Cartoonist Jobs

A Cartoonist is a professionally trained artist who creates drawings known as cartoons, primarily for the commercial art industry. They are skilled in creating original characters, scenes, and narratives that captivate audiences, convey messages, and promote products or brands. Cartoonists work in various media, including publishing, advertising, entertainment, and digital platforms. They may work independently, producing their own content, or as part of a team in a larger production company. Besides creating cartoons, they might also engage in storyboarding, scripting, and creative directing processes. They use their artistic abilities and storytelling skills to create engaging, visually appealing content that connects with the intended audience.

Regarding qualifications, a Cartoonist should hold a degree in Art, Animation, or a related field, although relevant experience and a well-established portfolio can also lead to opportunities in this profession. Proficiency in traditional drawing techniques and digital tools such as Adobe Creative Suite is critical. Creativity, originality, and the ability to work under tight deadlines are also important qualities for a Cartoonist. Before becoming a Cartoonist, an individual may work as a Graphic Designer, Illustrator, or Animator to hone their artistic skills and gain practical experience in the industry.

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Video creator or animator wanted for comedy Kanye music video

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 13 hours ago

Video creator or animator wanted for comedy Kanye music video image 1 of 1 compensation: $200-$500 Hello, My comedy band recently produced a new song and we want to create or animate a funny music...

Concept Artist

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

Come be a part of Meta's art organization as a Concept Artist building world-class products that push the limits of immersive spaces. We are focused on building people-first experiences and...

Job Summary: About the Role & Team Disney Television Animation is looking for Storyboard Artists to join an Unannounced Disney Series! In this role, you will be responsible for transforming a...

Sr. Gameplay Animator

  • Durham, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 1 day ago

At Wizards of the Coast, we connect people around the world through play and imagination. From our genre defining games like Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons to our growing multiverse,...

Lead Concept Artist

  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago

Knowledge of Substance Painter is a plus. A strong understanding of animation principles and the aesthetics of casino games....

Senior Gameplay Animator [Far Cry Project]

  • Toronto, ON
  • 2 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 2 days ago

Company Description Ubisofts 19,000 team members, working across more than 30 countries around the world, are bound by a common mission to enrich players lives with original and memorable gaming...

Sr. Gameplay Animator

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 2 days ago

At Wizards of the Coast, we connect people around the world through play and imagination. From our genre defining games like Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons to our growing multiverse,...

Senior Animator

  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

Essential Job Functions: Create exemplary art in regards to character design, color theory, layout, text treatment, and animation ability....

Associate Game Artist

  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

Create high-caliber art, maintaining excellent art quality in regard to character design, color theory, layout, text treatment, and animation ability....

Game Artist

  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

Create high-caliber art, maintaining excellent art quality in regard to character design, color theory, layout, text treatment, and animation ability....

Lead Concept Artist

  • Redmond, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Redmond, WA
  • 5 days ago

In this role, you’ ll provide insight on art direction and consult with our game team on working in Unreal and with other concept art DCCs....

Animator

  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

About the Role: The Studio is Fetch's internal creative engine; responsible for photography, animation, videography, illustration and branding company-wide. From creative direction to production,...

Senior Concept Artist

  • Irvine, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 6 days ago

Experience with 3ds Max, Maya, Zbrush, Blender or other 3D content packages. Why Join Us?...

Team Name: Unannounced Project Job Title: Gameplay Animator - Temp - Unannounced Game | Irvine, CA or Boston, MA Requisition ID: R024959 Job Description: At Blizzard, we craft genre-defining games...

Looking for manga/ comic artist

  • Bellflower, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Bellflower, CA
  • 8 days ago

Looking for manga/ comic artist compensation: Give rates Looking for an artist to either draw out a manga ot light novel. Let me know what you would charge post id: ... updated: [ ]

Cartoonist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Cartoon Like A Pro
Unlock Your Inner Cartoonist: Enroll in Our Comprehensive Cartooning Course!Have you ever dreamt of drawing your own cartoons or becoming a professional cartoonist? This course is your gateway to...
How to Create Comics
Under the guidance of an award-winning cartoonist, dive into the world of comics and learn how this unique genre works-and how you can bring your own stories to life on the page.
Pencil Drawing for Superhero Comics
Few Spanish-speaking cartoonists can say that they have worked on characters like Deadpool, Wolverine, and the Hulk. Salva Espin, with more than 20 Marvel comics under his belt, is one of them,...

Salary for Cartoonist Jobs Nationwide

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

Highest Education Level

Cartoonists offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
65.6%
Associate's Degree
12.4%
Master's Degree
9.5%
High School or GED
6.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.7%
Some College
1.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.1%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Cartoonists
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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