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Visual Development Artist Jobs in Ontario (NOW HIRING)

SideFX

Learning Materials Coordinator

Toronto, ON · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This role supports the development of beginner, intermediate, and advanced resources, while helping ... Strong artistic eye and visual sensibility, with attention to presentation, clarity, and quality in ...

SideFX Software

Learning Materials Coordinator

Toronto, ON · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This role supports the development of beginner, intermediate, and advanced resources, while helping ... Strong artistic eye and visual sensibility, with attention to presentation, clarity, and quality in ...

Tripledot Studios

Mobile Game Illustrator

Toronto, ON

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • PTO

You are a fully capable, self-directed artist who is comfortable using both AI and traditional ... Professional Development - We are committed to employee growth and encourage career advancement ...

BGBx

Art Supervisor

Toronto, ON

CA$100K - CA$116K/yr

... artists * Provides direction and guidance to department subordinates * Informs and advises the ... Encourages the professional development of department staff * Ensures the efficient visual ...

SGS & Co

Creative Technologist, AI

Toronto, ON · Hybrid

  • PTO

... visual content and enhance workflows through merging artistic vision and cutting-edge AI ... Help lead the collaborative development and process of all work from inception to final * Help ...

sgsco

Creative Technologist, AI

Toronto, ON · Hybrid

  • PTO

... visual content and enhance workflows through merging artistic vision and cutting-edge AI ... Help lead the collaborative development and process of all work from inception to final * Help ...

sgsco

Creative Technologist, CGI

Toronto, ON · Hybrid

  • PTO

... our R&D team in enhancing creative workstreams. The ideal candidates will demonstrate a ... Maintain a unified artistic direction and high creative standard in the creation of assets for a ...

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles

$18.60 - $19.22/hr

  • Retirement

... development. Whether you're teaching photography, dance, coding, visual arts, sports, robotics, theater, music, or another area of expertise, you'll create an environment where students are ...

SGS & Co

Creative Technologist, CGI

Toronto, ON · Hybrid

  • PTO

... our R&D team in enhancing creative workstreams. The ideal candidates will demonstrate a ... Maintain a unified artistic direction and high creative standard in the creation of assets for a ...

Art Gallery of Ontario

Art Services Technician

Toronto, ON · On-site

CA$27.38 - CA$34.20/hr

... artists and European masterpieces. We are currently seeking an Art Services Technician to join our ... Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills * Thorough knowledge of installation/hanging ...

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How much do visual development artist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for visual development artist in Ontario is $29.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $36.30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a visual development artist do?

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?

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 as a visual development artist?

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 Ontario as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,922 per year, or $29.3 per hour.

Master Instructor - Drawing and Painting

Town of Oakville

Oakville, ON

Part-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Job Details:
Part-Time

Posting Status:
Open to all current Town of Oakville employees and external applicants.

Duration:
Contract hours, by course appointment, varied at 1 to 8 hours weekly

Closing Date:
Applications for this position must be received at oakville.ca by 11:59 pm on December 31, 2026.


This posting is for current and future opportunities and will be filled on an as needed basis. Applications will be considered for any openings that become available between now and December 31, 2026.

Job Responsibilities:

To provide instructional art classes in a drawing and painting to children, youth and adults in a studio arts. Must be an independent, reliable individual able to work with minimal supervision and expected to assist in developing curriculum.

Master instructors are responsible for developing program specific curriculum, preparing and teaching classes to ages 3+ in any of the following media:

  • Drawing,
  • Painting,
  • Printmaking

Master instructors will:

  • Prepare, lead and deliver visual art classes to meet the needs of all participants registered in the program
  • Assist in the research and development of appropriate arts programming for beginner and practicing artists, ensuring that art activities are safe, creative, and inclusive of all program participants
  • Provide a positive learning and recreational experience for all participants

Qualifications:

  • Enrollment in or completion of a post-secondary program in Visual Arts or a related discipline
  • Demonstrated abilities and a strong knowledge of contemporary visual art
  • Familiar with a broad range of artistic techniques, practices and materials with one or more of the following interests/skills: painting, drawing, illustration, printmaking, mixed media.
  • Experience developing lesson and activity plans
  • Previous teaching experience in an educational setting
  • Strong organizational, planning, time management and leadership skills
  • Ability to be flexible and adapt instructional practices to diverse audiences
  • Ability to work independently
  • HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD) is required for instructing children's programs ages 4-12 years.

Please note that this position requires a satisfactory criminal record and vulnerable sector screening check dated within the last 30 days as a condition of employment. Candidates who are under the age of 18 at the time of hire will only be required to provide a criminal record check.

Letters of application should address the candidate's expertise in the areas of teaching, professional work, and community service. All applicants must be able to provide a portfolio that demonstrates all of the above during the interview process.

Refer to the Recreation and Culture programs at Oakville.ca for descriptions of children, youth and adult art programs.
Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre (QEPCCC) is a unique multi-purpose recreation, arts and culture facility located in Oakville, Ontario. QEPCCC offers many drop-in and registered recreational, cultural and aquatic programs, including a studio drop-in program and memberships , and an exhibitionsprogram. Refer to the Recreation and Culture Programs page for a list of current culture programs and camps offered at Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre.

DATED: August 5, 2026

The Town's recruitment software includes elements of artificial intelligence to assist in the screening and short-listing of qualified candidates.

This job profile reflects the general requirements necessary to perform the principal functions of the job. This does not include all of the work requirements of the job. Applicants are required to demonstrate through their application and in the interview process that their qualifications match those specified. Applicants may also be required to undergo testing.

We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Employment Type: Part Time

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