Cartoonist Jobs in California

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 Gameplay Animator (Creatures)

  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 6 days ago

US Voluntary Demographic Question Voluntary Self-Identification Our vision at PlayStation is to bring out the best in our global team members by creating a sense of belonging, being a place where...

Senior Concept Artist Overwatch 2 Irvine, CA

  • Irvine, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 7 days ago

If youre ready to push the boundaries of stylized character design and help shape the future of Overwatch 2, we want to hear from you!...

Technical Animator II - Unpublished R&D Product

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 14 days ago

Maya Experience with secondary Unreal animation tools, such as Control Rig and Sequencer Experience with rigid body physics systems such as Kawaii, Chaos, or Havok For this role, you'll find success...

Principal Concept Artist

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 19 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 19 days ago

As a leading mobile games developer, Jam City is looking to level up our talent. Were on the hunt for innovators who consider themselves dynamic, collaborative and thrive in a fast-paced...

Remote Work

Senior Animator

  • Burbank, CA
  • 27 days ago
  • Burbank, CA
  • 27 days ago

skills and animation skills....

Senior Concept Artist (Characters) - League of Legends

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 29 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 29 days ago

art 5+ years of professional experience working in Photoshop or equivalent software Strong craft fundamentals such as understanding of anatomy, form rendering, colors, and value structure....

Principal Concept Artist (Character) - VALORANT

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 30+ days ago

When submitting your application, please provide a portfolio of your high-quality concept art - including stylized artwork....

Senior Concept Artist

  • San Mateo, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Mateo, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Required Qualifications: Expertise in environment concept art, with a strong focus on design, composition, perspective, color, lighting and stylization across multiple genres or styles....

Lead Animator II

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Strong foundation in character design and a deep understanding of human anatomy. Technical expertise in building and optimizing real-time, dynamic animation pipelines in production environments....

Remote Work

Concept Artist (Environment - Contract)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 45+ days ago

The ideal candidate has a portfolio showcasing a focus on environment concept art....

Senior Animator

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 45+ days 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!...

Senior Technical Animator, Outsource Overwatch 2 Irvine, CA

  • Irvine, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 60+ days ago

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

Demographic Data for California

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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...
Career Growth Through Collaboration Course
Did you know the cartoonist Walt Disney was fired from his first job? He was told he wasnt creative enough. This course focuses on the essence of collaborationlistening, empowering, sharing...
Beginners Guide To Drawing Cartoons
Ever watched your favorite cartoon and wished you could draw them? Well in this course i'm going to get you on your way to being a Cartoonist yourself! Using simple shapes to construct figures,...

Salary for Cartoonist Jobs in California

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

Highest Education Level

Cartoonists in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
66.3%
Associate's Degree
12.1%
Master's Degree
9.5%
High School or GED
5.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.6%
Some College
1.5%
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 in California
Less than 1 year
41.6%
4-6 years
27.0%
1-2 years
18.8%
2-4 years
12.1%
None
0.6%