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City of Chandler, AZ

Visual Arts Specialist

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$25.18 - $33.99/hr

Non-Exempt Job Announcement The City of Chandler Cultural Development Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Visual Arts Specialist (full-time, ...

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Apprentice - Repair Artist

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$19 - $30/hr

Ongoing repair training and career development * Dedicated Help Lines: Technician Support Team ... Technicians with backgrounds in painting, sculpting, whittling, drawing, and other visual arts of ...

The James Agency

Art Director

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$121K - $127K/yr

Lead the conceptualization and development of creative campaigns from initial ideation to final ... Requirements: Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Visual ...

The James Agency

Art Director

Scottsdale, AZ

$121K - $127K/yr

Lead the conceptualization and development of creative campaigns from initial ideation to final ... Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Visual Communication, or related field. * Minimum ...

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How much do visual development artist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for visual development artist in Arizona is $100,484.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82,500.00 and $141,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical workday look like for a Visual Development Artist?

As a Visual Development Artist, your day often begins by reviewing project briefs and collaborating with the art director or other team members to align on creative direction. You’ll spend a significant portion of your time sketching, painting, and revising environment designs, characters, or color scripts, either digitally or traditionally. Regular feedback sessions with the team are common, providing opportunities to iterate and improve your work. Throughout the day, you may also research visual references and ensure your designs are consistent with the project’s overall style and story. This mix of creative independent work and collaborative interaction is key to shaping the visual identity of the project.

What is a Visual Development Artist job?

A Visual Development Artist creates the overall look and feel of a project by designing characters, environments, props, and color schemes. They work closely with directors and art teams in animation, film, and gaming to establish a cohesive visual style. Their work helps guide the production team in bringing the story to life. This role requires strong artistic skills, creativity, and knowledge of digital painting and design tools.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Visual Development Artist position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Visual Development Artist, you need strong skills in drawing, color theory, composition, and storytelling, often backed by a degree in art or a related field. Proficiency with digital painting tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Corel Painter, and knowledge of 3D software like Blender or Maya is typically required. Creativity, adaptability, and effective communication are crucial soft skills, helping you translate concepts into compelling visuals and collaborate with other team members. These abilities enable you to contribute high-quality visual assets that guide the look and feel of animation, film, or game projects.

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Infographic showing various Visual Development Artist job openings in Arizona as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,484 per year, or $48.3 per hour.

Visual Arts Specialist

City of Chandler, AZ

Chandler, AZ • On-site

$25.18 - $33.99/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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City Of Chandler (Arizona) rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

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168th of 840 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

Salary: $25.18 - $33.99 Hourly
Location : 175 S. Arizona Ave, Chandler, AZ
Job Type: Full-time, Temporary
Job Number: 2600430
Department: City Manager
Division: 4560-MUSEUM (1)
Opening Date: 07/15/2026
Closing Date: 7/29/2026 11:59 PM Arizona
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Job Announcement
The City of Chandler Cultural Development Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Visual Arts Specialist (full-time, temporary with benefits). This position serves at the discretion of the department director. This position is scheduled to work 40 hours per week, Tuesday through Saturday, with occasional work on Mondays during install.
Current City of Chandler employees may only hold one position and are not eligible for additional part-time or secondary positions within the City of Chandler.
Why work for Chandler?
• Open and collaborative environment
• Dress code is business casual, with jeans on Fridays
• 3 medical plans to choose from along with dental and vision coverage
• Accrue 5 hours of paid vacation leave per pay period, eligible for use immediately following accrual
• Accrue 3.7 hours of paid sick leave per pay period, eligible for use immediately following accrual
• 12 paid holidays annually, with the potential for additional holiday leave at the end of 2026, subject to approval by the City Manager
• Become part of the Arizona State Retirement System with a 100% city contribution match
• Professional development opportunities
• Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership
• Flexible schedule/remote work options (when available)
Who we are
The Chandler Museum is a cultural destination unlike any other with engaging, community-focused programs and forums, as well as world-class traveling exhibits. The City of Chandler Cultural Development Department showcases destination drivers in Chandler through the Chandler Center for the Arts, Chandler Museum, Downtown, Public Art, Special Events, Connection and Impact, and Vision Gallery.
Who we are looking for
Our new team member will have a passion for customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. We are looking for someone with experience working customer service in a gallery or non-profit retail setting.
To view the complete job description, please click
Minimum qualifications
• A High School Diploma or GED; and
• 2 years of experience in customer service in a gallery or non-profit retail arts setting; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
All applicants hired will be required to be fingerprinted with successful results as a condition of continued employment.
Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Chandler's policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the city's Drug Free Workplace Policy. Certain positions within the city are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity. The examination process may vary if determined necessary.
The City of Chandler is committed to Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation.
The City of Chandler offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and some part-time positions. For more detailed information on the benefits offered, please
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Do you have three (3) or more years of front facing gallery experience?
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