How to hire a studio craft artist

How to hire a studio craft artist, step by step

Here's a step-by-step studio craft artist hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a studio craft artist job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new studio craft artist
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the studio craft artist you need to hire. Certain studio craft artist roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   A studio craft artist's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, studio craft artists from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents studio craft artist salaries for various positions.

   Type of Studio Craft Artist	Description	Hourly rate
   Studio Craft Artist	Craft and fine artists use a variety of materials and techniques to create art for sale and exhibition. Craft artists create handmade objects, such as pottery, glassware, textiles, and other objects that are designed to be functional... Show more	$17-52
   Craftsman	A craftsman oversees daily project operations, ensuring adherence to deadlines, budgets, and all standards. Although their duties may change based upon their area of expertise or the project they are working on, they are usually responsible for ensuring adherence to safety guidelines, assembling materials, cleaning components, and operating machines... Show more	$13-30
   Artist	An Artist specializes in creating various artworks or prose; the audience can vary from individuals or the general public. An artist's responsibility depends on the industry, company, or position where they are assigned... Show more	$20-52

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Art Studio
   • Adobe Photoshop
   • Art Direction
   • Adobe Indesign
   • Creative Design
   • Presentation Materials
   • Photography
   • Print Production
   • Adobe Acrobat
   • PowerPoint
   • Maya
   • QuarkXPress
   • Print ADS
   • Makeup

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Manage external communications such as brochures and other sales collateral for direct mail from inception to circulation.
   • Develop a number of financial websites using HTML and JavaScript.
   • Design bath and body supplies from scratch, including designing the bottles while following FDA guidelines.
   • Produce PowerPoint presentations for CEO/President utilize at company meetings.
   • Manipulate electronic data for a variety of devices including typesetting systems and multimedia systems.
   • Design and produce promotion, educational, and informational material and content, multimedia content and interface for PowerPoint briefs.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your studio craft artist job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A studio craft artist salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, studio craft artists' average salary in georgia is 41% less than in new hampshire.
   • Seniority. Entry-level studio craft artists earn 66% less than senior-level studio craft artists.
   • Certifications. A studio craft artist with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a studio craft artist's salary.

   Average studio craft artist salary

   $64,647yearly

   $31.08 hourly rate

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   Entry-level studio craft artist salary

   $37,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 20, 2026

4. Writing a studio craft artist job description

   A studio craft artist job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a studio craft artist job description:

   Studio craft artist job description example

   Great Games Start with Great People! This is a significant time in our company's history - and one of the most exciting times to join us! We are building a culture of collaboration and seeking an imaginative, skillful, and versatile Environment Artist to join our team in Carlsbad, California. If you share a passion for developing groundbreaking worlds and player experiences, then this may be the position you've been waiting for!
   What you'll be doing…
   
   * Work with our Art Director and team to establish an iconic look for our world within the ambitious parameters set forth by our game designers.
   * Work with our technical artists to establish an efficient environment content pipeline and identify possible needs and tools necessary to keep environment asset creation as streamlined as possible.
   * Work hand in hand with a team of level designers, artists and lighters to develop levels from prototype to completion.
   * Troubleshoot technical and artistic issues and maintain an awareness of level performance during development.
   * Communicate and collaborate effectively with team members, production and management to ensure that project goals are defined and met on time.
   * Craft visually stunning, atmospheric, effective and efficient 3D models of natural and architectural environments with strong drawing, texturing, and lighting skills and an excellent sense of spatial relations and structural logic.
   
   To succeed you must have…
   
   * 3+ years of experience crafting high-quality 3D architecture, environments, and levels for AAA games.
   * The ability to demonstrate and execute multiple art styles.
   * A basic understanding of shaders, with preference given to those who are adept in material. creation, lighting solutions, and environmental effects.
   * The ability to receive, give, and apply feedback effectively.
   * High proficiency in Maya or 3ds Max, Photoshop and Zbrush.
   * Experience with the real-time engines and have spent a considerable amount of time "in-editor".
   * A passion for gaming, a contagious, positive demeanor, and be someone who takes pride in everything they do.
   
   We'd love it if you also have…
   
   * A foundation in traditional art with ability to concept ideas.
   * Additional experience in lighting, VFX, design, etc.
   * Outstanding visual and technical understanding of 3D modeling and texturing.
   * Architecture or cinematography experience.
   
   Note: A portfolio submission is required for this position. Please focus this portfolio on personal contributions to your projects. Please include a shot breakdown specifying what you were directly responsible for creating.
   
   We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! At Activision Blizzard, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.
   
   High Moon Studios
   
   Founded in 2002, High Moon Studios is an award-winning studio developing for the Call of Duty franchise, with past development on over 15 titles including Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War and Warzone, Bungie's Destiny 2: Forsaken, and Transformers: Fall of Cybertron. We employ more than 170 people in Carlsbad, CA, a seaside city in San Diego County.
   
   Our pride is our people and the experiences we have successfully created for our fans. High Moon's talent is comprised of gifted entertainment and technology professionals responsible for some of the most successful games ever made. We have award-winning developers, published artists and specialists recognized as among the best in their fields. Our studio has a history of using innovative techniques designed to boost productivity and product quality, which in turn enhances our studio's quality of life.
   
   High Moon Studios is wholly owned by Activision. To learn more about our studio, please visit us at www.highmoonstudios.com.
   
   Our World
   
   Activision Blizzard, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATVI), is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty , World of Warcraft , Overwatch , Diablo , Candy Crush™ and Bubble Witch™. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet!
   
   Our ability to build immersive and innovate worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for 'Every World' - we've got our employees covered!
   
   The videogame industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners.
   
   High Moon Studios is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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5. Post your job

   To find the right studio craft artist for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with studio craft artists they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit studio craft artists who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your studio craft artist job on Zippia to find and attract quality studio craft artist candidates.
   • Use niche websites such as dribbble, authentic jobs, working not working, coroflot.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with studio craft artist candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new studio craft artist

   Once you've found the studio craft artist candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new studio craft artist. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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