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$120K - $186K/yr

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$116K - $132K/yr

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San Jose, CA · On-site +1

$141K - $148K/yr

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Senior Designer/Art Director

Chicago, IL · Remote

$95K - $140K/yr

Remote Contract Type: Full-time Languages: English Sponsorship: Not accepted Portfolios & CV's: An ... In this fully remote role, you will be responsible for the conceptual development and artistic ...

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Senior Designer/Art Director

Chicago, IL · Remote

$95K - $140K/yr

Remote Contract Type: Full-time Languages: English Sponsorship: Not accepted Portfolios & CV's: An ... In this fully remote role, you will be responsible for the conceptual development and artistic ...

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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote contract 2d artist in the United States is $28.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.66 and $42.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Contract 2D Artist vs Remote Contract Concept Artist?

AspectRemote Contract 2D ArtistRemote Contract Concept Artist
CredentialsPortfolio, proficiency in digital art toolsPortfolio, strong drawing skills, concept design experience
Work EnvironmentRemote, project-basedRemote, collaborative, often iterative
Industry UsageVideo games, animation, advertisingVideo games, film, animation
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding role differences, job requirementsClarifying scope of work, skills needed

Remote Contract 2D Artists focus on creating finished digital artwork, while Remote Contract Concept Artists develop initial visual ideas and designs. Both roles require strong artistic skills and digital proficiency, but Concept Artists emphasize conceptualization and brainstorming, whereas 2D Artists focus on detailed execution. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find roles aligned with their skills and career goals.

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Infographic showing various Remote Contract 2D Artist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 55% Full Time, 44% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,432 per year, or $28.6 per hour.

Design Drafter (Remote Contract)

Saratech

Mission Viejo, CA • On-site, Remote

$60 - $75/hr

Contractor

Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

About the Opportunity:
Saratech is seeking Design Drafters to provide expertise in CAD software, technical drawing standards, & visualization techniques to produce accurate, detailed, and clear technical drawings & models.
Salary Range:
$60+ per hour (Remote, 6-9+ month Contract initially, and could go up to 12+ months)
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Create 2D model updates and 2D drawings for turbomachinery
  • Interprets engineering sketches, specifications, redline markups, calculations, and other design inputs to accurately translate concepts into detailed 2D and 3D technical drawings and models
  • Applies CAD software tools, drafting principles, and industry best practices to create precise representations of components and systems
  • Ensures that all drawings and models clearly convey necessary information for manufacturing, fabrication, assembly, or construction, including accurate dimensions, materials specifications, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), annotations, and section views
  • Reviews created or modified drawings and models for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with company, project, and relevant industry standards (e.g., ASME, ISO, AIA) before submission or release

Education and Experience
  • 5+ years of experience with turbomachinery
  • Proficient in NX CAD 2412 & Teamcenter 2506
  • Experience with modeling of complex parts
  • Good understanding of GD&T, Part Tolerancing, and how to find clashes in CAD models

Other Requirements:
  • Complies with all organizational policies and procedures
  • Maintains strict confidentiality of all customer and/or employee information to assure customer and/or employee rights are protected
  • Adheres to policies regarding notification of absence and PTO requests
  • Attends all mandatory management and staff meetings
  • Represents the organization in a respectful and professional manner
  • Attend and comply with annual health, safety, training and education requirements
  • Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean
  • Subject to background check
  • US Citizen or Green Card

Benefits:
Retirement Plan: All employees can enroll in the company's 401k with company matching.
Paid Sick time: All full-time and part-time employees will receive 40 sick hours per year or minimum sick time required by the state.
NOTE TO STAFFING AGENCIES AND RECRUITERS: Saratech does not accept unsolicited resumes from any external agency for the placement of any position. Unsolicited resumes submitted by agencies and received by Saratech will be considered the property of Saratech and may be contacted and engaged with directly by Saratech. Saratech will not pay a placement fee or any other fees to any third-party agency, firm or recruiter who is not specifically retained with a signed fee agreement by Saratech Human Resources to conduct a candidate search. Please do not forward unsolicited resumes to our website or to any Saratech employee. Saratech will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY NOTICE: Paydarfar Industries, Inc. dba Saratech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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