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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
Austin Roles Move Fast
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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.