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Epic Games

Cinematics Director

Cary, NC · On-site

Partner across Animation, Layout, Lighting, FX, Production, and Technical Art to bring the creative vision to life. * Collaborate with the Animation Director on performance and motion capture, and ...

Flying Bark Productions

Animation Director

Burbank, CA · On-site

$3.2K - $3.4K/wk

Work closely with Layout, Story, and other relevant departments to address animation-related creative needs and challenges. * Review storyboards and animatics from an animation perspective ...

AGBO

Sr. Cinematic Layout Artist

Raleigh, NC · On-site

You'll work closely with animation, lighting, and narrative teams to ensure every shot serves the ... Portfolio demonstrating cinematic layout, camera work, or in-game cinematic sequences Additional ...

AGBO Films LLC

Sr. Cinematic Layout Artist

Raleigh, NC · On-site

You'll work closely with animation, lighting, and narrative teams to ensure every shot serves the ... Portfolio demonstrating cinematic layout, camera work, or in-game cinematic sequences Additional ...

AGBO

Sr. Cinematic Layout Artist

Raleigh, NC · On-site

You'll work closely with animation, lighting, and narrative teams to ensure every shot serves the ... Portfolio demonstrating cinematic layout, camera work, or in-game cinematic sequences Additional ...

Apex Systems

The ideal candidate will work with a cinematic layout artist to create compelling performances through both hand-key animation and motion capture data enhancement. Key Responsibilities * Work with a ...

Apex Systems

CINEMATICS CUTSCENE ANIMATOR

Bellevue, WA · On-site

The ideal candidate will work with a cinematic layout artist to create compelling performances through both hand-key animation and motion capture data enhancement. Key Responsibilities * Work with a ...

Ten4

Senior Gaming Animator

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$129K - $148K/yr

College/University Degree in Character Animation or similar * Full comprehension of camera, layout, and stagingS * Self-directed and independent worker Major Plus: * Excellent hand-keyed facial ...

Ten4

Senior Gaming Animator

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$129K - $148K/yr

College/University Degree in Character Animation or similar * Full comprehension of camera, layout, and stagingS * Self-directed and independent worker Major Plus: * Excellent hand-keyed facial ...

Insomniac Games

Senior Cinematic Animator (CONTRACT)

OR · On-site +1

$105K - $120K/yr

... the Animation Director. This role involves driving the cinematic process from script interpretation and scene layout through final implementation in the game engine. Essential Duties and ...

PlayStation Global

Senior Cinematic Animator (CONTRACT)

OR · On-site +1

$105K - $120K/yr

... the Animation Director. This role involves driving the cinematic process from script interpretation and scene layout through final implementation in the game engine. Essential Duties and ...

loyalkaspar

Senior Designer / Animator

New York, NY · On-site

$116K - $132K/yr

Qualifications • 6+ years professional design & animation experience for entertainment brands • ... layout, and typography • Expert knowledge of broadcast show package elements and identity systems ...

loyalkaspar

Senior Designer / Animator

New York, NY · On-site

$116K - $132K/yr

Qualifications 6+ years professional design & animation experience for entertainment brands Mastery ... layout, and typography Expert knowledge of broadcast show package elements and identity systems ...

Insomniac Games

Senior Cinematic Animator (CONTRACT)

$76.92 - $86.06/hr

... the Animation Director. This role involves driving the cinematic process from script interpretation and scene layout through final implementation in the game engine. Essential Duties and ...

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How much do animation layout jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for animation layout in the United States is $41.30, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.55 and $58.41 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an animation layout artist do?

An Animation Layout Artist is responsible for setting up the composition, perspective, and camera angles for scenes in an animated production. They translate storyboards into detailed shot designs, ensuring proper staging and continuity. They also define character placement, background positioning, and camera movements to guide animators and other departments. Their work helps establish the visual storytelling and overall flow of the animation.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an animation layout artist?

An Animation Layout artist is primarily responsible for translating storyboards into detailed scene compositions, establishing camera angles, character placement, and background layouts for each shot. Their day often includes collaborating with directors and animation teams to ensure visual continuity, making technical adjustments to camera movement, and fine-tuning spatial relationships within scenes. They may also address feedback during review sessions and help prepare files for animators and other departments. This role is a critical bridge between story conception and final animation, ensuring the narrative is visually clear and compelling from frame to frame.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the animation layout position, and why are they important?

To excel in Animation Layout, a strong understanding of cinematic composition, perspective, and storytelling principles is essential, often supported by a degree in animation, fine arts, or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard software like Adobe After Effects, Toon Boom Harmony, and Autodesk Maya is highly valued, and knowledge of camera staging in 2D and 3D environments can be a plus. Effective communication, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with directors, animators, and other team members are crucial soft skills. These competencies ensure that key story elements are visually clear and engaging, directly impacting the pacing and flow of animated productions.

Is animation layout art a good career?

Animation layout art is a specialized role that involves designing the staging, composition, and camera angles for animated scenes, requiring strong drawing skills and knowledge of storytelling. It can be a rewarding career with opportunities in film, television, and gaming industries, often requiring proficiency in industry-standard software like Toon Boom or Adobe Animate. Job prospects depend on industry demand, portfolio quality, and experience, with competitive salaries for skilled professionals.
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Infographic showing various Animation Layout job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Internship, 9% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,906 per year, or $41.3 per hour.

Cinematics Director

Cary, NC • On-site

Epic Games
PC Games • 1 - 5K employees
Learn more about Epic Gamesexternal

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

WHAT MAKES US EPIC?
At the core of Epic's success are talented, passionate people. Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment. Whether it's building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences, we're always innovating.
Being Epic means being a part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users. We're constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development.
Cinematic Director, Fortnite Ecosystem - Cinematic Trailers
What We Do
In the Cinematics Team, we are pushing the boundaries of what is possible in realtime. We are in the early stages of this growth in realtime quality work and we are growing quickly and implementing various techniques and ideas to improve what can be done in Unreal Engine. Our team is one of the few at the forefront of delivering innovation, through cinematic quality visuals.
What You'll Do
Epic Games is searching for a collaborative Cinematic Director to join our Fortnite cinematics team who can help craft high-impact trailers and short-form content that connects with the Fortnite audience.
We're looking for a hands-on filmmaker who uses Unreal Engine as a creative tool and is excited to jump into Sequencer to explore, iterate, and build.
Tone matters as much as craft. Strong comedic instincts and a feel for playful, irreverent, character-driven storytelling - someone who understands timing, performance, and visual comedy while still delivering cinematic scale and polish.
This is a highly collaborative role working alongside our existing directors and discipline leads to brainstorm, rapidly pitch, and bring ideas to life. You'll manage multiple trailers simultaneously while incorporating feedback from Marketing, Art Direction, Game Direction, and other partners without compromising the creative intent.
In this role, you will
  • Collaborate with our directors and discipline leads to define the creative vision, story, tone, and visual language for Fortnite cinematic trailers and short-form content.
  • Develop and pitch original story and comedy ideas, taking them from early concept through final delivery.
  • Work hands-on in Unreal Engine 5, building and iterating sequences in Sequencer.
  • Translate scripts and storyboards into compelling shots through composition, camera movement, performance, pacing, and visual comedy.
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously while synthesizing feedback from Marketing, Art Direction, Game Direction, and other creative partners.
  • Partner across Animation, Layout, Lighting, FX, Production, and Technical Art to bring the creative vision to life.
  • Collaborate with the Animation Director on performance and motion capture, and oversee scene assembly in Unreal Engine.
  • Communicate ideas quickly through storyboards, draw-overs, animatics, rip-o-matics, and other visual tools.
  • Explore emerging tools and workflows that help the team iterate quickly and push creative quality.
What we're looking for
  • A portfolio or reel demonstrating short-form directing, character-driven storytelling, strong comedic instincts, and visual storytelling.
  • Directing XP across animation, cinematic trailers, commercials, digital shorts, games, or other short-form entertainment.
  • Strong cinematic fundamentals, including shot design, composition, camera movement, editing, pacing, and performance.
  • Hands-on XP with Unreal Engine and Sequencer; familiarity with Control Rig workflows.
  • A collaborative mindset and comfort developing ideas through brainstorming, rapid iteration, and shared creative ownership.
  • A distinct creative point of view and willingness to challenge assumptions while remaining open to feedback.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt quickly as creative direction and priorities evolve.
  • Ability to communicate creative intent across Animation, Layout, Lighting, FX, and technical teams.

Nice to have
  • Experience directing actors, performance capture, or motion capture sessions.
  • Background in animation, storyboarding, editing, or visual development.
  • Familiarity with modeling, skinning, rigging, or technical art.
  • Interest in emerging animation and filmmaking technologies, including procedural and AI-assisted workflows.
  • Scripting or technical art knowledge, including Python or Blueprints.
EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE
Our intent is to cover all things that are medically necessary and improve the quality of life. We pay 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match. We also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents. Throughout the year we celebrate our employees with events and company-wide paid breaks. We offer unlimited PTO and sick time and recognize individuals for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical.
ABOUT US
Epic Games is a leading interactive entertainment company. For over 30 years we've been making award-winning games and engine technology that empowers others to make visually stunning games and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epic's award-winning Unreal Engine technology not only provides game developers the ability to build high-fidelity, interactive experiences for PC, console, mobile, and VR, it is also a tool being embraced by content creators across a variety of industries such as media and entertainment, automotive, and architectural design. As we continue to build our Engine technology and develop remarkable games, we strive to build teams of world-class talent.
Like what you hear? Come be a part of something Epic!
Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy here.
Note to Recruitment Agencies: Epic does not accept any unsolicited resumes or approaches from any unauthorized third party (including recruitment or placement agencies) (i.e., a third party with whom we do not have a negotiated and validly executed agreement). We will not pay any fees to any unauthorized third party. Further details on these matters can be found here.

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