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DreamWorks Animation — Game Art Jobs

DreamWorks Animation is one of the world's top animation studios, responsible for Shrek, How to Train Your Dragon, Kung Fu Panda, and The Bad Guys. They hire Visual Development Artists, Lighting Artists, CFX Artists, and Animators at their Glendale studio.

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Studio at a Glance

Founded
1994
Headquarters
Glendale, California
Studio Size
2,000+ staff
Known For
Shrek, How to Train Your Dragon, Kung Fu Panda
Studio Type
Animation Studio
Art Roles Posted
9 in last 30 days

Art Disciplines DreamWorks Animation Hires

Based on recent job listings, DreamWorks Animation actively hires across these game art disciplines.

Visual Development
Lighting Art
CFX / Simulation
Animation
Character Art
Environment Art
Concept Art

Recent Roles at DreamWorks Animation

Role titles and seniority levels from recent DreamWorks Animation postings.

Senior Visual Development Artist
Intern Lighting Artist
Intern CFX Artist
Intern Feature Development Intern
Intern Visual Development Intern
Intern Technical Artist
Mid Character Artist

Salary Ranges at DreamWorks Animation

DreamWorks Animation is based in Glendale, CA. California income tax up to 13.3% applies. Intern rates are published ($17.87-$35/hour). Staff salaries estimated from comparable LA animation studios.

Intern
$17 - $35/hour
Junior Artist
$65K - $89K
Mid-Level Artist
$89K - $120K
Senior Artist
$120K - $160K

What DreamWorks Animation Looks for in Your Portfolio

Based on their job descriptions and public art direction guidelines.

Stylized 3D Art

DreamWorks films use stylized realism — not photorealistic, not cartoony. Study their film-specific art direction. Dragon and Kung Fu Panda have very different aesthetics.

Visual Development

VisDev is a key pipeline at DreamWorks. Concept and color scripts showing how lighting and mood evolve across a story are valued highly.

Animation and CFX

Strong demand for animators and CFX/simulation artists. A reel showing complex creature or cloth simulation is more relevant than generic animation.

Recent DreamWorks Animation Job Listings

Current and recent art roles posted by DreamWorks Animation. Subscribers get new listings the day they post.

Training Intern, DreamWorks Animation, Summer 2026 at Lensa – United States
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🔒 DreamWorks Animation — Visual Development Artist — Glendale
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🔒 DreamWorks Animation — Senior Lighting Artist — Glendale
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🔒 DreamWorks Animation — CFX Supervisor — Glendale
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🔒 DreamWorks Animation — Character Artist — Glendale
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DreamWorks Animation Art Jobs — FAQ

What art roles does DreamWorks Animation hire?

DreamWorks hires Visual Development Artists, Lighting Artists, CFX Artists, Animators, and Character Artists. Intern positions are also regularly posted for summer programs.

Where is DreamWorks Animation located?

DreamWorks Animation's primary studio is in Glendale, California. Their feature animation work is primarily on-site.

What films has DreamWorks Animation made?

DreamWorks Animation produced Shrek, How to Train Your Dragon, Kung Fu Panda, Madagascar, The Bad Guys, and Puss in Boots. They also produce Netflix animated series.

Does DreamWorks Animation hire interns?

Yes. DreamWorks runs a summer internship program for lighting, CFX, production, and visual development roles. Intern postings typically go live in early spring.

What salary does DreamWorks Animation pay artists?

Intern rates are $17.87-$35/hour depending on role. Staff salaries for mid-level artists are estimated at $89K-$120K. California state income tax up to 13.3% applies.

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