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Latest Animation Jobs
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- Manager, Storyboard Department (SFD🔒 Studio hidden · On-site · United States · TodayUnlock
- 3D Animator & Multimedia Designer🔒 Studio hidden · On-site · United States · TodayUnlock
- Lead Animator🔒 Studio hidden · On-site · United Kingdom · YesterdayUnlock
- 2D Moho Animator🔒 Studio hidden · Remote · Peru · YesterdayUnlock
- Senior Cinematic/In-Game Animator🔒 Studio hidden · Remote · Canada · YesterdayUnlock
- Senior Animator🔒 Studio hidden · On-site · Turkey · YesterdayUnlock
- Crowds Supervisor🔒 Studio hidden · On-site · Australia · YesterdayUnlock
- Senior Animator🔒 Studio hidden · On-site · Germany · YesterdayUnlock
- Crowds Supervisor🔒 Studio hidden · On-site · Canada · YesterdayUnlock
- 3D Game Animator🔒 Studio hidden · Remote · Vietnam · 2 days agoUnlock
- Lead Animator🔒 Studio hidden · On-site · United States · 2 days ago💵 100,000 USD to 150,000 USD per yearUnlock
- Adjunct Faculty 2D Animation🔒 Studio hidden · On-site · United States · 2 days agoUnlock
- Technical Artist🔒 Studio hidden · On-site · United Kingdom · 2 days agoUnlock
- Technical Animator🔒 Studio hidden · On-site · Canada · 2 days agoUnlock
- Senior Animator🔒 Studio hidden · On-site · United States · 2 days ago💵 $133,500 - $186,400 CAD, $153,700 - $233,600 USDUnlock
- 3D Animator🔒 Studio hidden · On-site · Poland · 3 days agoUnlock
- Jr. 3D Animator🔒 Studio hidden · On-site · Turkey · 3 days agoUnlock
- Senior Technical Animator🔒 Studio hidden · On-site · Bulgaria · 3 days agoUnlock
- 3D Animator Generalist🔒 Studio hidden · Remote · Sweden · 3 days ago💵 $1,000–$2,000/monthUnlock
- Senior/Lead Gameplay Animator🔒 Studio hidden · Remote · China · 3 days agoUnlock
- Freelance Animator, Lively, UK🔒 Studio hidden · Remote · United Kingdom · 3 days agoUnlock
- Senior Gameplay Animator🔒 Studio hidden · On-site · United States · 3 days agoUnlock
- Technical Artist Rigging🔒 Studio hidden · On-site · Canada · 3 days ago💵 $86,600 - $118,600 CADUnlock
- Lead Animator🔒 Studio hidden · On-site · Spain · 4 days agoUnlock
- Junior Cinematic Artist🔒 Studio hidden · On-site · Canada · 5 days agoUnlock
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Types of Animation Jobs We Cover
We curate all types of animator positions from game studios worldwide.
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Character Animator
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Gameplay Animator
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Cinematic Animator
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Rigging Artist
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Facial Animator
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Motion Capture Artist
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Technical Animator
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Creature Animator
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Combat Animator
Studios Hiring Animators
We pull animation jobs from hundreds of game studios, including:
Naughty Dog
Santa Monica Studio
Insomniac
Riot Games
Blizzard
Epic Games
Rockstar
Ubisoft
EA
CD Projekt Red
Bungie
343 Industries
Respawn
Crystal Dynamics
+ Hundreds More
Animator Salary Ranges (2026)
What you can expect to earn as an animator in the game industry.
For a full city-by-city breakdown and negotiation data, see the full animation artist salary guide.
Junior Animator
$55K – $75K
Mid-Level Animator
$75K – $100K
Senior Animator
$100K – $135K
Lead Animator
$125K – $165K
*US market data. Salaries vary by location, studio size, and experience.
Skills Employers Look For
What you need to land an animation job in the game industry.
🖥️ Software
- Maya
- MotionBuilder
- Blender
- Unreal Engine
- Unity
🎯 Animation Skills
- 12 principles of animation
- Body mechanics
- Weight and timing
- Poses and silhouettes
- Acting and emotion
🎮 Game-Specific
- State machines
- Blend trees
- Animation cycles
- Root motion
- IK/FK workflows
💡 Soft Skills
- Taking direction
- Iteration and polish
- Cross-team collaboration
- Meeting deadlines
- Clear communication
Animation Jobs FAQ
How do I find animation jobs?
ArtBlast sends curated animation jobs daily from top studios like Naughty Dog, Riot, and Insomniac. Subscribe and check your inbox every morning for 10-60+ opportunities with direct apply links, salary info, and applicant counts.
What skills do game animators need?
Proficiency in Maya or MotionBuilder. Strong understanding of the 12 principles of animation, body mechanics, and timing. Knowledge of game engine workflows including state machines, blend trees, and animation cycles.
What is the average game animator salary?
In the US: Junior Animators earn $55K-$75K, Mid-Level $75K-$100K, Senior $100K-$135K, and Lead positions $125K-$165K. Salaries vary by location, studio size, and specialization.
Are there remote animation jobs?
Yes, many studios offer remote or hybrid animator positions. ArtBlast includes work model information (remote, hybrid, on-site) for every job listing so you can filter accordingly.
How do I become a game animator?
Build a demo reel with 30-60 seconds of your best work showing body mechanics, locomotion cycles, and acting. Learn Maya and game engine basics. Study animation in games you love. Consider starting with mobile or indie studios.
What’s the difference between animation specializations?
Gameplay Animators create real-time interactive animations. Cinematic Animators work on cutscenes and trailers. Riggers build character skeletons. Technical Animators bridge art and engineering with tools and systems. Facial Animators specialize in expressions and dialogue.
Targeting a specific studio? See the Respawn Entertainment Studio Career Guide.
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