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Caterpillar

Experiential Art Director

Chicago, IL · On-site

$124K - $130K/yr

... surface, screen, and moment. * Fluency in brand: you know how to bring a brand's voice, look, and ... Hands-on art direction or senior-level design experience, in-house or at an agency. * Experience ...

Smalls

Senior Art Director

$168K - $185K/yr

Art direction across all surfaces. You'll concept and direct shoots, oversee creative production, and ensure the visual system holds across growth creative, retail displays, packaging, site, social ...

TEKsystems

Art Director, Growth

San Francisco, CA

$60 - $90/hr

... surfaces. This is a highly visible opportunity to influence creative direction across a broad ... ResponsibilitiesCreative Leadership & Art Direction * Define and execute visual direction across ...

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How much do surface art jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for surface art in the United States is $22.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a surface art job?

Surface art jobs involve designing and creating artwork that appears on surfaces such as textiles, wallpaper, ceramics, packaging, and more. Surface artists use their creativity to make patterns, illustrations, and graphics that enhance the visual appeal of everyday products. These roles often require knowledge of design software, an understanding of trends, and the ability to translate concepts into marketable designs. Surface art professionals may work as freelancers, in design studios, or for manufacturers and retailers.

What is the difference between Surface Art vs Surface Designer?

AspectSurface ArtSurface Designer
CredentialsTypically requires a high school diploma or equivalent; some roles may prefer a degree in art or designUsually requires a degree in graphic design, fine arts, or related field
Work EnvironmentManufacturing facilities, studios, or workshopsDesign studios, corporate offices, or freelance settings
Industry UsageUsed in manufacturing, product decoration, and surface embellishmentUsed in product design, branding, and visual aesthetics
Common Search/ComparisonSurface ArtSurface Designer

Surface Art involves applying decorative elements to surfaces, often in manufacturing or craft settings, focusing on embellishment techniques. Surface Designers create visual designs and patterns for products, emphasizing aesthetics and branding. While both roles involve surface decoration, Surface Art is more craft and application-oriented, whereas Surface Designers focus on creating visual concepts for commercial products.

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

To thrive as a Surface Artist, you need a strong background in art and design, with expertise in color theory, pattern creation, and familiarity with textile or material surfaces, often supported by a degree in graphic design or surface design. Proficiency in digital design software such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and CAD programs is typically required. Creativity, attention to detail, and effective communication are standout soft skills for collaborating with clients and translating concepts into marketable designs. These skills ensure the creation of visually appealing, commercially viable surfaces that align with client needs and industry trends.

What are some typical challenges faced by surface artists when working on large-scale projects, and how can they be addressed?

Surface Artists often encounter challenges such as maintaining consistency in textures across extensive assets, managing tight deadlines, and ensuring their work aligns with the overall visual style of the project. Effective communication with other departments, such as modeling and lighting, is crucial to resolve discrepancies early. Utilizing shared texture libraries and adhering to established style guides can help streamline workflows and prevent inconsistencies. Additionally, Surface Artists must stay organized and adaptable to handle last-minute changes or feedback efficiently.
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Infographic showing various Surface Art job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,007 per year, or $22.6 per hour.

Interior Surface Repair Technician

Surface Experts

Englewood, NJ • On-site

$20 - $24/hr

Full-time

PTO

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

Do you like working with your hands? Do you enjoy variety in your work? Surface Experts Technician might be the job for you! Enjoy using your creativity to problem-solve repairs that typically take an hour or less.
Surface Experts is a national brand that is in the process of growing our local team. We are looking for a person to fill our field technician role. Both men and women make great Surface Experts techs, but there are a few requirements that help us determine whether someone will have the skill set to be able to learn quickly.
A Day in the Life of a Surface Experts Technician:
Benefits/Perks:
  • Great Work/Life Balance: No required overtime, no nights, no weekends
  • Time Off: Paid holidays and accruable vacation
  • Flexible work schedule: Can accommodate midweek appointments
  • Paid New Hire Training: Onboarding includes learning alongside a trained technician
  • Company Car: Each fully-trained technician drives a branded company vehicle for job duties
  • Tools Included: All necessary tools and product are provided
  • Learn a New Trade: Develop skills in a brand new emerging trade
  • Supportive Work Environment: Team celebrates achievements and collaborates in their approach to problem-solving
  • Mentorship Opportunities: Ongoing repair training and career development
  • Dedicated Help Lines: Technician Support Team on call to assist to questions when you are in the field

Our Core Values:
  • Serve Others
  • Be a Problem Solver
  • Trust the Process

Our Mission:
Our mission is to develop outstanding teams by investing in strong relationships. Together we work to solve our customers' problems by reducing the waste of time, money and materials which end up in landfills.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
In the Field Daily
  • On the jobsite for 4+ customers per day
  • On-site Work Orders, customer service, and follow-ups
  • Working for a variety of customers in different industries including Property Management, Hotels, Movers, Builders, etc.

Customer Service and Communication
  • Display world-class customer service for tenants and property management staff
  • Track work progress and notes in our CRM/Dispatch tool
  • Communicate with support team with questions

Follow Repair Process
  • Understand and utilize our unique 5-step repair process
  • Employ each tool in your custom tool-kit
  • Problem-solve repairs with creativity

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience working with your hands - This could be in construction, manufacturing, painting, or even a personal hobby
  • Experience working in facilities maintenance can be a big plus, but is not required
  • An ability to identify, compare, and recreate colors - Understanding color and how to match color is a large part of what we do. An art background is helpful, but not necessary.
  • Willingness to commit to learning a skill that may take months to master.

What We Value:
  • Attention to detail
  • Well organized
  • Enjoy working with a team
  • Have a good handle of time management
  • Customer service experience
  • Excellent work ethic

The ideal applicant is someone who finds pride in their work and enjoys fixing things. Most of our customers are faced with replacing their counter, floor, tub or other hard surface. As a repair tech we can repair the damage, saving them the hassle and cost of replacement.
Compensation: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour
About Surface Experts
Surface Experts is an all-inclusive surface repair service provider. We repair small damage to surfaces like Floors, Countertops, Bathtubs, Cabinets, Appliances, Furniture, Elevator Panels ... Almost Everything!. We pride ourselves in our ability to provide incredibly fast service, while maintaining a friendly and professional atmosphere in our support center and on jobsites. We combine old school skill sets with new technology and products, resulting in a durable and appealing repair all provided with a smile.
  • Most repairs are simple and smaller than a dinner plate, yet our competition focuses on complete resurfacing. Our objective is a happy customer and a long-term relationship. We focus on saving our customers time, money and wasted materials that end up in a landfill.
  • Our typical repair requires only 1 to 2 tablespoons of product so our technicians can carry their entire set of tools and equipment in a small vehicle. Our approach is clean and free of odors in less than two hours.
Our Mission
Our mission is to develop outstanding teams by investing in strong relationships. Together we work to solve our customers' problems by reducing the waste of time, money and materials which end up in landfills.
Our Vision
To establish and lead a nationally recognized market for surface repair as an alternative to replacement or complete refinishing. Our goal is to be represented in every major metropolitan area, and for our brand to be synonymous with spot repair among all facilities and maintenance management.
Core Values
Serve Others
  • Put Relationships First
  • No Jerks
  • Be Humble

Be a Problem Solver
  • Be Curious
  • Seek to Understand the Cause of the Problem
  • Work Smart
  • Constantly Improve

Trust the Process
  • Be Organized
  • Be Teachable
  • Put Business Needs Above Personal Wants

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Surface Experts Corporate.

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