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Boncom

Sr. Art Director

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site +1

Partnering with a skilled copywriter, you'll collaborate with both internal teams and external creatives such as photographers, filmmakers, illustrators, animators, and editors to bring ideas to life ...

Warnerbros

Associate Artist, FX

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in 2D/3D animation, graphic design or video games. * Proficient with 2D and 3D software suites, such as Photoshop, Illustrator, 3DS Max, Maya, Zbrush ...

Filevine

Art Director - Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$117K - $122K/yr

Experience with motion design and animation tools (Adobe After Effects, Lottie, or similar) * Familiarity with web design principles, HTML/CSS basics, or working alongside development teams

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How much do animation jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for animation in Draper, UT is $36.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $59.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges animators face in their daily work?

Animators often deal with tight deadlines and the need to revise work multiple times to match client or director feedback, which requires patience and adaptability. The role can involve long periods of focused work at a computer, making time management and attention to ergonomic practices important. Additionally, staying updated with the latest animation techniques and software advancements is crucial for remaining competitive in the field. Collaboration with story artists, designers, and technical teams is also a major part of the job, ensuring each project is cohesive and visually appealing.

What does an Animation job involve?

An Animation job involves creating moving images using computer software or traditional techniques like hand-drawing or stop-motion. Animators develop characters, backgrounds, and special effects for films, video games, advertisements, and digital media. They collaborate with writers, designers, and directors to bring stories to life. Strong artistic skills, creativity, and proficiency in animation software like Adobe Animate or Blender are essential.

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

To thrive in Animation, you need strong artistic abilities, knowledge of animation principles, and typically a degree in animation, fine arts, or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard software such as Adobe After Effects, Maya, Blender, or Toon Boom Harmony is highly desirable, and certification in these can be advantageous. Creativity, attention to detail, time management, and effective collaboration skills help animators excel in team-oriented environments. These abilities are crucial for producing high-quality animations that meet client briefs and project deadlines in this fast-evolving industry.

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Infographic showing various Animation job openings in Draper, UT as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 65% Full Time, 30% Part Time, 3% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 68% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 27% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,633 per year, or $36.8 per hour.
Sr. Art Director

Sr. Art Director

Bonneville Communications

Salt Lake City, UT • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

We use our craft to inspire action and create measurable good in the world, bridging the gap between belief and behavior.

Senior Art Director

About Boncom: Boncom is a strategic marketing and consulting agency that exists ​to solve noble problems, ​promote positive behavior change, and build relevance for good causes. We develop innovative and strategic campaigns, both traditional and digital, and are fortunate to work for great organizations that are cause-oriented and who strive to do good in the world. Our staff comprises exceptionally talented team members who bring these clients' meaningful messages to life.

Position Overview

We're on the hunt for a talented full-time Senior Art Director to craft compelling content for campaigns that make a difference. We're seeking someone with both an eye for design and a head for big ideas. In this role, you'll innovate across a variety of formats-including digital marketing, social media, email, TV, and out-of-home-while meeting our clients' diverse needs. Partnering with a skilled copywriter, you'll collaborate with both internal teams and external creatives such as photographers, filmmakers, illustrators, animators, and editors to bring ideas to life and drive meaningful impact.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Understand, communicate, and develop creative solutions that address specific client goals
  • Prepare and develop presentations to internally and to existing and potential clients
  • Design work for video, outdoor, email, digital ads, social, UX and branding
  • Work effectively with a copywriter
  • Mentor younger creatives
  • Recommend measures to improve work and quality of product
  • Contribute to the creative culture of the agency

Required Qualifications:

  • Demonstrate outstanding creative conceptual and design skills through a portfolio that is clean, smart and visually strong (please include a link to your portfolio when applying)
  • Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite
  • Must have experience working as an Art Director in an Advertising Agency
  • Skills in concepting, design and video
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in advertising, marketing, or a related role, with a proven track record of success in developing and executing effective campaigns.
  • Strategic thinking and adept problem solving

Nice-to-have Qualifications:

  • Experience with and confidence in working with clients. Agency experience a plus
  • Ability to understand, communicate, and develop creative solutions that address specific client goals
  • Experience navigating the complexities of a busy agency with many clients
  • Resourceful and proactive
  • Team player with a positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills
  • Highly effective communication skills (interpersonal, writing, verbal, and presentation)

Great Benefits:

Boncom is a fantastic place to work, with aggressive compensation, a great benefits package, a progressive culture, awesome work environment, great clients and a chance to make a difference in the world through the causes we promote. Benefits and perks of working at Boncom include:

  • Medical, Dental, AD&D, Life, and Vision Insurance
  • 401K (with a company match)
  • Company sponsored retirement program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Charitable donation matching
  • Paid time off and 12 paid holidays
  • Schedule Flexibility
  • Fully stocked kitchen and catering
  • Hybrid working: Tuesdays and Wednesdays work in the office; Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays work remote

We believe that our work, our organization, and each of us as individuals is better when our perspective and worldview is diverse, broad, and empathetic. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Boncom is an equal opportunity employer.

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