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Animation Technical Director Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Socket.dev

Information Technology Director

Orlando, FL · On-site

$140 - $210/hr

Direct cybersecurity, risk management, compliance, identity and access management, vulnerability ... technical production, VFX, animation, game development, real-time visualization, immersive ...

NinjaOne

Creative Director

Tampa, FL · On-site +1

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Preferred: * * B2B or SaaS background: you know how to make technical products feel compelling ... Familiarity with video production pipelines, motion, and animation * * Bachelor's in Graphic Design ...

NinjaOne

Creative Director

Tampa, FL · On-site +1

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Preferred: * * B2B or SaaS background: you know how to make technical products feel compelling ... Familiarity with video production pipelines, motion, and animation * * Bachelor's in Graphic Design ...

NinjaOne

Creative Director

Tampa, FL · On-site +1

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Preferred: * * B2B or SaaS background: you know how to make technical products feel compelling ... Familiarity with video production pipelines, motion, and animation * * Bachelor's in Graphic Design ...

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How much do animation technical director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for animation technical director in Florida is $86,320.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,800.00 and $115,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an animation technical director do?

An Animation Technical Director (TD) is responsible for developing and maintaining the technical aspects of animation production. They create tools, scripts, and workflows to streamline animation pipelines and solve technical challenges. TDs collaborate with animators, modelers, and software engineers to optimize performance and ensure seamless integration of assets. Their role is essential in balancing artistic vision with technical efficiency in animated films, TV shows, or video games.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an animation technical director?

To thrive as an Animation Technical Director, you need a strong background in computer graphics, programming (such as Python or C++), and animation pipeline management, often supported by a relevant degree in computer science, animation, or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard software like Maya, Houdini, and proprietary production tools, as well as scripting and shot management systems, is essential. Problem-solving, effective communication, and the ability to collaborate with artists and engineers are key soft skills in this role. These skills ensure the smooth integration of artistic and technical elements, allowing for efficient production pipelines and high-quality animated content.

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Infographic showing various Animation Technical Director job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 71% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 4% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 92% In-person, 4% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,320 per year, or $41.5 per hour.

Intern - AI-Enabled Digital Artist (Graphics, Animation, and Video)

Berriehill Research

Panama City, FL

$13.50 - $17.75/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Are you a college student seeking a rewarding experience with a world-class firm? The ARA Engineering Science Division (ESD) is seeking paid interns available to work part-time (approximately 20 hours per week) year-round. We are looking for highly creative digital artists with strong artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities.

Please note, this is an on-site position in our office in Panama City, FL. No relocation assistance will be provided.

Under direct supervision, you will blend artistic talent with cutting-edge AI tools to produce compelling graphics, animations, and video assets for a wide range of projects. ARA offers the opportunity to work with leading-edge AI technologies in a creative environment that values experimentation and innovation.

What you will do as an AI-enabled digital artist intern:

  • Create high-quality digital artwork, illustrations, motion graphics, and animations.
  • Utilize AI-driven tools and workflows to generate, enhance, and optimize visual assets.
  • Produce video content including short-form, long-form, and AI-assisted video generation.
  • Collaborate with teams to execute visual ideas for marketing, training, product design, and other initiatives.
  • Develop and maintain asset libraries, templates, and AI models used in creative production.

AI-enabled digital artist intern requirements:

  • Currently enrolled in a degree program (associate’s or higher) in graphic design or a related field.
  • Hands-on experience with AI creative tools (e.g., generative image/video models, diffusion tools, AI animation software).
  • Experience with traditional creative software such as Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere Pro), Blender, or similar tools.
  • Understanding of design principles, visual storytelling, color theory, and composition.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.

How to apply:
For full consideration, please include your resume, portfolio, and any AI-generated work samples.

About ARA:

ARA is an employee-owned international research and engineering company recognized for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. The company, founded in Albuquerque, NM, in 1979, currently employs more than 2,200 professionals and continues to grow. ARA offices throughout the United States and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in civil technologies, computer software and simulation, defense technologies, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement. The corporation also provides sophisticated technical products for pavement analysis, environmental site characterization, and robotics.

At ARA, employees are our greatest assets. The corporation realizes that employee ownership spawns greater creativity and initiative along with higher performance and customer satisfaction levels. ARA gives its employees the tools, training, and opportunities to take more active roles as owners. The culture is challenging; innovation and experimentation are the norm. Employees are eligible for contributions which not only add to the company’s success, but also their own through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The motto, “Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit” sums up the ARA experience.

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