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2D Artist Jobs in San Francisco

Find 2D artist jobs in San Francisco from top game studios. San Francisco is a major West Coast game hub. California state income tax up to 13.3% applies. High COL but top studio salaries.

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2D Artist Roles in San Francisco

We curate 2D artist positions from game studios across San Francisco.

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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

San Francisco Game Studios Hiring 2D Artists

San Francisco is a major West Coast game hub. California state income tax up to 13.3% applies. High COL but top studio salaries.

Riot Games
EA Redwood Shores
Zynga
Ubisoft San Francisco
2K Games
Double Fine
Gearbox

2D Artist Salary Ranges in San Francisco

What 2D artist roles pay at San Francisco game studios.

Junior
$52K - $72K
Mid-Level
$72K - $98K
Senior
$95K - $130K
Lead
$122K - $162K

*Figures in USD. California state income tax up to 13.3%.

Skills That Get 2D Artists Hired in San Francisco

San Francisco 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 San Francisco?

San Francisco studios hire 2D Artists, Concept Artists, Illustrators, and Lead 2D Artists. Studios including Riot Games, EA Redwood Shores, Zynga post 2D roles regularly.

What salary can a 2D artist expect in San Francisco?

2D artist salaries in San Francisco range from $52K-$72K for junior roles to $122K-$162K for lead positions. US work authorization required. California income tax up to 13.3% applies.

Is San Francisco a good city for 2D artist jobs?

San Francisco and the Bay Area have strong demand for 2D artists at major studios. California income tax is high but salaries reflect the COL.

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