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Animation Mentor Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

teamLFG

OR

Assume primary ownership of broad character animation deliverables, including locomotion, abilities, interactions, and emotes * Mentor other animators about animation style and implementation

ARTHREX

Technical Artist III- UI/UX (REMOTE)

OR · Remote

$126K - $151K/yr

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Including incorporating models, animations, VFX, graphics, audio, video clips and other graphic ... Mentors lower-level personnel. Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree preferred. 5 years of ...

teamLFG

OR

$120K - $126K/yr

Build and manage the Technical Art team, including mentoring and management of internal Tech ... animators & designers to inform these decisions * Create custom tools to enhance the game's visual ...

LAIKA

Sr Apple Systems Engineer

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

$113K - $155K/yr

General Summary LAIKA is a world-renowned stopmotion animation studio known for groundbreaking ... Provide technical guidance and mentorship tojuniorengineersandsystem administrators. Qualifications ...

Gametime United

Front End Engineer (Senior and Staff)

OR · On-site +1

$122K - $168K/yr

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You'll be expected to drive technical decisions, mentor other engineers, and partner directly with ... animation. * Comfortable with frontend testing: unit, integration, and end-to-end (Jest, React ...

PlayStation Global

OR · On-site

Build a culture of performance, development, and mentorship across the organization. * Serve as a ... Strong understanding of multidisciplinary development workflows (animation, level design, AI ...

Rushdown Studios

Lead Gameplay Systems Engineer

OR · On-site +1

$145K - $165K/yr

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Professional experience leading a team, either through direct leadership or mentorship of less ... animation, game design, and narrative design). * Understanding of various Unreal Engine ...

Slayden

Senior VDC Engineer

Central Point, OR · Hybrid

$106K - $139K/yr

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Create 3D visualizations, renderings, and animations using TwinMotion (or equivalent real-time ... Mentor junior VDC/BIM staff and provide training on software tools, workflows, and industry best ...

Slayden

Senior VDC Engineer

Central Point, OR · Hybrid

$106K - $139K/yr

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Create 3D visualizations, renderings, and animations using TwinMotion (or equivalent real-time ... Mentor junior VDC/BIM staff and provide training on software tools, workflows, and industry best ...

MWH

Senior VDC Engineer

Central Point, OR · On-site

$106K - $139K/yr

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  • Retirement

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Create 3D visualizations, renderings, and animations using TwinMotion (or equivalent real-time ... Mentor junior VDC/BIM staff and provide training on software tools, workflows, and industry best ...

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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for animation mentor in Oregon is $41.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.12 and $67.60 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Animation Mentor?

An Animation Mentor is an experienced animator who guides and supports aspiring animators by providing feedback, industry insights, and technical advice. They help students improve their animation skills, understand industry best practices, and develop a strong portfolio. Mentors often work with individuals or groups in structured programs, online courses, or studio training sessions. Their goal is to bridge the gap between learning and professional animation work by offering real-world expertise and constructive critique.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Animation Mentor?

To thrive as an Animation Mentor, you need advanced animation expertise, a strong portfolio, and prior teaching or industry experience, often supported by a degree in animation or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard tools such as Autodesk Maya, Adobe Creative Suite, and animation review platforms is typically expected. Exceptional communication, patience, and the ability to give constructive feedback are standout soft skills in this position. These skills are crucial for effectively guiding and inspiring aspiring animators, fostering their technical growth, and preparing them for careers in animation.

What are the most common challenges an Animation Mentor may face, and how are they addressed?

Animation Mentors often encounter challenges such as supporting diverse skill levels among students, adapting teaching styles to various learning needs, and staying up-to-date with evolving animation techniques. Addressing these challenges involves a combination of clear, flexible instruction methods, ongoing professional development, and open communication with mentees. Many mentors collaborate closely with other instructors, participate in industry workshops, and leverage online resources to continuously enhance their mentoring effectiveness. Successfully navigating these challenges not only improves the mentees’ learning experience but also contributes to the mentor’s own professional growth and satisfaction.

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Staff Gameplay Animator

teamLFG

OR

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Are you on a mission to create games that bond players together into deeply invested communities? Would you like to work on something comedic with lighthearted and whimsical characters? Do you think a lot about how well-crafted animations create satisfying feedback for players, or how to achieve quality character animation within real time constraints? Come join us at teamLFG!

We are looking for someone that is excited about the creative art of animation and the technical challenge of turning that animation into world class action gameplay. As a Staff Animator on teamLFG, you will be involved in all stages of gameplay animation from the initial concept of character movement to the creation of final animation. Most importantly, you will work with a fun, diverse, cross-discipline team devoted to building a new universe from scratch on a new franchise at PlayStation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Create high-quality animation content and implement it in a game engine with minimal oversight

  • Collaborate with Design to create compelling player experiences
  • Assume primary ownership of broad character animation deliverables, including locomotion, abilities, interactions, and emotes
  • Mentor other animators about animation style and implementation
  • Collaborate with production to cost out animation work and deliver animation on schedule
  • Collaborate with Art Direction and Animation Leadership to set Animation Style and Quality bars
  • Document animation workflows and best practices

REQUIRED SKILLS

  • Ability to keyframe stylized gameplay animation, as shown by examples of professional or personal work
  • Extensive experience with character animation in Maya
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment
  • Experience with animation systems in Unreal Engine
  • A strong command of animation principles and the ability to apply them within a player experience focused game
  • Ability to problem-solve and drive creative solutions when given ambiguous problems

NICE TO HAVE SKILLS

  • Fighting game animation experience
  • Experience animating to a MOBA style camera
  • Live Service game animation experience

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