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10 of the Most Popular Types of Character Designer Jobs in 2026

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To become a character designer, you typically need a bachelor's degree in animation, graphic design, art, or a similar field. Because you work as an illustrator, graphic designer, and animator, you must have extensive knowledge of drawing techniques, perception, and lighting, along with an understanding of human and animal anatomy. Taking classes in zoology and anatomy are beneficial to creating lifelike and believable characters. You also need experience with computer graphics software (such as Maya, Mudbox, and Photoshop) and 2D and 3D modeling programs. Employers may also require a portfolio of your work to demonstrate your skills as a character designer. Additional qualifications include strong creativity and artistic talent, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines.

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Top Types Of Character Designer Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying Character Designer positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.

  • Freelance Technical Designer

    Salary range: $50,500 - $128,500

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  • Substance Designer

    Salary range: $58,000 - $109,000

    Substance Designer is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Substance Designer jobs pay between $58,000 (25th percentile) and $109,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Substance Designer job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Video Game Narrative Designer

    Salary range: $35,000 - $42,000

    Video Game Narrative Designer is a typical job search query Most salaries for Video Game Narrative Designer jobs pay between $35,000 (25th percentile) and $42,000 (75th percentile) annually. You’ll find many open positions nationwide for Video Game Narrative Designer job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Remote Catalog Layout Designer

    Salary range: $36,500 - $121,500

    Remote Catalog Layout Designer is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Remote Catalog Layout Designer jobs pay between $36,500 (25th percentile) and $121,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Remote Catalog Layout Designer job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Senior Nike Footwear Designer

    Salary range: $102,000 - $109,000

    Senior Nike Footwear Designer is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Senior Nike Footwear Designer jobs pay between $102,000 (25th percentile) and $109,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Senior Nike Footwear Designer job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Remote Intimate Apparel Designer

    Salary range: $51,000 - $89,000

    Remote Intimate Apparel Designer is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Remote Intimate Apparel Designer jobs pay between $51,000 (25th percentile) and $89,000 (75th percentile) annually. Take a look at the variety of open positions nationwide for Remote Intimate Apparel Designer job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Remote Fashion Technical Designer

    Salary range: $65,000 - $92,000

    Remote Fashion Technical Designer is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Remote Fashion Technical Designer jobs pay between $65,000 (25th percentile) and $92,000 (75th percentile) annually. Take a look at the variety of open positions nationwide for Remote Fashion Technical Designer job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Nike Apparel Designer

    Salary range: $51,000 - $89,000

    Nike Apparel Designer is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Nike Apparel Designer jobs pay between $51,000 (25th percentile) and $89,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Nike Apparel Designer job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Remote Game Narrative Designer

    Salary range: $155,000 - $155,000

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  • Freelance Clo 3D Designer

    Salary range: $50,500 - $128,500

    Freelance Clo 3D Designer is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Freelance Clo 3D Designer jobs pay between $50,500 (25th percentile) and $128,500 (75th percentile) annually. You’ll find many open positions nationwide for Freelance Clo 3D Designer job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

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