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Animation Graphics Design Jobs in Gainesville, VA

Dewberry

BIM Manager (Bentley)

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$99K - $127K/yr

Experience in graphic design, modeling, rendering, animations and other visualization development. * Familiarity with Bluebeam for markup and coordination. * Familiarity with workflow automation and ...

The MASY Group

Instructional Course Designer

Quantico, VA

$70K - $94K/yr

Design instructional activities and assessments that align learning objectives, instructional content, and expected student outcomes * Develop and maintain text, video, graphics, animations ...

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MBO Partners

Marketing Engagement Manager

Ashburn, VA · On-site

Coordinate small video edits or simple animation projects for social and campaign needs (e.g ... Hands-on experience with basic graphic design and tools like Canva, Figma, or Adobe Creative Suite.

Leidos

Video Production Specialist

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$105K - $190K/yr

... design, and final delivery. Your work will help adult learners build the knowledge and skills ... Incorporate graphics, animation, sound, and visual effects to create engaging learning products.

Leidos

Video Production Specialist

Chantilly, VA

$105K - $190K/yr

... design, and final delivery. Your work will help adult learners build the knowledge and skills ... Incorporate graphics, animation, sound, and visual effects to create engaging learning products.

Amatriot Group, LLC

Senior Software Engineer

Sterling, VA · On-site +1

$185K - $225K/yr

Full Stack Software Engineers on Team Makalu proactively design architecture for new components ... Experience with vector and motion graphics, including SVG, HTML5 Canvas, WebGL, and animation via ...

Southland Industries

VDC Project Lead

Dulles, VA · On-site

Participate in the design and production of visual materials, including videos, animations, and 2D/3D graphics for presentations and marketing. * Assist in developing virtual design presentations and ...

Southland Industries Inc.

VDC Project Lead

Dulles, VA · On-site

Participate in the design and production of visual materials, including videos, animations, and 2D/3D graphics for presentations and marketing. * Assist in developing virtual design presentations and ...

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How much do animation graphics design jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for animation graphics design in Gainesville, VA is $36.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.55 and $42.02 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is animation graphics design?

Animation Graphics Design is a creative field that combines visual art, design principles, and animation techniques to produce engaging motion visuals for various media, such as films, television, advertisements, video games, and digital platforms. Professionals in this field use specialized software to create animated graphics, storyboards, characters, and visual effects that help communicate ideas or tell stories. Animation graphics designers often collaborate with other artists, directors, and clients to bring concepts to life. The work requires a strong understanding of design fundamentals, creativity, and technical proficiency with digital tools.

What are some common challenges animation graphics designers face when working on collaborative projects?

Animation Graphics Designers often work as part of multidisciplinary teams that include animators, illustrators, writers, and project managers. A common challenge is ensuring clear communication and alignment on creative vision, as each team member may interpret concepts differently. Meeting tight deadlines while incorporating feedback from multiple stakeholders can also be demanding. Developing strong collaboration and adaptability skills helps designers manage revisions efficiently and contribute positively to the final outcome.

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

To thrive as an Animation Graphics Designer, you need strong artistic ability, proficiency in design principles, and typically a degree in graphic design, animation, or a related field. Expertise in software like Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator), 3D animation tools such as Blender or Maya, and familiarity with motion graphics workflows are essential. Creativity, attention to detail, effective communication, and time management distinguish top professionals in this role. These skills enable designers to create visually compelling animations that effectively communicate ideas and meet client or project objectives.

What is the difference between Animation Graphics Design vs Motion Graphics Design?

AspectAnimation Graphics DesignMotion Graphics Design
Primary FocusCreating animated visuals and illustrations for various mediaDesigning animated graphic elements for videos and digital content
Skills & ToolsIllustration, 2D/3D animation, Adobe After Effects, PhotoshopGraphic design, animation, After Effects, Premiere Pro
Work EnvironmentAdvertising agencies, media companies, entertainmentVideo production, advertising, digital marketing
Common UsageAnimated characters, explainer videos, visual effectsTitle sequences, animated logos, infographics

Animation Graphics Design involves creating full animated visuals and characters, often requiring illustration and animation skills. Motion Graphics Design focuses on animated graphic elements within videos, emphasizing visual effects and graphic design. Both roles share tools like After Effects but serve different creative purposes in media production.

Animation Graphics Design jobs near you
Infographic showing various Animation Graphics Design job openings in Gainesville, VA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 76% In-person, 10% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $75,667 per year, or $36.4 per hour.

BIM Manager (Bentley)

Dewberry

Fairfax, VA • On-site

$99K - $127K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

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Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

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Job description


Dewberry seeks a Transportation Model Manager (Bentley Systems) to join our Design Technology Solutions team. In this role, you will use your Bentley transportation modeling expertise to partner directly with project teams and own the digital backbone of assigned roadway and bridge projects. This is a project-facing role that works alongside project managers, task leads, and production teams to keep OpenRoads Designer (ORD) and OpenBridge Modeler (OBM) deliverables stable, standards-based, and submittal-ready throughout the project lifecycle.
As a Transportation Model Manager, you will proactively manage model health and common data environments, support disciplined model integration and clash detection workflows, and help produce precise, contract-compliant digital deliverables. This position is ideal for a professional who enjoys project-facing partnership, can balance standards with production realities, and is passionate about strengthening digital delivery for transportation infrastructure programs.
We are open to considering fully remote applicants.
Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors are our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you're an experienced professional or a new graduate, you'll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call "Dewberry at Work," that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century.
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with project managers and design leads to align digital workflows with project goals, schedules, and delivery requirements.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned ORD/OBM projects for model governance, quality control, and data management.
  • Execute and maintain ProjectWise, ORD, OBM setup workflows, including templates, styles, support content, and drawing organization, and standardize repeatable practices to improve delivery efficiency and meet PxP and client requirements.
  • Manage ORD and OBM data environments and model health, including information governance strategy, file organization, and QC checks to verify compliance with standards, reference integrity, and milestone readiness.
  • Coordinate and execute clash detection and model integration for multi-discipline and multi-phase projects, supporting phased delivery and milestone execution.
  • Support digital delivery requirements by preparing precise, contract-compliant deliverables for project milestones and submittals in required native or exchange formats.

Required Skills & Required Experience
Required
  • Bachelor's degree in in civil engineering or a related field.
  • 10+ yeas of experience.
  • 3+ years of OpenRoad Designer (ORD) and/or OpenBridge Modeler (OBM) experience in DOT production workflows (projects that include feature definitions, annotation groups, and advanced corridor template concepts).
  • Strong understanding of CAD/BIM standards, PxP requirements, and ProjectWise model governance best practices (project organization, references, and data management).
  • Experience supporting multi-discipline coordination and model integration on infrastructure projects.
  • Familiarity with clash detection and issue coordination workflows and DOT digital delivery requirements.
  • Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance.

Preferred
  • Professional engineering (PE) licensure.
  • Experience with Bentley Infrastructure Cloud (BIC).
  • Knowledge of interoperability and exchange formats (LandXML, IFC, IMX, KML/KMZ, SHP, GeoJSON).
  • Experience supporting multi-phase transportation, infrastructure, stormwater, or energy projects with complex digital delivery requirements.
  • Experience in graphic design, modeling, rendering, animations and other visualization development.
  • Familiarity with Bluebeam for markup and coordination.
  • Familiarity with workflow automation and efficiency tools (e.g., Python).

*At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.
*Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.
*Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry, will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry's background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.
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Salary Range
The projected range for this position is $99,000-$127,000 annually. Depending upon other factors, i.e., skills, experience, location, market conditions, the range may vary slightly.

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