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Animator Jobs in Canada

Find animator jobs in Canada at studios like Ubisoft, Netflix, Electronic Arts, 2K, and Bardel Entertainment. Animating characters, gameplay, and cinematics for games, film, and series, from junior to lead roles, updated daily.

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Animator Roles in Canada

We curate animator positions from game, animation, and VFX studios across Canada.

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Canadian Studios Hiring Animators

Animators in Canada work on characters, gameplay, and cinematics at studios in Montreal, Vancouver, and Toronto and beyond, including:

Ubisoft

Netflix

Electronic Arts

Bardel Entertainment

Atomic Cartoons

Behaviour Interactive

Rodeo FX

Mikros Animation

WildBrain Studios

NetEase Games

Certain Affinity

+ Hundreds More

Animator Salary Ranges in Canada (2026)

What animator roles pay at Canadian studios.

Junior Animator

C$52K - C$73K

Animator

C$63K - C$86K

Senior Animator

C$106K - C$150K

Lead Animator

C$120K - C$160K

*Canadian market rates. Montreal and Vancouver studios pay at the top end of these ranges. Salaries listed in CAD.

What Canadian Studios Look For in Animators

Canadian studios are competitive, and here is what gets you hired.

🎞️ Core Animation Skills

Timing, spacing, and weight
Body mechanics and acting
Gameplay and locomotion cycles
Facial animation basics
Polish passes to director notes

🎮 Engine and Pipeline

Maya or Blender animation
Motion capture cleanup
Unreal Engine or Unity animation systems
State machines and blend spaces
Shotgrid or Perforce

🌟 What Canadian Studios Specifically Want

Shipped title credits (console, PC, or mobile)
Portfolio showing production-quality work
Experience across multiple game genres
Strong communication for collaborative pipelines
Clear process and breakdowns

💡 How to Stand Out in Canada

Portfolio tailored to the studio's genre
Process breakdowns, not just finals
Canadian work authorization confirmed
Cover letter referencing the studio's games
Apply within 24 hours of posting

Animator Jobs in Canada FAQ

Are there animator jobs in Canada?

Yes. Studios including Ubisoft, Netflix, Electronic Arts, 2K, and Bardel Entertainment hire animators in Canada, alongside many mid-size, mobile, and indie studios. ArtBlast tracks new animator roles in Canada every day.

Where are most animator jobs in Canada?

The biggest hubs are Montreal, Vancouver, and Toronto, with Montreal and Vancouver also home to some of the largest VFX and animation studios in the world. A growing share of studios also hire for hybrid and remote roles.

What is the salary for an animator in Canada?

In Canada, Junior Animators earn C$52K-C$73K, mid-level C$63K-C$86K, Senior Animators C$106K-C$150K, and Lead Animators C$120K-C$160K. Larger studios in the main hubs pay at the top end of these ranges.

Do Canadian studios sponsor visas for animators?

Some larger Canadian studios support work permits for experienced and specialized hires, and Quebec studios often hire internationally. Junior roles usually require existing Canadian work authorization. Always check the specific job listing before applying.

How do I find animator jobs in Canada?

ArtBlast curates animator jobs daily and flags Canadian roles. Applying within the first 24-48 hours gives you the best chance of being reviewed. Paid subscribers get Discord live alerts the moment new Canadian roles post, ahead of most applicants.

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