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ESPN

Manager, Animation

Bristol, CT

$126.80K - $170K/yr

The Manager, Animation helps lead the ESPN Creative Studio Animation/Animation FX team and their ... A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in ...

NEW YORK EDGE, INC

Jr. Animation Specialist

Hollis, NY · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

NYE also serves as a leading Community-Based Organization (CBO) in the NYC Community Schools ... As an Animation Specialist, you will have a pivotal role in nurturing the next wave of animators ...

DePaul

Adjunct Faculty in Animation

Chicago, IL · On-site

Adjunct Faculty in Animation Full-time Faculty Positions Full-time faculty positions will be posted ... Unless noted by a close date, positions will remain open until they are filled. Qualified ...

Arrowwood Heart

Animator

Minneapolis, MN · Remote

$96K - $134.40K/yr

A degree in Animation, Graphic Design, or a related field * Proficiency in animation software (e.g., Adobe After Effects, Blender) * Strong understanding of animation principles and techniques

Madison College

PT Instructor Pool - Animation

Madison, WI · On-site

$16.75 - $22/hr

... the Animation program. Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis for the 2026-2027 ... Therefore, we seek applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits of diversity in a higher ...

The Walt Disney Company

Manager, Animation

Bristol, CT

$126.80K - $170K/yr

A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in ... Edit, Animation, Graphics Innovation Playout & Creative Prod Primary Job Posting Category: Graphic ...

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Manager, Animation

Manager, Animation

ESPN

Bristol, CT

$126.80K - $170K/yr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

ESPN rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 28 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

18th of 64 rated media

Job description

The Manager, Animation helps lead the ESPN Creative Studio Animation/Animation FX team and their workflows. They are responsible for balancing creative and production priorities with efficiency, staff development, and long-term strategic planning. The Manager oversees animation staff, technology resources, schedules, and team performance. They have a comprehensive understanding of animation team software, hardware, workflows, along with knowledge of individual staff skillsets and development areas. They are proactive problem-solvers with an eye on emerging production trends to anticipate future animation needs. They help create an innovative, collaborative, and creatively positive environment for the entire team. They engage and align with internal leaders on workflows to deliver against company priorities and key business goals.


Responsibilities:

  • Daily leadership, planning, monitoring, and support of all staff and assignments
  • Daily assessment of workloads and priorities to keep projects running smoothly
  • Easily pivot attention to where needed & readily open to diverse ideas and discussion
  • Direct management, mentoring and coaching of supervisor- and staff-level personnel
  • Develop and align team workflows and strategies with ESPN Creative Studio priorities
  • Assess staff capabilities & proactively plan against known and anticipated project needs
  • Foster a team environment that encourages innovation, creativity, and skills growth
  • Identify and drive resolutions to technical, operational, and organizational challenges
  • Collaborate with IT partners to guide enhancements to team software and hardware
  • Engage with ECS leaders and outside vendors to influence and align on workflows

Basic Qualifications:

  • Minimum 10 years of experience in animation, design, tv production
  • Strong understanding of industry-standard animation software and workflows
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to manage priorities and meet tight deadlines
  • Confident problem solver; able to think quickly in pressure situations
  • Technical curiosity; keen to generate and explore new ideas
  • Excellent organizational, communication, presentation, and group dynamic skills
  • Excellent coaching and motivational skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Proven experience supervising in-person and remote creative teams
  • Proven experience working with DEET/IT and outside vendors
  • Strong knowledge of ESPN studio and event animation packages
  • Strong technical troubleshooting abilities
  • Deadline Render Manager experience
  • Microsoft 365 application experience

Required Education:

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent

Preferred Education:

  • Degree in Animation, VFX, Graphic Design, TV/Film Production, or related field

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The hiring range for this position in Bristol, CT is $126,800.00 to $170,000.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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