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Procom

Digital Designer

Houston, TX · On-site +1

This position is remote, with the client based in Houston, Texas working CST hours. Digital ... illustration, and/or photography • Shows self-motivation and sets high goals for self and team ...

Hovercraft

Designer-Illustrator (Freelance)

$60/hr

... immersive digital installations, and browser-based experiences. The Role The role requires ... Hovercraft is a remote-first company, working primarily on Pacific and Mountain time. You must be ...

Gray Television

DIGITAL DESIGNER (REMOTE/USA) - GDM

$50K - $55K/yr

This is a remote position. Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to): - Translate ... Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) - Strong layout, typography, and digital ad design skills ...

Catface

Thumbnail Artist

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$55K - $60K/yr

Strong portfolio demonstrating thumbnail design, digital illustration, or related artwork ... Remote Classification: Exempt The is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of ...

WorkInProgress

Senior Digital Designer

Boulder, CO · Remote

$100K - $140K/yr

Expert-level proficiency in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign ... fully remote per year. Discretionary annual bonus. Each employee receives a $1,500 personal ...

Glanbia

Digital Asset Manager

Downers Grove, IL · On-site +1

Digital Asset Manager The Opportunity From athletes to remote workers, people around the world want ... Uploading & organizing of images, logos, illustrations, labels, nutrition panels, video materials ...

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How much do remote digital illustrator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote digital illustrator in the United States is $48.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.52 and $75.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by remote digital illustrators, and how can they be managed?

Remote digital illustrators often face challenges such as maintaining clear communication with clients or team members, managing feedback cycles, and staying motivated while working independently. To manage these challenges, it's important to establish regular check-ins, use collaborative tools for sharing drafts, and set clear expectations for deadlines and revisions. Additionally, creating a dedicated workspace and maintaining a structured schedule can help boost productivity and keep projects on track.

What is a Remote Digital Illustrator?

A Remote Digital Illustrator is a professional artist who creates visual artwork using digital tools and software while working from a location outside of a traditional office, usually from home. Their work can include illustrations for books, advertisements, video games, websites, and other digital media. Remote digital illustrators communicate with clients and teams online, submit their work electronically, and often collaborate through cloud-based platforms. This role requires strong artistic skills, technical proficiency with illustration software, and the ability to manage projects independently.

What is the difference between Remote Digital Illustrator vs Remote Concept Artist?

AspectRemote Digital IllustratorRemote Concept Artist
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in illustration, fine arts, or related fieldOften requires a background in art, design, or related discipline, sometimes with specialized training in concept art
Work EnvironmentPrimarily digital, working with graphic tablets and software from home or remote locationsSimilar digital environment, often collaborating with game or film studios remotely
Industry UsageUsed across publishing, advertising, gaming, and entertainment industriesPrimarily used in gaming, film, and animation industries for visual development

Remote Digital Illustrators focus on creating detailed artwork, character designs, and visual assets, while Remote Concept Artists specialize in developing initial visual ideas and concepts for projects. Both roles require strong artistic skills and digital tools, but concept artists often work at the early stages of project development, whereas illustrators produce finished artwork.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Digital Illustrator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Digital Illustrator, you need proficient drawing skills, creativity, and a solid understanding of design principles, typically supported by a portfolio and relevant education in art or design. Expertise in digital illustration software such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and drawing tablets is essential. Strong time management, adaptability, and communication skills help you effectively meet client expectations and collaborate remotely. These abilities ensure high-quality visual output, reliable project delivery, and successful client relationships in a remote work environment.
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Graphic Artist & Web Illustrator | U.S. Geological Survey (MD) with Security Clearance

Graphic Artist & Web Illustrator | U.S. Geological Survey (MD) with Security Clearance

Strategic Technology Institute Inc (STi)

Rockville, MD • Remote

$129K - $155K/yr

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Posted 3 days ago

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Position Title: Graphic Artist / Web Illustrator
SCA Labor Category: Graphic Artist, 15080
Company: Strategic Technology Institute, Inc. (STi)
Location: Remote / Virtual
Anticipated Start Date: 01 July 2026
Screening Requirement: Ability to pass the appropriate DOL-mandated background investigation/background check EMPLOYMENT NOTE
• Position is contingent upon contract award and Government approval. STi is actively identifying highly qualified candidates for proposal submission and post-award onboarding.
• Period of Performance: 01 July 2026 – 30 June 2031 ABOUT STi
Strategic Technology Institute, Inc. (STi) supports national security missions across Engineering • MRO • Logistics • IT & Cybersecurity • Program Control. STi is a minority-owned Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) focused on delivering flexible, mission-driven solutions that help Federal customers solve complex operational challenges. POSITION OVERVIEW
STi is seeking a Graphic Artist / Web Illustrator to support the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Hazard Ready Nation, the Office of Risk and Resilience (ORR), and the Strategic Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (SHIRA) project. This role will support the development of cohesive, accessible, and visually compelling risk-related information products that help communicate complex hazard and resilience concepts to public safety stakeholders. The Graphic Artist will create custom illustrations, infographics, web-based graphics, SharePoint web-button illustrations, and printable illustrated materials that help emergency managers, city planners, decision-makers, and other non-technical audiences understand hazard exposure, cascading hazards, risk, mitigation, preparedness, and response concepts. The ideal candidate has strong illustration and graphic design skills for web-based applications, a portfolio demonstrating clear visual storytelling, and experience translating complex technical or scientific information into graphics that are accurate, accessible, and easy to understand. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities include: • Create custom illustrations, infographics, web graphics, and printable illustrated materials supporting USGS Hazard Ready Nation, ORR, and SHIRA information products.
• Translate complex hazard, risk, resilience, and public safety concepts into clear visual assets for non-technical audiences.
• Develop cohesive illustrations that align with existing ORR and SHIRA visual identity, color palettes, and targeted aesthetic.
• Design web-based illustrations suitable for SharePoint, including web-button graphics that align with existing labels, wording, layout restrictions, and site requirements.
• Create graphics that accurately represent concepts such as hazard exposure, societal value, infrastructure impacts, cascading hazards, preparedness, mitigation, and response.
• Ensure graphics are compliant with Section 508 accessibility requirements for Federal electronic and information technology.
• Conduct or support color-contrast testing to ensure visual materials meet accessibility and usability expectations.
• Design graphics that can be used across web products, briefing materials, infographics, printable materials, and online resources.
• Adapt graphics as needed for software and platform constraints, including SharePoint, ArcGIS Online, Tableau, and other ORR/SHIRA tools.
• Collaborate virtually with Government subject matter experts, project personnel, and usability stakeholders to understand requirements and revise graphics based on feedback.
• Support quality control, review, and revision of illustrations and other graphics prior to Government approval.
• Deliver final graphics in high-resolution formats suitable for Government use, including JPEG, TIFF, PNG, or other approved formats.
• Complete assigned illustration requests in a timely manner based on BPA call requirements, including web-button illustration requests that may require completion within one month of request. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Demonstrated skill in illustration and graphic design for web-based applications.
• Experience creating high-quality digital illustrations, infographics, web graphics, icons, buttons, or other visual assets for online use.
• Proficiency with specialized graphic design and illustration software used to develop professional digital graphics.
• Strong understanding of layout, composition, color, visual hierarchy, and consistent illustration style.
• Ability to translate technical, scientific, risk, hazard, or public safety information into clear visual concepts for non-technical audiences.
• Ability to design graphics that support accessibility, usability, and Section 508 compliance expectations.
• Familiarity with color-contrast considerations for accessible digital products.
• Ability to work virtually and collaborate with distributed Government and contractor stakeholders.
• Ability to receive feedback, revise graphics, and produce final deliverables that meet Government approval requirements.
• Ability to deliver high-resolution graphics in formats such as JPEG, TIFF, and PNG.
• Ability to pass the appropriate DOL-mandated background investigation/background check required for this contract. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience designing graphics, illustrations, or infographics for Federal, scientific, emergency management, environmental, public safety, or risk communication programs.
• Experience supporting web-based information products, SharePoint sites, dashboards, online resources, or digital public-facing materials.
• Experience designing accessible graphics for Federal audiences, including Section 508-aware design practices.
• Experience creating illustrations related to natural hazards, climate risk, resilience, infrastructure, emergency management, mitigation, preparedness, or response.
• Familiarity with SharePoint, ArcGIS Online, Tableau, or similar platforms used to present information visually.
• Portfolio demonstrating clean, cohesive illustration style and ability to simplify complex information into visually engaging graphics.
• Experience working with subject matter experts, usability experts, communications teams, or technical stakeholders to refine visual products.
• Experience supporting quality control, review, and revision of graphic products in a deadline-driven environment. WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Work is expected to be fully virtual / remote from the contractor’s work site.
• Contractor must have adequate technology, software, internet access, and communication tools to perform virtual design work.
• Work will support a Federal hazard risk and resilience mission focused on improving public understanding and decision-making around natural hazards and public safety.
• All illustrations and final graphic products developed under this effort will become the property of USGS. Keywords: graphic artist, graphic designer, illustrator, web illustrator, digital illustration, infographics, Section 508, accessibility, color contrast, SharePoint, ArcGIS Online, Tableau, hazard communication, risk communication, resilience, natural hazards, public safety, science communication, USGS, Federal contractor, remote graphic design EEO: STi is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected status

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