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2D Artist Jobs in Austin
Find 2D artist jobs in Austin from top game studios. Austin is one of the fastest-growing game hubs in the US with no Texas state income tax.
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2D Artist Roles in Austin
We curate 2D artist positions from game studios across Austin.
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Junior 2D Artist
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2D Artist
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Senior 2D Artist
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Lead 2D Artist
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2D Animator
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Concept Artist
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Illustrator
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Storyboard Artist
Austin Game Studios Hiring 2D Artists
Austin is one of the fastest-growing game hubs in the US with no Texas state income tax.
EA/BioWare Austin
ZeniMax Online Studios
Certain Affinity
Retro Studios
Rooster Teeth Games
Riot Games Austin
2D Artist Salary Ranges in Austin
What 2D artist roles pay at Austin game studios.
Junior
$45K - $62K
Mid-Level
$62K - $85K
Senior
$82K - $112K
Lead
$105K - $145K
*Figures in USD. No Texas state income tax.
Skills That Get 2D Artists Hired in Austin
Austin game studios look for a combination of technical skills and industry experience.
🎨 2D Tools
- Photoshop and Illustrator
- Procreate and Clip Studio Paint
- After Effects for animation
- Figma for UI/UX work
🎯 Core Skills
- Character and environment design
- Animation and motion
- Visual development
- Color theory and composition
💡 Nice to Have
- 3D fundamentals for reference
- Storyboarding and cinematics
- VFX and particle effects
- Rigging for 2D animation
Frequently Asked Questions
What 2D artist roles are available in Austin?
Austin studios hire 2D Artists, Concept Artists, Illustrators, and Lead 2D Artists. Studios including EA/BioWare Austin, ZeniMax Online Studios, Certain Affinity post 2D roles regularly.
What salary can a 2D artist expect in Austin?
2D artist salaries in Austin range from $45K-$62K for junior roles to $105K-$145K for lead positions. US work authorization required.
Is Austin a good city for 2D artist jobs?
Austin has growing demand for 2D artists across indie to AAA studios. No state income tax makes it attractive.