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Visual Development Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

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.

Art Director - Ink

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$236K - $395K/yr

Key Responsibilities Develop and communicate the style guide and theory; spanning visual development, color, backgrounds, characters, and props/fx Work closely with other creative leadership ...

Develop and communicate the style guide and theory; spanning visual development, color, backgrounds, characters, and props/fx * Work closely with other creative leadership throughout the production ...

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 ...

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 ...

Contribute to creative brainstorms for campaigns, bringing visual thinking to early-stage concept development Qualifications * 3+ years of Web3 visual design experience --ideally at top-tier DeFi ...

Art Director

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$2.9K - $4.0K/wk

Create and contribute high-quality concept art, visual development materials, and key imagery * Collaborate with the Production Designer to lead and oversee the Los Angeles and Madrid based Art ...

Visual Designer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$60K - $90K/yr

This role also owns the development of motion assets-including short-form video, animated ads, and ... Develop mood boards, creative wrappers, competitive audits, and other visual strategy tools that ...

Today, Thirdlove remains an innovative design-led brand, handling everything from R&D to the supply ... The Senior Visual Designer is responsible for creating cohesive, high-quality creative through ...

Today, Thirdlove remains an innovative design-led brand, handling everything from R&D to the supply ... The Senior Visual Designer is responsible for creating cohesive, high-quality creative through ...

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How much do visual development jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 7, 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.

What are the most commonly searched types of Visual Development jobs in California? The most popular types of Visual Development jobs in California are:
What cities in California are hiring for Visual Development jobs? Cities in California with the most Visual Development job openings:
Visual Manager

Visual Manager

DFS Group

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$75K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago


Job description

What you'll be doing?
Responsible for maintaining the high retail standards of the company through Visual Merchandising and ensure that company Visual Guidelines are executed and followed. Maximize productivity through development and training of in-store personnel. Ensure that all projects satisfy the regional merchandising and sales promotional needs while maintaining the appropriate image of the Company through communication with Region Managers and Directors.
Responsibilities:
• Liaise and coordinate with vendors, sales and operations managers and merchants in the implementation of promotional brand activities and visual retail executions
• Maintain effective and professional relationships with internal and external business partners.
• Work with General Manager and merchandising team in formulating and problem solving concepts for merchandise themes, store fixturing, merchandise placement and establishing in-store graphic needs.
• Upholding DFS corporate guidelines and standards for Visual merchandising - including visual signage, display, props, product merchandising, pricing, etc.
• Creating location specific visual merchandising strategy to tests product assortment, pricing, and promotions.
• Innovative thinking to maximize visual budget for return on investment and effective strategies to reduce operating and VM costs -
• Maintain timely communications with corporate teams through the use of e-mail, telephone communications and weekly department formatted progress reports as well as digital photo progress reports.
• Recognize and establish visual needs by shop location.
• Ensure that appropriate paperwork is maintained for in-store visual projects including but not limited to: purchase orders, invoices, calendars
• Identify variances to project calendars and promotion installations.
Ideal Candidate
  • Must be able to work independently and be able to flex hours in order to accomplish necessary tasks.
  • Previous visual management experience required.
  • Must have strong written and verbal skills.
  • Must have strong organizational and planning abilities.
  • Must be accurate and detail oriented.
  • Must have established interpersonal ability; maintain positive relationships with region and in-store personnel to accomplish tasks.
  • Must be able to react independently to formulate solutions to situations.

Benefits:
  • Day One Health Benefits
  • 401k Plan Contributions
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Bonus Eligible
  • Parking Reimbursement
  • Employee Discounts

The salary range for this position is $75,000-$110,000. Placement within this range will be based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity. This role is eligible for an annual bonus program.
DFS is an equal opportunity employer. It is the Company's policy and practice to employ, promote and treat all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications and competency and to provide all employees with a workplace that is free of discrimination. Employment decisions are based on qualifications such as education, work experience and talent, and are made without regard to race, color, gender, religion, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or any other basis protected by law.