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Skydance

Visual Development Artist

Santa Monica, CA

$2.90K - $4K/wk

Skydance Animation is seeking an experienced Visual Development Artist to join our team on an upcoming feature film. In this role, you will help shape the worlds our story takes place in by ...

Skydance

Visual Development Artist

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$2.90K - $4K/wk

Skydance Animation is seeking an experienced Visual Development Artist to join our team on an upcoming feature film. In this role, you will help shape the worlds our story takes place in by ...

CRI Genetics

Product Designer

Redondo Beach, CA

$90K - $135K/yr

You will lead the design thinking, research, interaction, and visual development behind the product. Experience: +5 years of experience in Product Designing/Development, experience in e-commerce or ...

New

3MK Software Solutions

visual designer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

... development and GIS Software solutions and services. Our team is our core strength, we have ... We have 2 positions available Req 1: Visual Designer and Req 2: Interaction Designer , both for San ...

Motional

Senior Full Stack Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

$149K - $198.50K/yr

Support scalable, performance APIs and services for visual development, debugging, and annotation systems. * Help mature internal standards, observability, and deployment processes for our backend ...

Odys Aviation

Visual Designer

Long Beach, CA · On-site

Previously, our team developed custom drones, brought multiple automotive platforms into production ... You will own the visual and strategic narrative of our most critical investor and business ...

DFS Group

Visual Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$75K - $110K/yr

Maximize productivity through development and training of in-store personnel. Ensure that all ... Previous visual management experience required. * Must have strong written and verbal skills.

Rejuvenation

Visual Coordinator

San Francisco, CA

Direct the development and execution of the seasonal visual style guides and mid-season memos; including writing copy, manipulating graphics, layout, photos, etc. * Outline photobook timelines on the ...

Foot Locker

PT Visual Associate

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$18.87/hr

Overview The Visual Associate supports the store by ensuring premium visual standards are ... Development and Advancement Opportunities Qualifications:- Rate of Pay: $18.87 / Hour- 30-50 ...

Williams-Sonoma

Visual Coordinator

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Direct the development and execution of the seasonal visual style guides and mid-season memos; including writing copy, manipulating graphics, layout, photos, etc. * Outline photobook timelines on the ...

Foot Locker

Part Time Visual Associate

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$18.87/hr

Overview The Visual Associate supports the store by ensuring premium visual standards are ... Development and Advancement Opportunities Qualifications:- Rate of Pay: $18.87 / Hour- 30-50 ...

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As of Jun 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for visual development in California is $100,417.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $77,500.00 and $123,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Visual Development vs Concept Artist?

AspectVisual DevelopmentConcept Artist
Primary FocusCreating the overall visual style, color schemes, and look of a projectDesigning specific characters, environments, or objects based on briefs
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with directors, art teams, and production designersWorks closely with art directors and clients to develop ideas
CredentialsTypically requires a background in fine arts, illustration, or animationOften requires similar credentials, with emphasis on illustration skills

Visual Development focuses on establishing the overall visual style and look of a project, while Concept Artists create detailed designs for characters and environments based on that style. Both roles require strong artistic skills and often overlap, but Visual Development has a broader scope in defining the project's visual language.

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Infographic showing various Visual Development job openings in California as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,417 per year, or $48.3 per hour.
Visual Development Artist

Visual Development Artist

Skydance

Santa Monica, CA

$2.90K - $4K/wk

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Skydance Animation is seeking an experienced Visual Development Artist to join our team on an upcoming feature film. In this role, you will help shape the worlds our story takes place in by developing compelling, immersive environments that support narrative, mood, themes, and character.

You will generate a wide range of visual development materials, including environmental designs, drawings, models, floor plans, and set dressing elements, all while ensuring consistency with the film’s established style, story themes, and overall visual quality. Working closely with Production Designer, art department, and creative leadership you will help define the look and feel of fully realized worlds that enhance storytelling and create a rich cinematic experience.

The ideal candidate has a strong sense of design, composition, and storytelling through environments, with the ability to translate narrative needs into believable, visually engaging spaces.

Previous experience on a feature animated film is required. 

This position is based in Los Angeles, California, and requires the selected candidate to work in an on-site hybrid capacity.

Responsibilities
  • Create art for project concepts, environments, set designs, and related visual development elements (textures and surface details are a plus)
  • Generate work across all stages of development, including sketches, rough explorations, refined designs, and final environment concepts
  • Develop environment designs, including turnarounds, floor plans, and layout studies to support spatial storytelling and production needs
  • Create set dressing and environmental detail callouts to help define world-building elements and visual continuity
  • Produce 2D and/or CG visual development models to explore scale, composition, and cinematic staging of environments
  • Conduct visual and narrative research to inform design decisions and ensure environments feel grounded, intentional, and story-driven
  • Develop presentation materials that clearly communicate design intent, mood, and storytelling purpose
  • Brainstorm and explore inventive environmental ideas that enhance storytelling, deepen world-building, and reinforce tone and emotion
  • Apply strong knowledge of architecture, landscape design, and spatial composition to create believable and engaging environments
  • Contribute creative solutions, respond effectively to feedback, and iterate on designs throughout production
  • Meet production schedules and deadlines while maintaining a high level of artistic quality and consistency
  • Maintain organized files following show-specific versioning and naming conventions
  • Proactively communicate questions, issues, or production concerns to supervisors and production staff
  • Revise and resubmit work as needed based on feedback from the Production Designer or Art Department leadership
  • Collaborate closely with the Production Designer, art team, leadership, and production staff regarding status updates, progress, and any production challenges
Requirements
  • 8+ years of experience in environment design/ visual development on animated feature films
  • Strong visual storytelling skills, with the ability to design environments that support narrative, mood, and character action
  • Advanced proficiency in Adobe Photoshop
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to present work clearly and respond effectively to feedback
  • Strong understanding of architecture, perspective, composition, and spatial design
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively within a team environment
  • Adaptable and responsive to evolving creative direction and production needs
  • Working knowledge of Autodesk Maya, Blender, or ZBrush is a plus
  • Must be, or be willing to become, a member of The Animation Guild Local 839
The compensation range for this non-exempt position in Los Angeles, CA is $2,900-4,000/week. The rate offered may vary based on the candidate’s location, qualifications, experience and relevant expertise, among other factors.  The range indicated is for base salary only and does not reflect the total compensation package, including bonus, benefits, etc. 
 
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