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How much do animation compositing jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for animation compositing in Portland, OR is $41.80, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.22 and $67.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How do Animation Compositing artists typically collaborate with other departments during a production pipeline?

Animation Compositing artists work closely with departments such as 3D modeling, lighting, effects, and animation to seamlessly integrate various visual elements into a final shot. They receive rendered layers and passes from these teams and are responsible for combining them while maintaining visual consistency and storytelling intent. Regular communication and feedback sessions are common, ensuring that any changes or adjustments align with the director’s vision. This collaborative approach helps address challenges like color matching, seamless integration of CG elements, and maintaining continuity across scenes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Animation Compositor, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Animation Compositor, you need a solid understanding of visual effects, color theory, layering, and a background in animation or related fields. Expertise in industry-standard software such as Adobe After Effects, Nuke, or Fusion, along with familiarity with file formats and rendering pipelines, is typically required. Strong attention to detail, creativity, and effective communication skills distinguish top performers in this role. These skills ensure seamless integration of visual elements, maintaining high-quality and visually compelling final products in animation projects.

What is animation compositing?

Animation compositing is the process of combining visual elements from separate sources into single images, often to create the final look of a scene in animated films, TV shows, or video games. This includes layering rendered characters, backgrounds, visual effects, and lighting adjustments to achieve a seamless and visually appealing result. Compositors use specialized software to integrate these elements, correct colors, add effects, and ensure everything blends naturally. Their work is crucial in bringing all parts of an animation together into a cohesive final product.

What is the difference between Animation Compositing vs 3D Modeler?

AspectAnimation Compositing3D Modeler
Required CredentialsPortfolio, proficiency in compositing software (After Effects, Nuke)Portfolio, proficiency in 3D modeling software (Maya, Blender)
Work EnvironmentPost-production studios, VFX housesAnimation studios, game development, VFX
Industry UsageFilm, TV, commercials, VFXAnimation, gaming, VFX
Common Search/ComparisonYesNo

Animation Compositing involves combining visual elements from different sources into a single seamless image, primarily in post-production. In contrast, a 3D Modeler creates three-dimensional models used in animation, gaming, and VFX. While both roles require a strong understanding of visual effects and software, they focus on different stages of the production process and different skill sets.

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Infographic showing various Animation Compositing job openings in Portland, OR as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 56% Full Time, 33% Part Time, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 89% In-person, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,934 per year, or $41.8 per hour.
Senior Motion Designer (B2B, HTML5, Figma) - 100% Remote

Senior Motion Designer (B2B, HTML5, Figma) - 100% Remote

Conexess Group

Vancouver, WA • On-site

$111K - $126K/yr

Other

Posted 18 days ago

Job description


SENIOR MOTION DESIGNER, ENTERPRISE B2B
About this team: This is a brand-new, dedicated team for an enterprise B2B technology program. As a senior member you'll help shape the motion standards, templates, and workflows the team uses, and own animated HTML5/display — a senior, hands-on contributor who builds the playbook, not just follows it.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The program produces motion at scale across many simultaneous campaigns for a technical audience of engineers, IT decision-makers, and enterprise buyers — from animated HTML5/display and GIF units to UI-driven explainers and video graphics, against client brand guidelines at a premium, brand-safe bar.
You'll set the motion standard and own the HTML5/animated-display standard — building the templates and ad-platform specs the team works to — while mentoring motion designers and producing your own high-end work. You'll work within the design and motion team led by the Art Director, alongside editors and designers.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Set the motion standard. Produce high-end motion — typography, layout, compositing, transitions, UI animation — that defines the quality bar.
  • Own motion & HTML5 systems. Build the reusable After Effects templates and motion guidelines, plus the HTML5/animated-display standard, master templates, and ad-platform specs (file weight, clickTags, polite-load) the team works to — and help harden the internal banner-build/resize tooling for scale.
  • Mentor and review. Direct and give feedback to motion designers, leveling up craft, consistency, and technical hygiene.
  • Animate UI and explainers. Design and animate screen/UI moments and kinetic typography that make technical B2B stories clear and engaging.
  • Partner across the team. Work with the Art Director, Senior Video Editor, and designers to bring storyboards and concepts to life on-brand.
  • Use smart tooling. Work with AI-assisted and templated workflows, with judgment on when AI fits (backgrounds, concepting, stylized visuals) versus when precision or brand-locked work — UI, kinetic text, exact outcomes, brand assets — needs traditional animation.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
  • 5+ years in motion design with a standout reel of polished, high-end work.
  • Advanced After Effects (and strong Premiere Pro); strong command of typography, layout, composition, pacing, and UI/screen-based animation.
  • Hands-on experience building animated HTML5/display banners and their templates to ad-platform specs (e.g., After Effects → HTML5, Google Web Designer or Celtra).
  • Experience building motion templates/systems and workflows at volume.
  • A self-directed maker who mentors others and helps build a workflow that's still taking shape.
  • Strong communication and a collaborative, proactive mindset.
NICE TO HAVE
  • Enterprise or B2B technology brands and technical/brand-safe creative.
  • 3D motion (e.g., Cinema 4D, Blender).
  • Design fundamentals in Figma / Adobe Creative Suite.
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One size does not fit all. That’s why we work with you to design a strategy that fits your organizations, coupled with a responsive relationship that ensures we get the job done right. We accomplish this using a very practical strategy built on 3 steps: Understand. Identify. Deliver. Our professionals place a high value on building a relationship with you and your organization, taking time to know the intricacies, nuances and desired skill set of what you’re looking for. With a vast knowledge and understanding of the staffing industry, we have built a network of highly-talented individuals and fantastic organization just waiting to be matched. And we’re not stopping. We will work to find exactly the right fit for you that not only solves your present challenge, but also sets you up for future success. We are committed to-yes, in fact, passionate about-creating a strategy that brings the right talent in the door today and for years to come.

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Nashville, TN, US

Year founded

2009

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