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Aquent

Motion & Character Designer

Glendale, CA · On-site

$58.60 - $65.11/hr

In this pivotal role, you'll be at the forefront of defining how animation behaves inside our ... Good written communication skills for clear documentation and collaboration. * Self-starter ...

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As of Jun 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for animation writer in California is $38.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.46 and $46.49 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Animation Writers often work closely with directors, storyboard artists, and producers, which requires balancing the original script vision with feedback and practical production constraints. Tight deadlines, evolving story needs, and coordinating with multiple team members can present creative and logistical challenges. Flexibility and openness to revision are essential, as scripts often undergo several drafts to match animation timing, character development, and visual storytelling. This collaborative process is rewarding and helps ensure the final product is both narratively compelling and feasible for animation.

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

To thrive as an Animation Writer, you need strong storytelling skills, an understanding of visual narrative, and preferably a background in creative writing or screenwriting. Familiarity with industry-standard scriptwriting software like Final Draft or Celtx, and knowledge of animation production pipelines is highly beneficial. Excellent communication, collaboration, and adaptability help writers work effectively with artists, directors, and other creative professionals. These skills are important to craft engaging scripts that align with the animation's visual style and production requirements.

What does an Animation Writer do?

An Animation Writer creates scripts, dialogue, and storylines for animated films, TV shows, or web series. They collaborate with directors, animators, and producers to develop engaging narratives that align with the project's tone and audience. Their job includes writing episode scripts, crafting character arcs, and sometimes contributing to world-building. Strong storytelling skills and an understanding of animation formats are essential for success in this role.

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Infographic showing various Animation Writer job openings in California as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 23% Full Time, and 77% Part Time. Highlights an 92% In-person, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $79,940 per year, or $38.4 per hour.

Movies Features Writer Intern Unpaid Remote

mxdwn Entertainment

Alhambra, CA • Remote

Other

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Company Description

mxdwn is an online music and entertainment magazine with news, reviews and features about the latest and best in modern entertainment.

Job Description

If you live and breathe movies and love talking about movies, filmmaking, and storytelling, this is the place for you. Editorial writers are expected to be highly interactive with the critical conversation surrounding industry trends, pieces of movie news, and (especially) new and recent releases. 

We are a young and growing company, meaning there is lots of opportunity for your voice to be heard, but please note that this also means there is little to no budget. We do provide press access where we are able, but this is an UNPAID position. 

We Should Talk More If... 

  • You love movies and love talking about movies. 

  • You're excited by ideas and want to drive conversation surrounding movies and movie industry news. 

  • You have demonstrable writing experience, including experience reviewing movies. Please send us two samples or direct links to samples of your best work. Applications without writing samples will not be considered. 

  • You're awesome at internet research and know how to find reputable information about anything in just a few minutes. 

  • You're familiar with the film industry as a whole and understand running industry trends. 

We'll Be Extra Excited If... 

  • You've worked in the film industry or have prior experience covering the movies. 

  • You know and/or are connected with a particular subsection of the film industry (like if you're the Lion King of all things Disney animation). 

  • You're familiar with things like Wordpress, Google Drive, Slack, and really basic HTML. 

  • You've got a track record of developing unique feature and opinion content. 

  • You can break down a movie and explain complex filmmaking decisions to a lay audience. 

Please tell us about yourself and submit a resume and two recent movie editorials with the subject line "Features Writer" followed by the name of your favorite character from Star Wars so we know that you've read and understand all of the above posting and you are not a robot (although C-3PO and R2-D2 are still acceptable answers). 

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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