2D Artists for hire in San Jose, CA
Find 2d artists who create visual artwork for various media, including video games, animations and illustrations, using skills in drawing, digital painting and character design to enhance storytelling and engage audiences. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in San Jose, CA to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Communication Skills6%Time Management5%Adobe Illustrator4%Education level
Bachelor's degree68%Master's degree27%Associate's degree2%Years of experience
Less than a year8%1-2 years4%3-5 years10%Current company
FreelanceFreelance/Self EmployedRemoteTime at current job
Less than a year18%1-2 years18%2-5 years15%
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Last updated: Aug 29, 2026
2D Artist: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in San Jose, CA: $67,600 yearly
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Freelance Artist
Santa Clara, California
Licenses & certifications
AEDCDLFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRCDL a+1 moreSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementPersonal Assistant ExperienceLeadershipAnalysis SkillsPresentation SkillsProduction Operator / Graphic Designer
Milpitas, California
Licenses & certifications
Six Sigma CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipSupervising ExperienceAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsStoryboard Artist
Sunnyvale, California
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseSkills
Microsoft Outlook CalendarProduct ManagementTime ManagementLeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsComission- design a logo
San Jose, California
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseSkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsExperience Working with ChildrenPaintsVisual Arts PaintingExperience Working with Individuals with DisabilitiesPersonal Project/Freelance 3D Modeler/2D Texture Artist
Campbell, California
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseSkills
Analysis SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementAdobe PhotoshopAutodeskWindowsAnimation Lead
San Jose, California
Skills
2D AnimationAnimationStoryboarding3D Animation3D Modeling Software3D Modeling
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What's the average time to fill a 2D artist role?
The average time to fill a 2D artist role is 87 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do 2D artists tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a 2D artist include: communication skills, time management and adobe illustrator.
What licenses or certifications are common for a 2D artist?
Common licenses or certifications for 2D artists include: Driver's License, Certified Project Manager and Microsoft Office Specialist.
What are some job titles related to 2D artists?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to 2D artists include: freelance artist, animation lead and production operator / graphic designer.
What level of education is common for a 2D artist?
Bachelor's degree is the most common level of education for a 2D artist in San Jose, CA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a 2D artist?
Most 2D artists have 10 years of professional experience.
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