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How much do animation director jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for animation director in Iowa is $160,614.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $160,600.00 and $160,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an animation director?

Animation Directors are creative professionals who oversee the visual development and production of animated projects such as films, TV shows, or video games. They manage teams of animators, guide the artistic direction, and ensure that the animation aligns with the project's vision and story. Animation Directors collaborate closely with producers, writers, and other departments to maintain consistency and quality throughout the animation process. Their role is crucial in bringing characters and worlds to life in a cohesive and engaging manner.

What does an animation director do?

An animation director is responsible for performing and overseeing a number of creative duties during the design, production, and post-processing of an animation. You may work at a film studio or video game company, collaborating with writers, illustrators, and visual designers to develop stories and graphics, and to define guiding aesthetic principles. You work closely with voice actors, animators, and sound design artists to create the final product, such as an animated movie, web short, TV show, or animation for a website.

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

To thrive as an Animation Director, you need a strong background in animation principles, storytelling, visual design, and often a degree in animation or related fields. Proficiency with animation software such as Adobe After Effects, Maya, Toon Boom, or Blender, along with experience in project management tools, is typically required. Leadership, creative vision, and excellent communication are essential soft skills for guiding teams and collaborating with clients or stakeholders. These skills ensure cohesive, high-quality animations delivered on time, aligned with the project's creative goals.

What are some common challenges animation directors face when leading a team on a large project?

Animation Directors often encounter challenges such as aligning the creative vision across a diverse team, managing tight production schedules, and ensuring consistent animation quality throughout the project. Balancing creative input from animators, storyboard artists, and producers while adhering to budget and time constraints can be demanding. Effective communication, regular feedback sessions, and strong organizational skills are essential for overcoming these challenges and delivering a cohesive final product.

What is the difference between Animation Director vs Animation Supervisor?

AspectAnimation DirectorAnimation Supervisor
ResponsibilitiesOversees the overall animation style, guides creative vision, and manages animation teams to ensure consistency and quality.Manages day-to-day animation production, assigns tasks, and ensures deadlines are met within the animation team.
Required SkillsStrong artistic vision, leadership, and experience in animation production.Technical expertise, team management, and workflow coordination.
Work EnvironmentCreative leadership in studios, overseeing multiple animation projects.Supervisory role within animation teams, often reporting to the Animation Director.

The Animation Director focuses on the creative and artistic vision of the animation, guiding the overall style and quality. The Animation Supervisor handles the operational aspects, managing the team to meet production goals. Both roles are essential in animation production, with the Director setting the creative tone and the Supervisor ensuring smooth execution.

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Infographic showing various Animation Director job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $160,614 per year, or $77.2 per hour.

Technical Training Developer - Application Equipment

CNH Industrial

Ames, IA • On-site

$86K - $132K/yr

Other

Retirement

Posted 14 days ago


CNH Industrial rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 64 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

344th of 495 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

About Us

Innovation. Sustainability. Productivity. This is how we are Breaking New Ground in our mission to sustainably advance the noble work of farmers and builders everywhere. With a growing global population and increased demands on resources, our products are instrumental to feeding and sheltering the world.

From developing products that run on alternative power to productivity-enhancing precision tech, we are delivering solutions that benefit people – and they are possible thanks to people like you. If the opportunity to build your skills as part of a collaborative, global team excites you, you’re in the right place.

Grow a Career. Build a Future!

Be part of this company at the forefront of agriculture and construction, that passionately innovates to drive customer efficiency and success. And we know innovation can’t happen without collaboration. So, everything we do at CNH Industrial is about reaching new heights as one team, always delivering for the good of our customers.

Job Purpose

The Application Equipment Technical Training Developer will manage the entire technical training product life cycle for Guardian, Patriot, Trident, and Floater models for dealer service technicians and internal company personnel. The role will manage a team environment to develop and maintain training content on Guardian, Patriot, Trident, and Floater lines including all support and course materials, for new product and current product updates, including model year changes and running changes. Communicate with various stakeholders to identify training needs to achieve technical training objectives.

Key Responsibilities
  • Be the primary contact between all the CNH technical groups and the Application Equipment management teams (i.e. know the strategic product range plan, approved budget items, current/future product offering, status of items/projects, manage inclusion of technical teams/members at the proper times, etc)
  • Manage ordering of the new model year machines and coordinate to order within the Global Product Development lifecycle
  • Identify and acquire the proper training aids for all the facilities where training will be offered. Train Technical Training with new tools and processes
  • Lead creation of training content (Web Based, Virtual, Instructor led, shop activity workbooks, etc). Serve as the lead developer and trainer for all CNH Application equipment. Lead annual and new product specific internal trainings (trainers/support/field); schedule it, present it, pull in resources, etc
  • Participate in end of season reviews for Application Equipment lines
  • Review new/Model Year Technical Information document changes for functional data, schematic, review manuals for content accuracy before release
  • Lead the development of Overviews and Dynamic Descriptions to be published within service manuals and used for technical training, coordinate with the Technical Information project manager. Lead the creation of dynamic electrical and hydraulic drawings or animations to support the Service Manuals for training purposes; supported by Technical Information and training developers
  • Assist Product Support/Technical Information on challenging cases, including field support as approved
  • Participate in and conduct technical training classes, to continue development of product knowledge and delivery quality
  • Work with content developers of different product lines to continuously improve the processes of development
  • Work at offsite locations to present localized training (approximately 20% of time)
Experience Required
  • Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Education, Training, Business Management or related degree
  • A minimum of 8 years combined experience in direct training, instruction, education, sales or product management or relevant experience
  • In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, we will also consider an Associate's degree in Agriculture, Education, Training, Business Management or related degree type, with a minimum of 10 years of combined experience in a related field
  • Minimum 10 year of working knowledge and experience within the agriculture/farming, machinery or heavy equipment industries
  • Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and Project Management Software
  • 2 years of CNH Trainer, Product Specialist or Training Delivery experience

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The annual salary for this role is USD $86,625.00 - $132,825.00 plus any applicable bonus (Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as skill, experience and qualification for the role.)

For roles open across multiple locations, the salary range indicated refers to the primary location. If a different location is considered, the applicable salary range will be communicated to candidates prior to the first interview.

What We Offer

We offer dynamic career opportunities across an international landscape. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to delivering value for all our employees and fostering a culture of respect.

At CNH, we understand that the best solutions come from the diverse experiences and skills of our people. Here, you will be empowered to grow your career, to follow your passion, and help build a better future. To support our employees, we offer regional comprehensive benefits, including:

  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Savings & Retirement benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Adoption assistance
  • Fertility & Family building support
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Charitable contribution matching and Volunteer Time Off

Click here to learn more about our benefits offerings! (US only)

US applicants: CNH Industrial is an equal opportunity employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Applicants can learn more about their rights by viewing the federal "Know Your Rights" poster here. CNH Industrial participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. You can view additional information here.

Canada applicants: CNH Industrial is an equal opportunity employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, place of origin, disability, marital status, family status, age, or any other ground prohibited by applicable provincial human rights legislation.

If you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact us at narecruitingmailbox@cnhind.com.


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