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Position Summary We are seeking a Visual Development Artist to join our pioneering team in developing animated content using experimental GenAI-native production pipelines. This is a hands-on role ...

Position Summary We are seeking a Visual Development Artist to join our pioneering team in developing animated content using experimental GenAI-native production pipelines. This is a hands-on role ...

Position Summary We are seeking a Visual Development Artist to join our pioneering team in developing animated content using experimental GenAI-native production pipelines. This is a hands-on role ...

Position Summary We are seeking a Visual Development Artist to join our pioneering team in developing animated content using experimental GenAI-native production pipelines. This is a hands-on role ...

Position Summary We are seeking a Visual Development Artist to join our pioneering team in developing animated content using experimental GenAI-native production pipelines. This is a hands-on role ...

Position Summary We are seeking a Visual Development Artist to join our pioneering team in developing animated content using experimental GenAI-native production pipelines. This is a hands-on role ...

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How much do overnight visual development artist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for overnight visual development artist in the United States is $107,828.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,500.00 and $152,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Overnight Visual Development Artist vs Concept Artist?

AspectOvernight Visual Development ArtistConcept Artist
Primary RoleCreates detailed visual assets and backgrounds overnight to support production schedulesDesigns characters, environments, and objects during the pre-production phase
Work EnvironmentStudio or remote, often with tight deadlines, working overnight shiftsStudio or remote, primarily during regular daytime hours
Required SkillsStrong painting, illustration, and digital art skills; ability to work under time pressureCreative design, concept development, and strong drawing skills

The Overnight Visual Development Artist focuses on producing detailed visual assets overnight to meet production deadlines, often working during unconventional hours. In contrast, the Concept Artist is involved in designing characters and environments during pre-production, typically working regular hours. Both roles require strong artistic skills, but their focus and work schedules differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Overnight Visual Development Artist job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,828 per year, or $51.8 per hour.

Visual Development Artist

Santa Monica, CA โ€ข On-site

Other

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

Skydance Animation is seeking an experienced Visual Development Artist to join our team on an upcoming feature film. In this role, you will help shape the worlds our story takes place in by developing compelling, immersive environments that support narrative, mood, themes, and character.

You will generate a wide range of visual development materials, including environmental designs, drawings, models, floor plans, and set dressing elements, all while ensuring consistency with the film's established style, story themes, and overall visual quality. Working closely with Production Designer, art department, and creative leadership you will help define the look and feel of fully realized worlds that enhance storytelling and create a rich cinematic experience.

The ideal candidate has a strong sense of design, composition, and storytelling through environments, with the ability to translate narrative needs into believable, visually engaging spaces.

Previous experience on a feature animated film is required.

This position is based in Los Angeles, California, and requires the selected candidate to work in an on-site hybrid capacity.

Visual Development ArtistRole Type

Full-time

Requirements
  • 8 years of experience in environment design/ visual development on animated feature films
  • Strong visual storytelling skills, with the ability to design environments that support narrative, mood, and character action
  • Advanced proficiency in Adobe Photoshop
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to present work clearly and respond effectively to feedback
  • Strong understanding of architecture, perspective, composition, and spatial design
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively within a team environment
  • Adaptable and responsive to evolving creative direction and production needs
  • Working knowledge of Autodesk Maya, Blender, or ZBrush is a plus
  • Must be, or be willing to become, a member of The Animation Guild Local 839
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