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Epic Games

Cinematics Animation Director

Cary, NC · On-site

Own the animation direction and quality control for all cinematic animation outsourcing efforts. * Create character-specific animations based on narrative collaborations with cinematic directors ...

Epic Games

Concept Outsource Lead

Cary, NC · On-site

$14.75 - $20.50/hr

Reporting to the individual Art team lead and working with the Outsource Manager, the Concept ... Understanding of other game art disciplines, their workflows, and limitations (animation, character ...

Bonfire Studios

Lead Gameplay Animator

Irvine, CA

Guiding and reviewing external animation partners, maintaining a high craft bar across both internal and outsourced work. * Contributing to studio-wide hiring, onboarding, and team-building efforts ...

Bonfire Studios

Lead Gameplay Animator

Irvine, CA · On-site +1

Guiding and reviewing external animation partners, maintaining a high craft bar across both internal and outsourced work. * Contributing to studio-wide hiring, onboarding, and team-building efforts ...

Epic Games

Senior Technical Animator

Cary, NC · On-site

$98.20K - $112.10K/yr

Direct Technical Animation work for Cinematic trailers, including outsourced and internal trailers * Provide support and optimization for Animation Team, including performance/speed optimizations ...

Stefanini

3D Graphics Designer

Los Angeles, CA

... outsourcing, systems integration, consulting and strategic staffing to Fortune 1000 enterprises ... A good understanding of animation and an eye for motion. * A familiarity with pipeline issues ...

Staffingine LLC

Creative Director

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$191K - $200K/yr

... animators, guiding them to produce high-impact, visually compelling work that brings our brand to ... outsourced work. * Mitigates risk by following established procedures, spotting key errors and ...

Virtusa

iOS Developer

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$50.25 - $69.25/hr

... Data, Core Animation, and Cocoa Pods. • Familiarities in Apple push notifications. • ... Virtusa is a provider of next-gen information technology (IT) consulting and outsourcing services.

Swaybox Studios

Senior CG Lighting Artist

New Orleans, LA · On-site

$122K - $146K/yr

As we collaborate with DC Studios/Warner Bros Pictures Animation and Matt Reeves' 6th and Idaho on ... Work closely with outsource vendors and other CG and comp artists, collaborating on visual looks ...

Flying Bark Productions

Asset Supervisor

Denver, NC · Hybrid

... animation and deformation requirements. * Support and maintain dialogue with other crew members ... Work closely with the client or external vendors when necessary to ensure that outsourced assets ...

Flying Bark Productions

Asset Supervisor

Denver, NC · On-site

... animation and deformation requirements. * Support and maintain dialogue with other crew members ... Work closely with the client or external vendors when necessary to ensure that outsourced assets ...

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How much do animation outsource jobs pay per hour?

As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for animation outsource in the United States is $39.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.88 and $63.94 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Animation Outsource Coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Animation Outsource Coordinator, you need a solid understanding of animation production processes, project management skills, and typically a degree in animation, film, or a related field. Familiarity with animation software (such as Maya or Toon Boom), asset management systems, and production tracking tools is often required. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and cultural sensitivity are crucial soft skills for managing remote teams and diverse vendors. These skills ensure smooth collaboration, on-time delivery, and high-quality animation work across global production pipelines.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in animation outsource roles, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in animation outsource roles often encounter challenges related to communication across different time zones, maintaining consistent quality standards, and aligning creative vision with client expectations. Clear documentation, regular check-ins, and robust feedback loops are essential for overcoming these hurdles. Building strong relationships with both internal teams and external clients also helps to ensure smooth collaboration and project success. Adapting to diverse workflows and being proactive in addressing misunderstandings can greatly enhance efficiency in this role.

What is animation outsourcing?

Animation outsourcing is the process of hiring external studios, artists, or companies to handle some or all aspects of animation production. This approach allows companies to access specialized talent, reduce production costs, and meet tight deadlines by leveraging resources outside their own teams. Animation outsourcing can involve tasks such as 2D or 3D animation, storyboarding, character design, or visual effects. It is commonly used by studios in film, television, gaming, and advertising to streamline workflow and focus on core creative tasks.
Infographic showing various Animation Outsource job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 71% Full Time, 10% Temporary, and 19% Contract. Highlights an 71% In-person, and 29% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $81,974 per year, or $39.4 per hour.

Creature Animator (Outsourcing)

ZeniMax Media

Rockville, MD • On-site

$70K - $155K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Overview
Come join Bethesda Game Studios, the award-winning development team behind Starfield, The Elder Scrolls and Fallout. Bethesda Game Studios strives to offer its employees a well-balanced home and work life by providing competitive salaries, a generous benefits program, and offices located in some of North America's best cities.
With a goal of creating a culture as fun and diverse as our games and our players, we welcome applicants with unique skillsets, experience levels and backgrounds. If you are passionate about making a meaningful contribution to some of the most significant games in the industry we'd love to hear from you!
We will consider candidates for our Bethesda Game Studios location in Rockville, MD.
Responsibilities
Your Daily Life at Bethesda Game Studios
Bethesda Game Studios is looking for an exceptional Creature Animator (Outsourcing) to support creature animation work produced both internally and by external partners, while collaborating closely with artists, programmers, designers, and producers. This role is primarily focused on working with outsourced animation teams, reviewing their work, and ensuring quality and consistency across all delivered assets.
As Creature Animator (Outsourcing), you will...
  • Apply animation principles to evaluate, refine, and ensure the quality of creature animations
  • Work in collaboration with members of the team to address animation needs and requirements for cinematic content and gameplay
  • Partner closely with external animation teams by reviewing outsourced creature animation assets, providing clear, actionable, and technically detailed feedback, and ensuring all delivered work meets Bethesda Game Studios' quality bar
  • Serve as a primary point of support for outsourced creature animation, helping to identify issues, articulate improvements, and maintain a consistent creative vision across teams
  • Actively engage with developers outside of your discipline, creating a positive and productive experience for all involved
  • Assist and provide constructive feedback to other animators
  • Consistently integrate and maintain your work in the game
  • Have opportunities to animate creatures directly, while not being solely focused on hands-on animation full-time
Qualifications
What Makes You S.P.E.C.I.A.L.
  • You have 3+ years of professional or related experience as a Creature Animator
  • You possess outstanding animation skills, displaying a strong understanding of animation principles and the ability to critically evaluate and articulate feedback on animation quality
  • You are detail-oriented and have a strong critical eye
  • You are a highly autonomous, self-motivated team player, comfortable working independently while supporting broader team goals
  • You're great at adapting to change and accept constructive feedback well
  • You possess excellent problem-solving and prototyping skills
  • You have excellent oral and written communication skills, particularly when collaborating with external partners
  • You are proficient working with Maya, 3ds Max or Blender
  • You have a passion for gaming and making GREAT games
  • You are passionate about pushing animation quality to the next level
Preferred Skills
Bonus Skills:
  • You have experience animating on first- and third-person focused games
  • You have animation graph experience
  • You have experience working with motion capture in either Maya or Motion Builder
  • You have experience working closely with AI programmers and Gameplay programmers, understanding the technicalities of game AI and game functionality

Salary Range
Creature Animator (Outsourcing) - The typical base pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $70,000 - $155,000 per year.
ZeniMax has different base pay ranges for different work locations within the United States, which allows us to pay employees competitively and consistently in different geographic markets. The range above reflects the potential base pay across the U.S. for this role; the applicable base pay range will depend on what ultimately is determined to be the candidate's primary work location. Individual base pay depends on various factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. Base pay ranges are reviewed and typically updated each year. Offers are made within the base pay range applicable at the time.
At ZeniMax certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, such as merit increases and discretionary bonuses. These awards are allocated based on individual performance and are not guaranteed. Benefits/perks listed here may vary depending on the nature of employment with ZeniMax and the country work location. U.S.-based employees have access to healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, wellbeing benefits, paid vacation time, paid sick and mental health time, and several paid holidays, among others.
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