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Colby College

Teaching Artist

Waterville, ME · On-site

Teaching Artists work with the Linde Family Foundation Senior Coordinator of School and Teacher ... Prepare and organize materials; including making studio art materials lists in collaboration with ...

Colby College

Teaching Artist

Waterville, ME

Teaching Artists work with the Linde Family Foundation Senior Coordinator of School and Teacher ... Prepare and organize materials; including making studio art materials lists in collaboration with ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for material artist in the United States is $129,541.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $127,000.00 and $152,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a material artist?

A Material Artist is responsible for creating realistic and high-quality textures and materials for 3D assets in video games, films, or other digital media. They work with tools like Substance Designer, Substance Painter, and Photoshop to develop materials that enhance the visual fidelity of environments, characters, and objects. This role requires a strong understanding of surface detail, lighting, and physically based rendering (PBR) workflows. Material Artists collaborate closely with environment artists, lighting artists, and technical teams to ensure assets fit seamlessly within a project. Their work plays a critical role in achieving a polished, immersive final product.

What are typical collaboration and workflow processes for material artists within a game development or VFX team?

Material Artists often work closely with environment artists, modelers, lighting artists, and technical artists to ensure that textures and materials integrate seamlessly into a project. Their daily tasks may involve creating, testing, and refining textures, responding to feedback, and attending team meetings to discuss visual direction and technical requirements. Collaboration is key, as Material Artists frequently exchange assets and coordinate with other departments to optimize performance and achieve the desired visual fidelity. This team-driven environment encourages creativity and allows Material Artists to continually develop their skills by learning from other specialists.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a material artist, and why are they important?

To excel as a Material Artist, you need a solid background in 3D art, an understanding of texture creation, shading, and a strong artistic eye, usually supported by a degree in art, game design, or a related field. Expertise with tools like Substance Designer/Painter, Photoshop, and game engines such as Unreal or Unity is often essential. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help Material Artists collaborate efficiently within multidisciplinary teams. These capabilities ensure the creation of visually compelling and technically refined materials that elevate the overall quality of digital or interactive experiences.

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Infographic showing various Material Artist job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 33% Full Time, and 67% Contract. Highlights an 33% In-person, 34% Hybrid, and 33% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $129,541 per year, or $62.3 per hour.

Visual Teaching Artist - Harlem

New York, NY

Boys' Club of New York
Non-Profits • 51 - 200 employees
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Full-time, Part-time

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Position: Visual Teaching Artist
Location: 321 East 111th St. New York, NY 10029
Salary Range: $30.00
Hours: 12 hours per week
Employment Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

About Us

Founded in 1876, The Boys Club of New York (BCNY) is a youth development organization with the mission to empower boys and young men, ages 7 to 21, by providing effective programs and a supportive community. BCNY provides evidence-based programs to address the evolving social, emotional, health, creative, educational, and vocational needs of our members in meaningful, lasting ways. BCNY develops programs to cultivate positive qualities in members and strives to continually deepen and broaden our impact.

Job Summary

We have an opportunity for an engaging Visual Artist to lead art experiences (i.e., sculpture, painting, illustration, graphic design, digital media, etc.) for boys ages 612.

The Visual Artist will create and facilitate hands-on artistic experiences for groups of four to twenty boys, fostering creativity, exploration, and self-expression through visual art. We are seeking a reliable, highly motivated candidate with a strong personal artistic practice and the ability to inspire young artists.

Responsibilities

  • Design and facilitate engaging visual art experiences that provide opportunities for creative exploration, experimentation, and skill-building.

  • Produce and demonstrate artwork using various fine art techniques and materials.

  • Share personal artistic process and practices to inspire and guide participants.

  • Assist with daily set-up, clean-up, and organization of studio materials and equipment.

  • Model and enforce adherence to sound health and safety practices for each member.

  • Engage with members and use appropriate strategies to encourage positive interactions and creative confidence.

  • Support participants in developing their artistic voice and completing individual or collaborative projects.

  • Reflect on artistic programming, materials, and participant engagement to assess strengths and areas for growth.

  • Contribute ideas for program development, including new projects, materials, and creative approaches.

  • Complete and submit program reports as required, including supply requests and activity documentation.

  • Ensure proper care of all studio materials, maintain an organized workspace, and report any damaged or misused supplies.

Qualifications

Previous experience in visual arts, youth development, community arts, or related fields. Associates degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience; junior level or higher preferred.

  • Demonstrated artistic practice in one or more visual art disciplines

  • Experience with digital tools (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects) preferred

  • DOH and DOE fingerprinting desirable

  • First Aid and CPR Certification desirable

  • Knowledge of computer graphics, web design, animation, and digital media

  • Ability to adapt to a changing environment and respond to varying participant needs

  • Experience working with economically and educationally disadvantaged youth and an understanding of the social and cultural issues facing urban families preferred

The Boys Club of New York is an equal opportunity employer? and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. ?If you have a disability or other protected need requiring an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

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