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Animation Background Artist Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

Morley

Art Director (Remote - Ohio)

Columbus, OH · On-site +1

$116K - $122K/yr

Motion design including 2D and 3D animations * Video concept development, storyboards and editing ... Must have the ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen * Bachelor of Arts ...

Morley

Art Director (Remote - Ohio)

Columbus, OH · Remote

$116K - $122K/yr

Motion design including 2D and 3D animations * Video concept development, storyboards and editing ... Must have the ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen * Bachelor of Arts ...

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How much do animation background artist jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for animation background artist in Ohio is $27.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.56 and $31.30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an Animation Background Artist?

An Animation Background Artist typically spends their day creating detailed and stylistically appropriate environments that serve as the settings for animated sequences. This involves collaborating closely with art directors, layout artists, and character designers to ensure visual continuity and meet the production's artistic vision. Tasks often include sketching environment concepts, refining digital paintings, adjusting layouts based on feedback, and delivering finished backgrounds on schedule. Artists also attend regular team meetings to discuss progress and integrate changes requested by the animation or production teams.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Animation Background Artist position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Animation Background Artist, you need strong skills in drawing, painting, color theory, and spatial design, typically supported by a degree in art, animation, or a related field. Mastery of industry-standard software like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and often 3D programs such as Blender is highly valued, alongside a robust digital portfolio. Creativity, collaboration, adaptability, and attention to detail help artists excel in the fast-paced animation pipeline. These skills ensure that backgrounds effectively support the story, maintain visual consistency, and enhance the overall quality of the animated production.

What does an Animation Background Artist do?

An Animation Background Artist creates the environments and settings for animated scenes, establishing the mood, atmosphere, and style of a project. They design and paint backgrounds that complement character animation while maintaining visual consistency. These artists work closely with directors and designers to match the aesthetic vision of the production. Their work can be done traditionally or digitally, often using software like Photoshop, Blender, or Procreate.

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Infographic showing various Animation Background Artist job openings in Ohio as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 65% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 3% Temporary, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 74% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 23% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,561 per year, or $27.7 per hour.

Adjunct Faculty - Digital Arts

Lorain County Community College (LCCC)

Elyria, OH

Part-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

Lorain County Community College rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

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Job description

The Department of Visual Art, Division of Arts and Humanities at Lorain County Community College is looking for adjunct instructors to teach a variety of introductory Digital Arts courses, including Digital Imaging, Digital Illustration, Computer Programming for Artists, 2D Animation, and 3d Modeling and 3D Animation.  Instructors will teach digital arts fundamentals to students in animation, photography, graphic design and game design in our recently updated Mac Lab using the Adobe Creative Cloud, Autodesk Maya, Processing p5.js, Unity and other industry standard software.  Our lab is located in the PC Campana Center for Ideation and Invention, where students and faculty have open access to large format printers, laser cutters, audio recording, a virtual reality CAVE, a variety of VR/AR headsets, 3D printing, and our SuperFab Lab.  

Qualifications include Masters in the discipline or a Masters and 18+ credit hours, MFA preferred, teaching experience or demonstrated training experience, proficiency in the appropriate software, and excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

The complete application file should include: a cover letter detailing area(s) of expertise, an updated curriculum vitae (CV), unofficial college transcripts (undergraduate and graduate), and the contact information of three professional references.    Incomplete files will not be considered. Official transcripts will be required upon employment. Candidate selected will be required to complete a background check prior to being hired.

About LCCC: 

Established in 1963, Lorain County Community College is the first community college in Ohio with a permanent campus. For six decades, LCCC has served the diverse needs of greater Lorain County region by providing affordable access to higher education and now serves approximately 13,000 students each year in certificate, associate, bachelor's and master's degree programs. 

Since 1963, one in four Lorain County residents have taken classes at LCCC and more than 43,000 have earned a degree. LCCC was recently ranked in the top 10% of most affordable colleges in the nation and more than 90% of LCCC graduates live and work in Northeast Ohio. 45% of Lorain County's high school graduates earn college credits through LCCC's high school dual enrollment programs. LCCC also partners with more than 700 employers and offers 170 industry-recognized credentials to better prepare the workforce for the future. 

LCCC is a dynamic, student-centered college intentionally designed to support individuals with balancing multiple roles on their path to college completion. 85% of LCCC students work while attending college, with majority working at least half-time. The average age of LCCC's students is 24, and many bring life experiences that include caring for dependents, serving in the military, or completing some prior college. Over 80% of LCCC students received financial assistance through grants and scholarships, and LCCC has been nationally recognized for holistic, fully integrated services and commitment to student success. 

Lorain County Community College seeks to hire and employ locally whenever possible.  Employees should reside in Ohio, where they can be responsive to on-campus work requirements, and within a reasonable commuting distance of their work location.

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