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Leland

Animation & CGI Coach

$108K - $123K/yr

Ideal candidates have significant professional experience in animation or CGI (studio, freelance, or a combination), prior mentoring or teaching experience, and a clear, structured approach to ...

Prosum

QA Automation Engineer

Glendale, CA · On-site

Pixar Animation Studios; Disneynature; Marvel Studios; and Touchstone Pictures, the banner under which live-action films from DreamWorks Studios are distributed. The Disney Music Group encompasses ...

Prosum

QA Automation Engineer

Glendale, CA · On-site

Pixar Animation Studios; Disneynature; Marvel Studios; and Touchstone Pictures, the banner under which live-action films from DreamWorks Studios are distributed. The Disney Music Group encompasses ...

Bonfire Studios

Lead Gameplay Animator

Irvine, CA

Contributing to studio-wide hiring, onboarding, and team-building efforts to grow and strengthen the animation discipline. * Fostering accountability and self-sufficiency, empowering the team to ...

IGT

Animator IV

Reno, NV · On-site +1

$105K - $120K/yr

Play and evaluate games in studio test environments, Unity builds, and standalone game versions, providing constructive feedback to elevate animation quality and player impact. * Innovate new ...

The Mill

Designer/Animator

Chicago, IL · On-site

We are currently looking for an experienced Designer/Animator to join our New York studio. The role of The Mill Designer/Animator is to work with his or her fellow Designers, Senior Designers, and ...

Weekday AI

Character and Facial Animation Consultant

$60 - $90/hr

Verifiable credits on two or more feature films, animated productions, or AAA game cinematics produced by recognized studios. * Direct experience with facial animation and/or performance capture ...

Bonfire Studios

Lead Gameplay Animator

Irvine, CA · On-site +1

Contributing to studio-wide hiring, onboarding, and team-building efforts to grow and strengthen the animation discipline. * Fostering accountability and self-sufficiency, empowering the team to ...

The Mill

Designer/Animator

Chicago, IL · On-site

We are currently looking for an experienced Designer/Animator to join our New York studio. The role of The Mill Designer/Animator is to work with his or her fellow Designers, Senior Designers, and ...

Progressive Gaming

Animator IV

Reno, NV · On-site +1

$105K - $120K/yr

Play and evaluate games in studio test environments, Unity builds, and standalone game versions, providing constructive feedback to elevate animation quality and player impact. * Innovate new ...

AGBO

Expression of Interest - Animator

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

The studio's projects include Academy Award-winning Everything Everywhere All at Once , Netflix ... This role will help lead the development of animation assets to support the execution of the ...

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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for animation studio in the United States is $171,000.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $171,000.00 and $171,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Animation Studio job involves creating visual content using 2D or 3D animation techniques for film, television, advertisements, video games, or digital media. Professionals in an animation studio may work as animators, storyboard artists, modelers, or visual effects specialists. These roles require creativity, technical skills, and proficiency in animation software like Maya, Blender, or After Effects. The job can involve collaborating with directors, writers, and designers to bring stories and characters to life.

What is the typical workflow and team structure like in an animation studio?

In an animation studio, projects usually move through a well-defined pipeline that includes concept development, storyboarding, modeling, texturing, animating, and post-production. Team members often specialize in different areas such as character design, background art, animation, and compositing, working together under the guidance of a director or project manager. Daily work involves regular check-ins, creative reviews, and close collaboration to ensure consistency and timely progress. This structure supports creativity while maintaining organization, enabling the studio to deliver polished content efficiently and effectively.

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

To thrive in an Animation Studio, individuals typically need strong artistic skills, proficiency in animation principles, and a background in digital media or related fields. Familiarity with industry-standard software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Toon Boom Harmony, or Autodesk Maya is essential, and formal education in animation or visual arts is often preferred. Teamwork, creative problem-solving, and effective communication are valuable soft skills that set candidates apart. These abilities are crucial for producing high-quality animations, meeting client deadlines, and ensuring smooth collaboration within a creative team.

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Infographic showing various Animation Studio job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 70% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $171,000 per year, or $82.2 per hour.

Manager, Finance - Studio Content Operations/AI

FOX News Network, LLC

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago

Fox News rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

42nd of 78 rated media

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
FOX Entertainment
With a legacy spanning more than 35 years, FOX Entertainment is one of the world's most recognizable media brands and a prolific content producer across its iconic broadcast network and both owned and third-party streaming platforms. Known for its independent, innovative spirit and provocative, groundbreaking storytelling, the company was reinvented in 2019 with the formation of FOX Entertainment. While maintaining its leadership in broadcast television (9-1-1: Lone Star, The Simpsons, The Cleaning Lady, Hell's Kitchen, LEGO Masters), the company is actively building a portfolio of businesses and library of owned original content. To date, FOX Entertainment's long-term growth strategy has included the acquisitions of award-winning animation studio Bento Box Entertainment (Bob's Burgers, The Great North, Krapopolis, Grimsburg), entertainment platform TMZ, and global production studio MarVista Entertainment (The Way Home, Rescuing Christmas), as well as the formation of the culinary and lifestyle content venture Studio Ramsay Global (Next Level Chef, Gordon Ramsay's Food Stars) in partnership with Gordon Ramsay. The company also established its in-house unscripted studio FOX Alternative Entertainment (The Masked Singer, Snake Oil, I Can See Your Voice, Name That Tune), FOX Entertainment Studios (Animal Control) to develop scripted content, and worldwide content sales unit FOX Entertainment Global.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Fox Entertainment is looking for a Manager of Finance with solid project management, analytical, communication, and organizational skills. This position, while reporting to Studio Finance, will work closely with the Studio Content Operations and AI teams and will be responsible for Financial Planning & Modeling, Cost Management & Reporting, identifying cost efficiencies, providing oversight over shared technology and assets and providing financial support for business systems and internal platforms.
Regular, on-site attendance at the workplace for a minimum of four (4) days per week is an essential function of the position. The selected candidate must be able to reliably meet this requirement.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Support cost tracking, analysis, and reporting across Tech Ops/SCO/AI activities, including labor, production services, technology, and infrastructure
  • Support cost planning and tracking for post-production infrastructure and storage, including shared environments and new deployments
  • Support and increasingly inform scenario analysis and investment evaluation for new initiatives, tooling, and operational changes
  • Support and help evolve financial management of shared technology investments (creative tools, licensing, platforms), including allocation modeling across multiple stakeholders (Marketing, Studio, partners, title vs non-title)
  • Partner with operations and finance teams to ensure accurate project setup, labor coding, and payroll alignment across Network and Studio productions
  • Help shape and maintain labor models and planning frameworks, including support for evolving internal labor structures and internal allocations
  • Help build and refine allocation models and reporting frameworks for cross-functional initiatives
  • Contribute to and help drive operational planning and budgeting processes, building financial models that reflect real-world workflows and resource needs
  • Assist in coordinating with procurement teams to ensure PO alignment and financial visibility across shared usage
  • Assist in financial oversight of production services and inventory operations, including equipment procurement, rentals, repairs, and logistics, ensuring proper cost allocation and bill coding
  • Partner cross-functionally to enhance cost visibility and consistency across vendor spend, invoicing, and shared services
  • Partner with sourcing and legal teams to help align financial structures with contract terms, usage models, and scaling needs
  • Provide financial support for business systems and internal platforms, including tracking spend for consultants, contractors, and integrations
  • Identify and help drive improvements in cost efficiency, resource planning, and financial processes, contributing to more informed operational and investment decisions over time

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
  • 3+ years of experience in finance, accounting, FP&A, production finance, or similar
  • Experience working cross-functionally with operations, production, or technical teams
  • Strong financial modeling, budgeting, and cost analysis skills
  • Solid understanding of US GAAP accounting principles
  • Familiarity with project-based financial tracking, cost allocation, and reporting
  • Ability to synthesize data and communicate clear, actionable insights in a fast-paced environment
  • Demonstrated ability to support operational planning or investment decision-making through financial analysis

NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER
  • Experience in media/entertainment, with exposure to production finance
  • Experience with resource planning, cost allocation, or shared services models
  • Understanding of both production and corporate finance
  • Exposure to technology, infrastructure, or vendor-based cost environments
  • MBA or advanced degree
  • CPA or equivalent

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $110,000.00-116,000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
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