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Notion Partners

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How much do animation director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for animation director in Missouri is $160,398.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $160,400.00 and $160,400.00 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 Missouri as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 10% Contract. Highlights an 88% In-person, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $160,398 per year, or $77.1 per hour.

Creative Team Motion Designer - Full Time

JAMES RIVER CHURCH

Ozark, MO • On-site

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Description

Under the direction of the Director of Communication in conjunction with the Creative Team Director and the mission of James River Church, the Motion Designer is to provide highly creative content for the creative ministries of James River Church. Additionally, the Motion Designer will provide professional execution, inspiration and completion of a variety of high level content for James River Church, paying careful attention to maintaining the brand identity of James River Church - in accordance with the style-guide approved by the leadership.


Essential Functions & Job Duties 

  • Shoot and edit videos as needed
  • Create graphics/animations for videos used during weekly services and special events
  • Produce screen visuals for all events and Sunday morning content
  • Specialty design and animation for event openers, etc.
  • Assist in producing a variety of videos including but not limited to promotional pieces for social media, highlights, and behind the scenes videos
  • All other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • 2+ years' experience in video production (shooting and editing with Adobe Premiere)
  • 2+ years' experience with After Effects and third-party plugins
  • Film degree or equivalent experience preferred
  • Examples of work available online (please include link in "key strengths" section or on resume)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

  • Knowledge of Cinema4D and other 3D applications
  • Expert-level proficiency of common graphic design and motion tools
  • Willingness to learn, grow in skillset, and remain flexible
  • Passionate about the Gospel and motivated in building the local church
  • High attention to detail
  • Great time management skills and ability to work under pressure
  • Exceptional communication skills


Code of Conduct and Character

James River Church is Pastor-led, and staff driven with board oversight. James River Church staff are expected and considered to share in the responsibility of practicing and propagating the Christian gospel message and upholding the doctrine of the Church (the employer), as stated on our website and in our Bylaws.  As leaders and ministers of the gospel, staff therefore agree to the following:


1. Develop and maintain a close personal walk with the Lord including:

    a. Daily devotional time with the Lord.

    b. Daily dependence on the empowerment of the Spirit.

2. Develop a strong marriage and family life. This includes:

    a. Communicating and sharing with your spouse.

    b. Spending time together on days off and when extra time is available.

3. Keep personal finances in order with no delinquencies.

4. Attend all regularly scheduled services in the church. Special services and functions will be required as deemed necessary by the Lead Pastor.

5. Maintain a high level of personal integrity, honesty, and confidentiality in dealing both with the staff and congregation.

6. Maintain a Christian outlook and attitude at all times.

7. Maintain loyalty to the staff and church, actively promoting unity within the church.



HEART BEHIND ALL WE DO


JOY 

Smile at EVERYONE you encounter! 

    "Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!" Phil 4:4 (NIV) 

    "In your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore." Ps 16:11 (ESV) 


ENTHUSIASM  

Be enthusiastic about your role, about the church, & about what God is doing in your life and in the church.   

    "Zeal for your house has consumed me..." Ps 69:9 (ESV) 

    "I was overjoyed when they said, 'Let's go up to the house of the Lord.'" Ps 122:1 (TPT) 


ENCOURAGEMENT  

Be encouraging with your countenance, with your words, and with your actions to the team and to everyone you connect with as you serve! 

     "So encourage each other and build each other up..."  1 Thess 5:11 (NLT) 

     "...Look for the best in each other, and always do your best to bring it out." 1 Thess 5:15 (MSG) 


LOVE AND CARE 

Show compassion & represent the love of Jesus! 

     "Dear friends, let us continue to love one another, for love comes from God." 1 John 4:7 (NLT)

     "Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other." Jn 13:34 (NLT) 


SERVANT - MINDED  

How can we help you with what you need? If needed, connect the individual to someone who can help. 

      "God has given each of you a gift from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another." 1 Pt 4:10 (NLT) 

      "For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others and to give his life as a ransom for many." Mt 20:28 (NLT) 

      "...Through love serve and seek the best for one another." Ga 5:13 (AMP) 

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