Artist Jobs in Houston, TX

An Artist in the commercial art industry creates visual content for advertising campaigns, promotional materials, and product packaging. They are typically responsible for designing and creating visual elements such as logos, illustrations, layouts, and photos that help to sell a product or service. Their work often involves collaboration with marketers, copywriters, and art directors to ensure the visual elements align with the marketing objectives and brand identity.

Important skills for an Artist in the commercial art industry include creativity, and strong visual design and communication skills. They should also have proficiency in design software like Adobe Creative Suite. A degree in graphic design or a related field can be beneficial, and some positions may require professional certifications like Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) or Certified Graphic Designer from the Graphic Designers of Canada (GDC). Prior to becoming an artist in this industry, individuals often gain experience in roles such as Graphic Design Intern, Junior Graphic Designer, or Visual Communication Specialist.

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Hiring Viral Video editor / social media manager

  • Houston, TX
  • 21 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 21 hours ago

Hiring Viral Video editor / social media manager (Houston) compensation: Hourly or per video I am a content creator seeking to hire someone write, edit, & post my videos! Tasks: create viral...

Production Artist / Designer

  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago

Production Artist / DesignerPosition Overview We are seeking a talented Production Artist / Designer to join our creative team....

AutoCAD Designer (Auto Computer-Aided Design Designer)

  • Pearland, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Pearland, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 14 days ago

Between $47k and $52k Per Year DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Brazoria County $34k - $59k Per Year AutoCAD Designer (Auto Computer-Aided Design Designer) Franklin Engineers &...

Product Designer, Lead

  • Spring, TX (21 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 19 days ago
  • Spring, TX (21 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 19 days ago

The Product Designer, Lead is responsible for shaping the user experience and visual design of our SaaS product offering for the maritime industry. This role will collaborate closely with...

Technical Artist

  • Houston, TX
  • 22 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 22 days ago

Overview: Develops stunning immersive and interactive environments for architectural projects. Possesses and applies a diversified knowledge of immersive technology processes and procedures to...

Product Designer, Lead

  • Houston, TX
  • 22 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 22 days ago

The Product Designer, Lead is responsible for shaping the user experience and visual design of our SaaS product offering for the maritime industry. This role will collaborate closely with...

Structural AutoCAD Designer

  • Houston, TX
  • 26 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 26 days ago

Overview Placement Type: Temporary Salary: $54.00 to $60.00 an hour Start Date: 07.28.2025 This position is on site in Houston and then will move to Sugar Land, TX. As a Structural AutoCAD...

Teaching Artist

  • Houston, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 30+ days ago

This preparatory work may include the Part-time Teaching Artist's own research about art and artists to enhance experiences for program participants....

Scenic Artist/Props Artisan University of Houston

  • Houston, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 30+ days ago

years of professional experience in scenic art and properties fabrication in academic or professional theatre settings Demonstrated experience supervising production workflows and mentoring student artists...

Senior Product Designer (Mobile)

  • Houston, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 30+ days ago

About DroneDeploy Build with certainty, operate with confidence. That's why thousands of construction, oil and gas, and renewable energy companies use DroneDeploy on a daily basis. We help them...

Remote Work

Professor of Practice - Scenic Artist/Props Artisan

  • Houston, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 45+ days ago

years of professional experience in scenic art and properties fabrication in academic or professional theatre settings Demonstrated experience supervising production workflows and mentoring student artists...

Senior Facilities Space Planner (Healthcare Architect)

  • Houston, TX
  • 60+ days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 60+ days ago

We're searching for a Senior Facilities Space Planner, someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position you will partner with leadership to ensure the most effective and efficient...

Teaching Artist

  • Houston, TX
  • 90+ days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 90+ days ago

JOB STATEMENT: "A Teaching Artist is a practicing professional artist with the complementary skills, curiosities, and sensibilities of an educator, who can effectively engage a wide range of people...

Demographic Data for Houston, TX

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Salary for Artist Jobs in Houston, TX

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireCommercialArt research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Artists in Houston, TX offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
65.3%
Master's Degree
12.8%
Associate's Degree
11.2%
High School or GED
4.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.9%
Some College
1.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Artists in Houston, TX
Less than 1 year
41.6%
4-6 years
27.0%
1-2 years
18.8%
2-4 years
12.1%
None
0.6%


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