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Contract 2D Animation Rigging Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Artist Principal Lead

Chicago, IL ยท On-site

$130K - $156K/yr

Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Arts, 2D Animation, Motion Graphics, or similar discipline preferred ... Possesses understanding of 3D modeling, texturing, rigging, and animation. * Demonstrated ability ...

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Artist Principal Lead

Chicago, IL

$130K - $156K/yr

Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Arts, 2D Animation, Motion Graphics, or similar discipline preferred ... Possesses understanding of 3D modeling, texturing, rigging, and animation. Demonstrated ability to ...

Artist Principal Lead

Chicago, IL ยท On-site

$130K - $156K/yr

Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Arts, 2D Animation, Motion Graphics, or similar discipline preferred ... Possesses understanding of 3D modeling, texturing, rigging, and animation. Demonstrated ability to ...

Senior Motion Designer (Remote)

New York, NY ยท Remote

$116K - $132K/yr

Freelance Senior Motion Graphics Designer (2D) We are looking for a Senior 2D Motion Specialist to ... Project LeadershipGuide contract talent and junior animators, offering concise visual feedback to ...

Create 2D and/or 3D animations for marketing, product, and brand storytelling * Develop motion graphics for videos, product demos, social media, web, and presentations * Collaborate with marketing ...

Artist Principal Lead

Chicago, IL ยท On-site

$130K - $156K/yr

Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Arts, 2D Animation, Motion Graphics, or similar discipline preferred ... Possesses understanding of 3D modeling, texturing, rigging, and animation. * Demonstrated ability ...

$25K - $40K/mo

Ability to utilize motion capture data and hand key animation to create believable characters ... Rigging teams, to resolve issues and achieve project goals.* Other duties may be assigned*

Senior Gameplay Animator (CONTRACT)

OR ยท On-site +1

$105K - $120K/yr

Ability to utilize motion capture data and hand key animation to create believable characters ... Rigging teams, to resolve issues and achieve project goals. * Other duties may be assigned ...

Have a strong sense of animatics and storyboarding for 2D/3D animation * Ability to work well with ... by law, regulation or contracts. In order to ensure L&W complies with its regulatory and ...

Have a strong sense of animatics and storyboarding for 2D/3D animation * Ability to work well with ... by law, regulation or contracts. In order to ensure L&W complies with its regulatory and ...

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Have a strong sense of animatics and storyboarding for 2D/3D animation * Ability to work well with ... by law, regulation or contracts. In order to ensure L&W complies with its regulatory and ...

Have a strong sense of animatics and storyboarding for 2D/3D animation * Ability to work well with ... by law, regulation or contracts. In order to ensure L&W complies with its regulatory and ...

In regards to a contract job with one of our client in Torrance, CA. They are looking for a FLASH1 ... Qualified candidate must be competent in compiling 2D/3D illustration sequences, video, web and ...

Autodesk 3DS Max Tutor

MN ยท Remote

$40/hr

... animation, rigging, rendering with Arnold and V-Ray, particle systems, and scene management ... Varsity Tutors does not contract in: Alaska, California, Colorado, Delaware, Hawaii, Maine, New ...

... animation, rigging, rendering with Arnold and V-Ray, particle systems, and scene management ... Varsity Tutors does not contract in: Alaska, California, Colorado, Delaware, Hawaii, Maine, New ...

... animation, rigging, rendering with Arnold and V-Ray, particle systems, and scene management ... Varsity Tutors does not contract in: Alaska, California, Colorado, Delaware, Hawaii, Maine, New ...

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How much do contract 2d animation rigging jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract 2d animation rigging in the United States is $26.18, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $28.61 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract 2D Animation Rigging vs Contract 2D Character Design?

AspectContract 2D Animation RiggingContract 2D Character Design
Primary FocusCreating and setting up rigs for 2D characters to enable animationDesigning and illustrating characters for 2D animation projects
Skills RequiredRigging techniques, anatomy, software like Spine or Toon BoomDrawing, character concept development, illustration skills
Work EnvironmentAnimation studios, freelance projects, post-productionAnimation studios, freelance, concept art firms
Common CertificationsNone mandatory, but knowledge of animation software beneficialArt degrees or illustration certifications often preferred

Contract 2D Animation Rigging focuses on preparing characters for animation by creating rigs, while Contract 2D Character Design involves developing the visual look and personality of characters. Both roles require artistic skills, but rigging emphasizes technical setup, whereas character design emphasizes creative illustration.

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Infographic showing various Contract 2D Animation Rigging job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 91% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,445 per year, or $26.2 per hour.

Artist Principal Lead

Chicago, IL โ€ข On-site

International Game Technology
Traveler Accommodationย โ€ขย 1 - 5K employees

$130K - $156K/yr

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IGT, where innovation meets entertainment on a global scale! From the casino floor to your mobile screen, we deliver thrilling, responsible, and unforgettable gaming experiencesโ€”powered by worldโ€‘class content, strong technical and commercial capabilities and nurtured by a culture of collaboration, accountability, and ownership.


Whether itโ€™s spinning reels, placing bets, or enabling secure payments, we turn innovation into impact through disciplined execution and longโ€‘term value creation. With a team of over 6,000 employees across 30+ countries and products delivered in more than 100 jurisdictions worldwide, we operate at scale while staying closely connected to customers we serve. If youโ€™re ready to bring your talent to a team shaping the future of entertainment, your next big move starts here - www.igt.com .


Responsibilities

  • Exercises discretion and independent judgement overseeing and directing all aspects of assigned projects, including art, layout design, product design, art production, art prototyping, logos, typography, concepting, character development, and animation.

  • Customarily and regularly establishes the art development and production goals and objectives for assigned projects; commits to project timelines, key development milestones, and costs.

  • Manages collaboration with crossโ€‘functional teams and leadership in determining deliverables and schedules.

  • Customarily and regularly manages escalated problems and research creative solutions.

  • Responsible for creating digital art and assets that can be shared in a team environment.

  • Exercise discretion and independent judgment setting and communicating the creative direction, accounting for Company, regulatory, and customer requirements.

  • Thoroughly reviews art and approves concepts; facilitates and prioritizes responses to feedback, adjusts art direction and operating plans in response to findings.

  • Responsible for identifying and implementing feedback to enhance products while meeting deadlines.

  • Prepares or oversees the preparation of project staffing estimates and manages project status and skills requirements throughout, ensuring appropriate resource levels and mix of competencies among staff.

  • Serves as a subject matter expert to internal teams, sharing industry best practices and tools.

  • Actively works to gain a deeper understanding of internal products and stays abreast of industry best practices and trends.

  • Customarily and regularly works on complex problems and provides creative solutions that can be implemented across departments.

  • Customarily and regularly coordinates and assigns team member responsibilities and goals, while supporting a collaborative, open, and supportive work environment.

  • Customarily and regularly directs the work and manages the personal issues of direct report employees including recruiting, hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, coaching, and developing staff; recommends or initiates promotions, transfers, and disciplinary action.

  • Responsible for developing internal trainings.

  • Performs other related duties as assigned.


Qualifications

Education / Certification:



  • Bachelorโ€™s Degree in Graphic Arts, 2D Animation, Motion Graphics, or similar discipline preferred or a combination of education and equivalent work experience in a related field.


Job Knowledge / Minimum Work Experience:



  • 8-12 yearsโ€™ industry experience and project experience in 2D illustration, graphic design, 3D, and/or generalist skills desirable.

  • Extensive knowledge of file organization and etiquette.

  • Possesses an advanced 2D and/or 3D portfolio demonstrating a wide range of styles and attention to detail.

  • Knowledge of advanced animation principles, fundamentals, and techniques.

  • Possesses understanding of 3D modeling, texturing, rigging, and animation.

  • Demonstrated ability to convert art and development trends into actionable directives.

  • Demonstrated thorough knowledge of industry product design with advanced understanding of user psychology and product mechanics.

  • Advanced knowledge of product development technology, including delivery structures and optimization.

  • Demonstrated success leading projects and processes.

  • Demonstrated problem solving ability, solving for complex issues, and maintaining stakeholder vision.

  • Proven success leading and supervising diverse teams.


Computer / Technical Skills:



  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

  • Advanced proficiency with asset management and tools.

  • Substantial knowledge of product management practices.

  • Advanced Adobe product skills with an emphasis on Photoshop, After Effects, and Illustrator.

  • Demonstrated a wide range of traditional art skills, including drawing, painting, composition, typography, graphic design, UX, and animation.


Keys to Success

IGT is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace that reflects the global communities and customers we serve. We strive to create an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered.


IGT is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. This commitment applies to all employment practices, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and termination.


We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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