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NCSU

Assistant or Associate Professor

Raleigh, NC

The Department of Media Arts, Design and Technology offers two undergraduate degree programs, the ... and Virtual Production (Games Design and Development, Virtual and Mixed Reality, 2D and 3D ...

Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

Immersive Artist

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$55K - $126K/yr

You'll develop both in-game and pre-rendered quality environments for a variety of styles ... Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible ...

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for part time 2d game artist in the United States is $123,136.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,000.00 and $170,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Part Time 2D Game Artist vs Part Time 2D Animator?

AspectPart Time 2D Game ArtistPart Time 2D Animator
Primary RoleCreating 2D game assets, backgrounds, charactersProducing 2D animations for characters and objects
Skills RequiredIllustration, graphic design, game asset creationAnimation, motion design, frame-by-frame or rigging skills
Work EnvironmentGame studios, freelance projects, remote workAnimation studios, freelance, multimedia projects
Common UsageDesigning visual elements for gamesCreating animated sequences for games or media

While both roles involve 2D art skills, a Part Time 2D Game Artist focuses on creating static assets and visual elements for games, whereas a Part Time 2D Animator specializes in bringing characters and objects to life through animation. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right role based on your skills and career goals.

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Infographic showing various Part Time 2D Game Artist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 66% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $123,136 per year, or $59.2 per hour.

Adjunct Instructor, Game Design and Production

Bronx, NY • On-site

Manhattan University
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 201 - 500 employees
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$1.4K/wk

Part-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Key responsibilities

  • Prepare syllabus for the assigned course

  • Provide high-quality instruction to students in the assigned courses

  • Ensure active participation and engagement of students

Job description

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Manhattan University, Riverdale NY
Job Type: Faculty Part-Time (Adjunct)
Department: Communications, Sound & Media Arts
Opening Date: 07/23/2026
About the University:
Manhattan University is nestled in the historic neighborhood or , close to dozens of restaurants and shops as well as , and is only 35 minutes from midtown Manhattan. Manhattan University is nationally ranked and offers degree programs in the arts, business, education, engineering, and science. The University has approximately 2,900 full and part-time undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in over 50 fields of study. It is committed to excellence in teaching a diverse student body and preparing students for successful careers and fulfilling lives. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees and faculty members can thrive personally and professionally.
Position Description
About The Kakos School of Arts and Sciences:
The Kakos School of Arts and Sciences is a vibrant, interdisciplinary community of student and faculty scholars working together to advance excellence in research, teaching, and learning. We combine Lasallian values with a person-centered approach to education to cultivate transferable critical thinking and scientific inquiry skills.
Our students have the unique opportunity to scaffold their disciplinary passions on a strong foundation of the liberal arts and sciences to help them become successful, ethical professionals and community-engaged stewards of the future. Our 30 majors and 6 graduate programs prioritize building career-ready skills and include opportunities to engage with faculty in learning environments inside and outside of the classroom.
The Department of Communication, Sound, and Media Arts at Manhattan University invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor of Game Design and Productionfor the Fall 2026 semester. We value excellence in and commitment to teaching a diverse student population, as well as historically-informed, inclusive approaches to the discipline. This is an in-person, on-campus, non-remote position.
Course Information:
  • The Culture of Games, which meets Tuesdays and Fridays, 11am-12:15pm, beginning August 25, 2026 and ending December 12, 2026.
  • This three-credit course for the major will have an enrollment capacity of 16 students and will take place in our Game Design and Video Editing Lab, which is equipped with an equal number of PCs with NVidia 5090 graphics processors and Unreal Engine software.
  • Course Description: This introductory course surveys the history of the videogame industry from its precursors in pre-digital culture to the present and near future. The course examines video game genres, theories of gameplay, gaming para-texts, careers in the field, and the marketing of games, and it introduces students to divisions of gaming, including design, coding, and narrative.

Job Responsibilities
  • Prepare syllabus for the assigned course
  • Provide high-quality instruction to students in the assigned courses
  • Ensure active participation and engagement of students
  • Support a diverse and inclusive learning environment
  • Adhere to the University's mission and values, submit grades on time and otherwise comply with related requests from the program director

Requirements
  • Master's degree in Communication, Game Studies, Media Studies, Computer Science or a related field required; Doctorate preferred
  • Preference will be given to candidates with proven teaching excellence

Supplemental Information
Salary Range Based on Experience:
  • Instructor $1477.28 per credit
  • Assistant Professor $1526.25 per credit
  • Associate Professor $1575.65 per credit
  • Professor $1625.04 per credit

Application Process:
  • Submit a C.V. specifying your professional experience, academic training and any teaching experience, and a cover letter explaining your interest in the position

Manhattan University is an employer.
Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Catholic Lasallian institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. We expect our faculty, administration, and staff to be knowledgeable about our mission and to make a positive contribution to the mission.
Manhattan University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, marital status, partnership status, pregnancy, caregiver status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity or expression, arrest or conviction record, criminal history, credit history, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, unemployment status and salary history. Manhattan University values and celebrates diversity and is committed to providing an inclusive environment for all employees. All interested, qualified persons are encouraged to apply.
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
This position is not eligible for benefits.
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