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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Senior Animator

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

What you'll do Deliver powerful animation performances from initial blocking to final polish. Create high quality, believable animation content for Apex that both looks and feels amazing!...

Contract Concept Artist (Senior)

  • Irvine, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 1 day ago

Contract Concept Artist (Senior) Obsidian Entertainment seeks a passionate and skilled Contract Senior Concept Artist to join our growing team of game developers. The Concept Artist will...

Senior 3D Game Artist

  • Belgrade, MT
  • 1 day ago
  • Belgrade, MT
  • 1 day ago

WHAT YOU'LL DO: Utilize your 3D modelling skills in creating efficient high and low poly 3D models Create textures in Substance Painter/Designer software and efficient UV layouts and materials from...

Visual Storyteller/Sports & Arts

  • Greenwich, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Greenwich, CT
  • 2 days ago

Greenwich Country Day School is an independent, co-educational day school with a current enrollment of over 1400 students in grades N-12, and a faculty and staff of over 350. The original Old...

Animation Artist II

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago

Position Overview/Responsibilities for the Animation Artist II: Create high-quality animations for characters and environments Refine and repurpose classic animations for modern gameplay systems Collaborate...

Remote Work

Senior Cinematic Animator [6 months contract]

  • Toronto, ON
  • 3 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 3 days ago

supervisor; Be able to quickly prototype animation systems that will serve as a basis for animation- and gameplay-related discussions; Carry out all other related tasks....

Senior Gameplay Animator [Splinter Cell]

  • Toronto, ON
  • 4 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 4 days ago

visuals; Experience with animation software such as Motion Builder, 3ds Max or Maya; You love pushing the envelope, but you also understand the demands cohesive teamwork....

Animator

  • Calgary, AB
  • 4 days ago
  • Calgary, AB
  • 4 days ago

effects and Scaleable Vector Graphics (SVG) vectors 2+ years of experience in Adobe Suite including - crafting 2D animations with After Effects, Premiere, Audition, Photoshop and building with Illustrator...

Senior Technical Animator, Camouflaj Game Studio

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 4 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 4 days ago

Experience with animation controllers and state machines using Mecanim or equivalent. 13. Experience working in Unity and using C# or equivalent. 14....

Illustrator/Animator

  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago

Illustrator/Animator - Luxury + Whimsical New York, NY FreelanceRemote$45 - $80 /hr Posted June 02, 2025 Our famed-name in luxury retail client is looking to work with a strong Illustrator with animation...

Remote Work

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....

Technical Animator, Outsource - Overwatch 2

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

Proficiency in Maya game animation asset creation, with a solid understanding of the principles of character animation and rigging....

Animator

  • Eau Claire, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Eau Claire, WI
  • 6 days ago

Position Requirements Degree in an animation or entertainment design-related field Experience with 2D animation and Motion Graphics Visual Communication skills Experience in using the Adobe Creative...

Concept Artist

  • Seattle, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 6 days ago

As a key member of the concept art team, your creativity and vision will directly influence the game's aesthetic and immerse players in a rich, unforgettable experience....

Animator needed to work with regional band

  • Hendersonville, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Hendersonville, NC
  • 7 days ago

Animator needed to work with regional band (Hendo/Asheville) image 1 of 3 compensation: Depends on content and time involved Local/regional band seeks animator to work on image projects. We're...

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...
Editorial Newspaper Cartooning
Welcome to the Editorial Cartooning Course!In this course, you'll learn how to create compelling political and social commentary through the art of cartooning. You'll explore how to use symbols,...
The Art Of Drawing Cartoon Comic Strips [NEW]
NOW IS THE MOMENT Learn how to draw cartoon characters and Comic Strip stories from your imagination. Learn to communicate your ideas through visual Art.More and More film companies employ Graphic...

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
66.3%
Associate's Degree
12.2%
Master's Degree
9.4%
High School or GED
5.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.6%
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%