5 Visual artist jobs in Columbus, OH


10 of the Most Popular Types of Visual Artist Jobs in 2026

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The qualifications to become a visual artist start with a bachelor's or master's degree in fine arts. You can complete classes in art history, studio art, graphic design, and other areas specific to your art interests. Many employers offer internships for you to gain hands-on experience. Employers prefer candidates who are familiar with their specific field, such as advertising or publishing. If you choose an art style or profession that utilizes 3D computer software, technical knowledge and proficiency with related programs are essential. Having a developed portfolio shows employers your experience and artistic skills.

If you are interested in a job related to Visual Artist, here are some popular related job searches with the most open positions on ZipRecruiter.

Top Types Of Visual Artist Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying Visual Artist positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.
  • Phd Visual Art

    Salary range: $121,000 - $127,000

    Phd Visual Art is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Phd Visual Art jobs pay between $121,000 (25th percentile) and $127,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Phd Visual Art job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Studio Arts Bfa

    Salary range: $38,000 - $66,000

    Studio Arts Bfa is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Studio Arts Bfa jobs pay between $38,000 (25th percentile) and $66,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Studio Arts Bfa job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Illustration Studio

    Salary range: $39,500 - $95,000

    Illustration Studio is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Illustration Studio jobs pay between $39,500 (25th percentile) and $95,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Illustration Studio job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Freelance Junior 3D Character Artist

    Salary range: $121,000 - $127,000

    Freelance Junior 3D Character Artist is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Freelance Junior 3D Character Artist jobs pay between $121,000 (25th percentile) and $127,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Freelance Junior 3D Character Artist job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • 2D Character Artist

    Salary range: $121,000 - $127,000

    2D Character Artist is a typical job search query Most salaries for 2D Character Artist jobs pay between $121,000 (25th percentile) and $127,000 (75th percentile) annually. There are lots of open positions nationwide for 2D Character Artist job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Textile Arts Center

    Salary range: $30,000 - $35,000

    Textile Arts Center is a typical job search query Most salaries for Textile Arts Center jobs pay between $30,000 (25th percentile) and $35,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Textile Arts Center job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Masters Degree Animation

    Salary range: $45,500 - $133,000

    Masters Degree Animation is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Masters Degree Animation jobs pay between $45,500 (25th percentile) and $133,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Masters Degree Animation job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Computer Animation

    Salary range: $45,500 - $133,000

    Computer Animation is a common job search query. Most salaries for Computer Animation jobs pay between $45,500 (25th percentile) and $133,000 (75th percentile) annually. Take a look at the variety of open positions nationwide for Computer Animation job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Art Historian

    Salary range: $66,500 - $105,000

    Art Historian is a popular job search query. Most salaries for Art Historian jobs pay between $66,500 (25th percentile) and $105,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Art Historian job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • 3D Modeling Animation

    Salary range: $49,500 - $62,500

    3D Modeling Animation is a typical job search query Most salaries for 3D Modeling Animation jobs pay between $49,500 (25th percentile) and $62,500 (75th percentile) annually. You’ll find many open positions nationwide for 3D Modeling Animation job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.