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Fox

Producer, AI Animation

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$114K - $150K/yr

... Cleaning Lady, Hell's Kitchen, LEGO Masters), the company is actively building a portfolio of ... Partner with creative teams, R&D, and technical artists to develop and implement AI assisted ...

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Spokane, WA

... and artistic person with a firm grasp of animation techniques, fundamentals, and software. The ... An understanding of aspect dynamics, animation rigging/set-up, and character animation * Knowledge ...

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Maintain up-to-date knowledge of animation techniques, trends, and technology. Assist in pre ... Strong creative and artistic skills with an eye for detail. Ability to work collaboratively in a ...

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How much do animation clean up artist jobs pay per hour?

As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for animation clean up artist in the United States is $29.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.76 and $32.93 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Animation Clean Up Artist job?

An Animation Clean Up Artist refines rough animation drawings by adding clean, final lines while maintaining the intended motion and character consistency. They ensure characters stay on-model and enhance the overall quality of animation by removing unnecessary lines and adjusting details. This role is crucial in traditional 2D animation and some digital workflows, where precision and attention to detail are essential for polished final shots.

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

To thrive as an Animation Clean Up Artist, you need strong drawing skills, a keen eye for detail, and a solid understanding of animation principles, often backed by relevant training or a degree in animation or fine arts. Familiarity with animation software such as Toon Boom Harmony, Adobe Animate, or TVPaint is common, with portfolios demonstrating experience being highly valued. Excellent communication, time management, and the ability to collaborate within a creative team are important soft skills. These abilities ensure that the final animation is polished, consistent, and delivered on schedule, aligning with the project's artistic vision.

What does a typical day look like for an Animation Clean Up Artist, and how do they interact with other team members?

A typical day for an Animation Clean Up Artist involves refining rough animation sketches into clean, on-model drawings, adding clarity, consistency, and detail while preparing the artwork for coloring and compositing. This role works closely with animators, supervisors, and sometimes character designers to ensure the style and movement match the project's standards. Regular feedback sessions and revisions are common, requiring excellent communication and flexibility. By collaborating within a larger animation team, clean up artists help ensure that each scene is visually cohesive and production deadlines are met.
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Infographic showing various Animation Clean Up Artist job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 97% Full Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $60,546 per year, or $29.1 per hour.
Producer, AI Animation

Producer, AI Animation

Fox

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$114K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

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OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

FOX EntertainmentWith a legacy spanning more than 35 years, FOX Entertainment is one of the world's most recognizable media brands and a prolific content producer across its iconic broadcast network and both owned and third-party streaming platforms. Known for its independent, innovative spirit and provocative, groundbreaking storytelling, the company was reinvented in 2019 with the formation of FOX Entertainment. While maintaining its leadership in broadcast television (9-1-1: Lone Star, The Simpsons, The Cleaning Lady, Hell's Kitchen, LEGO Masters), the company is actively building a portfolio of businesses and library of owned original content. To date, FOX Entertainment's long-term growth strategy has included the acquisitions of award-winning animation studio Bento Box Entertainment (Bob's Burgers, The Great North, Krapopolis, Grimsburg), entertainment platform TMZ, and global production studio MarVista Entertainment (The Way Home, Rescuing Christmas), as well as the formation of the culinary and lifestyle content venture Studio Ramsay Global (Next Level Chef, Gordon Ramsay's Food Stars) in partnership with Gordon Ramsay. The company also established its in-house unscripted studio FOX Alternative Entertainment (The Masked Singer, Snake Oil, I Can See Your Voice, Name That Tune), FOX Entertainment Studios (Animal Control) to develop scripted content, and worldwide content sales unit FOX Entertainment Global.JOB DESCRIPTION

FoxNXT is FOX Entertainment's next generation tech innovation studio designed to accelerate how we create, produce, and scale premium storytelling across every business unit. Built around four integrated pillars, including R&D, Production, Talent, and Education, FoxNXT develops and deploys AI powered pipelines that redefine creative workflows across animation, unscripted, scripted, and marketing.
The AI Animation Producer is a builder role responsible for developing and executing next generation animation workflows powered by AI. You will partner with creative, technical, and production teams to translate emerging AI capabilities into scalable animation pipelines, managing projects from concept through delivery. This role operates at the intersection of storytelling, technology, and production innovation.

Regular, on-site attendance at the workplace for a minimum of four (4) days per week is an essential function of the position. The selected candidate must be able to reliably meet this requirement.


A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead AI driven animation projects from inception through delivery while building workflows from scratch
  • Partner with creative teams, R&D, and technical artists to develop and implement AI assisted animation pipelines
  • Facilitate intake sessions with animation stakeholders to define creative and technical requirements
  • Establish project scope, timelines, milestones, and deliverables for AI enabled animation initiatives
  • Translate emerging AI tools into practical production workflows that enhance speed and creative output
  • Manage vendors, artists, and cross functional teams across animation production
  • Track progress, identify risks, and resolve production challenges in a fast evolving environment
  • Ensure consistency in quality, storytelling, and technical execution across projects
  • Document workflows, tools, and learnings to support scalability and repeatability


WHAT YOU WILL NEED

  • 7+ years of animation production experience in television, film, or digital media
  • Experience working with AI driven creative tools, real time engines, generative AI tools, or virtual production
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Strong understanding of animation pipelines including 2D, 3D, or hybrid formats
  • Ability to build processes in fast moving and ambiguous environments
  • Excellent time management and ability to consistently meet deadlines in high-pressure, fast-paced settings

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $114,000.00-150,000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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