Top 79 Special effects artist Jobs in California

Special Effects Make-up Artist/Wardrobe Specialist
Strategic Operations, Inc. —San Diego, CA
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- Mid-level
- Communication skills
- On-the-job training
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Visual Effects Animation Artist
Anatomage, Inc. —Santa Clara, CA
- $80,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
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2D Game Animator (Chinese Mandarin)
Bitus Labs —Irvine, CA
- From $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- US work authorization
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Freelance Producer, Graphics Finishing
Wild Card Creative Group —Culver City, CA
- $55 - $75 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Remote
- Mid-level
- Team management
- Mentoring
Airbrush Makeup Artist - Vampirates
California Dinner Entertainment, LLC. —Buena Park, CA
- Up to $125 a day
- Temporary
- Mid-level
- Cleaning
- In-person
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Assistant Manager, Special Effects
Universal Studios Hollywood —Universal City, CA
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Mentoring
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Seasonal Howl-O-Scream Make-Up Artist | SeaWorld San Diego
SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment —San Diego, CA
- $19 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to sit for extended periods
- 1 year
Make Up Artist
Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group —Long Beach, CA
- $21 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Sanitation
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Assistant Manager, Special Effects
NBCUniversal —Universal City, CA
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Mentoring
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Insomniac - Hard Summer 2026 Seasonal Artist Relations
Live Nation —Los Angeles, CA
- $16.50 - $25.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- Management
- Mid-level
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Insomniac - Vans Warped Tour Long Beach 2026 Seasonal Artist Relations
Live Nation —Long Beach, CA
- $16.50 - $25.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- Management
- Mid-level
Exhibition Art & Scenic Tech
Meow Wolf —California
- $32.25 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Carpentry
- Spanish
- Heavy equipment operation
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Public Relations Coordinator
Meow Wolf —California
- $70,440 - $79,245 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 5 years
- Public speaking
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Cut Suit Actor
Strategic Operations, Inc. —San Diego, CA
- $0 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Laboratory
- Surgery
- English
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Applied Scientist
Adobe —San Jose, CA
- $120,700 - $238,600 a year
- Full-time
- Computer Science
- Master's degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
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Insomniac - Talent Buyer
Live Nation —Calabasas, CA
- $90,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Sales
- 5 years
Insomniac - Festival Producer
Live Nation —Calabasas, CA
- $100,000 - $150,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 8 years
- Travel
- US work authorization
Associate Video Producer
Low Battery —Los Angeles, CA
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Leadership
Quick Apply
Insomniac - Vans Warped Tour Long Beach 2026 Seasonal Artist Transportation
Live Nation —Long Beach, CA
- $16.50 - $25.00 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Travel
- US work authorization
Applied Scientist 3
Adobe —San Jose, CA
- $120,700 - $238,600 a year
- Full-time
- Computer science
- Computer Science
- Master's degree

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Special Effects Make-up Artist/Wardrobe Specialist

Strategic Operations, Inc.
San Diego, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$18 - $21 an hour

Benefits

On-the-job training

Qualifications

Costume design
Custom apparel production
Confidential information handling
Molding (production process)
Foam materials
Stitching
English
Mid-level
Theater makeup
Garment care machine operation
Custom prosthetic fabrication
Basic stitching technique
Sewing machine
Paints
Updating inventory records
Garment repairs
Casting
Communication skills

Full Job Description

About Strategic Operations, Inc.

Since 2002, Strategic Operations, Inc. (STOPS) has been providing training services and products for the military, law enforcement, first responders, and other organizations responsible for Homeland Security. STOPS is committed to excellence through state-of-the-art live action training support – employing “Hollywood” style special effects, role players, props of all kinds, 3D targets, the re-locatable habitat unit (RHU), and the conversion of shipping containers to create immersive training environments that are the most unique in the industry.

STOPS calls this type of immersion training - Hyper-Realistic® and defines it as “such a high degree of fidelity in the replication of specific conditions in a training environment that participants so willingly suspend disbelief that they become totally immersed and eventually stress inoculated” - all their senses tell them, emotionally and intellectually, that the scenarios are real. It is the ultimate in Theater Immersion Training.

STOPS continues to introduce innovative solutions to overcome the challenges of limited budgets. We are adept at creating real-life training situations/environments or providing safe, sound, and reliable housing for disaster response.

Position Summary

This is a hands-on job in an energizing and collaborative environment. STOPS will provide on the job training, but a strong candidate will come armed with confident skills and an understanding of makeup techniques and beauty trends – as well as machine and hand sewing. Individual should have an eye for organization, be inquisitive, open to feedback, and communicative as part of a team.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Learn to create and apply special effects make-up wounds for tactical training evolutions
Casting, molding, airbrushing, sculpting, and painting amputee sleeves, and prosthetic injuries
Design and create foam latex and silicone wounds and body parts
Responsible for organizing products, tools, and equipment for field operations

Pulling, laundering, mending, organizing, and/or constructing garments for tactical training
Assisting in preparing and tracking wardrobe assigned to projects
Participating in maintaining accurate records of departmental activities, including inventory

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Hardworking and imaginative with exceptional team commitment
Strong attention to detail and outstanding communication skills
Ability to properly time manage to meet goals and deadlines

Familiarity with sewing equipment, hand sewing tools, and washers and dryers
Willingness to ask questions and receive constructive feedback
Ability to follow instructions and apply learned information
Ability to handle information with discretion and tact
Courteousness and a positive attitude
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Reliability, dependability, punctuality, and patience
Attention to detail and organization
Fluency in English with an ability to communicate skillfully – verbally and written

Qualifications

No specific qualifications required

The pay range for this role is:
18 - 21 USD per hour(STOPS)

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special effects artist jobs in california

Special Effects Make-up Artist/Wardrobe Specialist

Visual Effects Animation Artist

2D Game Animator (Chinese Mandarin)

Freelance Producer, Graphics Finishing

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Assistant Manager, Special Effects

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Make Up Artist

Assistant Manager, Special Effects

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Exhibition Art & Scenic Tech

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Applied Scientist

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