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Aquent

Production Artist 4

Redmond, WA · On-site

$50 - $52/hr

What You'll Bring * 5 to 7+ years of experience in 3D art, concept art, visual development ... artistic craft to communicate clear direction and intent. * Significant experience as a social ...

Hardsuit Labs

Technical Artist (Mid - Senior)

Seattle, WA · On-site +1

$144K - $173K/yr

Visual Development & Shaders: Develop advanced, optimized materials via node graphs using 3D/vector ... Artistic Foundation: Strong understanding of lighting, color theory, composition, visual balance ...

Hardsuit Labs

Technical Artist (Mid - Senior)

Seattle, WA · Remote

$130K - $155K/yr

Visual Development & Shaders: Develop advanced, optimized materials via node graphs using 3D/vector ... Artistic Foundation: Strong understanding of lighting, color theory, composition, visual balance ...

PUBG Seattle

Senior Environment Artist

Bellevue, WA

$143K - $171K/yr

We are at the heart of a vibrant game development scene, surrounded by top-tier studios and ... We pride ourselves on pushing the boundaries of creativity, storytelling, and visual artistry. Our ...

PUBG Seattle

Senior Environment Artist

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$143K - $171K/yr

We are at the heart of a vibrant game development scene, surrounded by top-tier studios and ... We pride ourselves on pushing the boundaries of creativity, storytelling, and visual artistry. Our ...

Stone Kite

Staff Environment Artist

Seattle, WA · Remote

$150K - $170K/yr

... development environment. This role involves a high degree of creative autonomy. You will be ... Collaborate closely with art direction to establish the game's visual identity * Develop scalable ...

Stone Kite

Staff Environment Artist

Seattle, WA · On-site

$150K - $170K/yr

... development environment. This role involves a high degree of creative autonomy. You will be ... Collaborate closely with art direction to establish the game's visual identity * Develop scalable ...

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How much do visual development artist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for visual development artist in Seattle, WA is $122,709.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,700.00 and $173,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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 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 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 Seattle, WA as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $122,711 per year, or $59 per hour.

Production Artist 4

Aquent

Redmond, WA • On-site

$50 - $52/hr

Temporary

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Placement Type:
Temporary
Salary:
$50-52 Hourly
$50/hr - $52/hr
Start Date:
Aug 10, 2026
Aquent is thrilled to partner with a globally recognized leader in technology and creative platforms, a company dedicated to shaping the future of digital experiences. This innovative organization stands at the forefront of developing beloved creative platforms that foster passionate communities and redefine engagement worldwide. As a key partner, Aquent is excited to connect top-tier talent with opportunities to make a tangible impact on a global scale, contributing to platforms that touch millions of users.
Are you a visionary 3D & Concept Artist with a passion for social-first content? This is an extraordinary opportunity to join a central creative team where you will be instrumental in transforming ideas, stories, and strategic concepts into compelling visual artwork. Your creations will directly influence how a beloved platform is perceived and engaged with across diverse marketing and social channels, captivating audiences, encouraging sharing, and leaving a lasting impression. You will play a pivotal role in shaping global marketing and social efforts, seeing your work reach and resonate with a massive, engaged community.
What You'll Do
  • Craft high-quality 3D artwork, visual concepts, key visuals, sketches, mockups, and creative explorations for social media, paid media, marketing campaigns, franchise initiatives, and community activations.
  • Translate complex creative briefs, business objectives, and marketing strategies into compelling visual concepts that clearly communicate ideas and inspire stakeholders.
  • Develop concept artwork, environmental imagery, product visualizations, campaign assets, and creative mockups to define and evolve visual directions for various projects.
  • Produce presentation-ready visual materials, effectively communicating ideas during planning, pitching, and creative development phases.
  • Ensure all artwork is adaptable across multiple channels and formats, including social media, paid media, websites, events, marketing campaigns, presentations, and partner materials.
  • Collaborate closely with Creative Directors, Art Directors, Marketing teams, Social teams, and Producers to align artwork with strategic objectives and uphold brand standards.
  • Explore multiple visual directions and iterations, balancing the need for speed with an unwavering commitment to high-quality creative output.
  • Stay current on design, gaming, entertainment, technology, and cultural trends, proactively bringing forward new ideas, techniques, and visual opportunities to the team.
  • Experiment with new tools, workflows, and formats, including AI-enabled creative workflows, to improve efficiency, enhance creative exploration, and accelerate concept development.
  • Ensure all artwork aligns with brand integrity, accessibility standards, confidentiality requirements, and community guidelines.

What You'll Bring
  • 5 to 7+ years of experience in 3D art, concept art, visual development, entertainment art, marketing design, gaming, or related creative fields. Exceptional portfolios demonstrating relevant experience can be considered in lieu of strict years of experience.
  • A strong portfolio showcasing expertise in 3D artwork, concept development, visual storytelling, mockups, sketches, key visuals, or campaign creative.
  • Proven ability to take ideas from initial concept through to final execution, leveraging visual thinking and artistic craft to communicate clear direction and intent.
  • Significant experience as a social-first creative editor or social media content creator, with a focus on producing engaging social content that captures attention quickly and feels organic rather than overtly promotional.
  • Demonstrated ability to create social content that feels like a fun, authentic social media video, distinguishing it from traditional advertisements.
  • Strong understanding of composition, lighting, color, form, storytelling, and visual communication principles.
  • Experience creating artwork that effectively supports both marketing objectives and audience engagement across a variety of channels and touchpoints.
  • Ability to work across different levels of fidelity, from rapid sketches and visual explorations to polished presentation materials and final artwork.
  • Proficiency in industry-standard 3D and creative tools used for modeling, rendering, visual development, and image creation.
  • Experience developing mockups, visual prototypes, and concept materials that help stakeholders understand and align around creative ideas.
  • Strong collaboration skills with proven experience partnering effectively across Creative, Marketing, Social, Production, Community, and leadership teams.
  • Comfort working in rapid creative cycles, efficiently incorporating feedback, exploring multiple directions quickly, and maintaining high quality under tight timelines.
  • Strong understanding of brand consistency and excellent judgment when creating work for a global audience and a passionate community.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications
  • Experience with AI-enabled creative workflows for accelerating ideation, concept development, design exploration, rendering workflows, or iteration, while maintaining quality and originality.
  • Passion for and active engagement with popular creative platforms, particularly those with strong community elements.

About Aquent Talent
Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.
Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!
Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.
Client Description
Join a global technology leader driving innovation and empowering people and organizations worldwide to achieve more. Here, you'll collaborate with passionate, diverse teams to create impactful solutions that shape the future. The culture prioritizes growth, inclusion, and purpose-where your ideas are valued, and your work drives real change. Wherever your passion lies and wherever your career is headed-you'll play a role in projects that touch billions of lives. With flexible work options and a supportive environment, you'll have the tools to thrive both personally and professionally. Be part of something that truly matters.
Why work with AQUENT? Check out our awesome benefits: https://aquent.com/talent/talent-benefits
Aquent is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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