Cartoonist Jobs in Texas

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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Student Worker - Lariat Cartoonist AY27

  • Baylor University
  • Waco, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Waco, TX
  • 6 days ago

The cartoonist may be called upon to provide illustrations as necessary. The cartoonist is a member of the Lariat editorial board....

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Senior Concept Artist

  • ZeniMax Media, Inc.
  • Dallas, TX
  • 12 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 12 days ago

Create beautiful concept art quickly, coherently and in a wide range of styles and aesthetics....

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Animator (First-Person)

  • ZeniMax Media, Inc.
  • Austin, TX
  • 12 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 12 days ago

You have animation graph experience....

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Student Assistant - Cartoonist - Foghorn News Pool

  • Del Mar College
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 13 days ago
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 13 days ago

Posting Details Position Information Posting Number Job Title STUDENT ASSISTANT - CARTOONIST - FOGHORN NEWS POOL Department Communications, Languages and Reading Position Type Student Salary $8.25 per...

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2D Game Artist - Puzzle Games

  • voodoo
  • Paris, TX
  • 19 days ago
  • Paris, TX
  • 19 days ago

About Voodoo Founded in 2013, Voodoo is a tech company that creates mobile games and apps with a mission to entertain the world. Gathering 800 employees, 7 billion downloads, and over 200 million...

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Lead Concept Artist (Retro Studios)

  • Nintendo
  • Austin, TX
  • 22 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 22 days ago

art resources.Advocate for the concept art team within the studio and help define best practices and pipelines.Conduct regular 1:1s, performance reviews, and support individual career goals for direct...

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Visual Storyteller- Video & Photography

  • Scottish Rite for Children
  • Dallas, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Our patients are our number one priority! We're committed to giving children back their childhood! Job Posting Title: Visual Storyteller- Video & Photography Location: Dallas - Hospital Additional...

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2D Game Artist - Midcore Unit

  • voodoo
  • Paris, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Paris, TX
  • 30+ days ago

About Voodoo Founded in 2013, Voodoo is a tech company that creates mobile games and apps with a mission to entertain the world. Gathering 800 employees, 7 billion downloads, and over 200 million...

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Game Artist - Puzzle Games

  • voodoo
  • Paris, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Paris, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Puzzle games demand a precise and thoughtful visual language, from clear iconography and satisfying feedback animations to cohesive UI and world aesthetics, and your work will be central to delivering...

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Demographic Data for Texas

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Cartoonist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Career Growth Through Collaboration Course
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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,...
Introduction to Digital Comic
For cartoonist Albert Monteys, comics are his natural means of expression. After more than 25 years writing and drawing comics with ink, paper, screens, and a touch of humor, he's an expert in how...

Salary for Cartoonist Jobs in Texas

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

Highest Education Level

Cartoonists in Texas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
66.3%
Associate's Degree
12.3%
Master's Degree
9.8%
High School or GED
5.4%
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 Texas
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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