Expert knowledge in key frame creature & character animation of Max/Maya using FK and IK in a ... Expertise in knowledge of creature anatomy, motion, weight, acting and timing applied to 3D ...
Expert knowledge in key frame creature & character animation of Max/Maya using FK and IK in a ... Expertise in knowledge of creature anatomy, motion, weight, acting and timing applied to 3D ...
Lead 3D Animator - Virtual Reality
Irvine, CA · On-site +1
Expert knowledge in key frame creature & character animation of Max/Maya using FK and IK in a ... Expertise in knowledge of creature anatomy, motion, weight, acting and timing applied to 3D ...
Lead 3D Animator - Virtual Reality
Irvine, CA · On-site +1
Expert knowledge in key frame creature & character animation of Max/Maya using FK and IK in a ... Expertise in knowledge of creature anatomy, motion, weight, acting and timing applied to 3D ...
3D Character Artist - Talent Pool (N Americas)
Charleston, SC · On-site
$113K - $118K/yr
As a 3D Character Artist , you will play a key role in crafting high-quality characters that bring ... Collaborate with art leads, designers, and animators to ensure characters align with the project ...
3D Character Artist - Talent Pool (N Americas)
Charleston, SC · On-site
$113K - $118K/yr
As a 3D Character Artist , you will play a key role in crafting high-quality characters that bring ... Collaborate with art leads, designers, and animators to ensure characters align with the project ...
3D Character Artist - Talent Pool (N Americas)
Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site
$115K - $121K/yr
As a 3D Character Artist , you will play a key role in crafting high-quality characters that bring ... Collaborate with art leads, designers, and animators to ensure characters align with the project ...
3D Character Artist - Talent Pool (N Americas)
Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site
$115K - $121K/yr
As a 3D Character Artist , you will play a key role in crafting high-quality characters that bring ... Collaborate with art leads, designers, and animators to ensure characters align with the project ...
3D Character Artist - Talent Pool (N Americas)
Fort Lauderdale, FL · Remote
$123K - $130K/yr
As a 3D Character Artist , you will play a key role in crafting high-quality characters that bring ... Collaborate with art leads, designers, and animators to ensure characters align with the project ...
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3D Character Artist - Talent Pool (N Americas)
Fort Lauderdale, FL · Remote
$123K - $130K/yr
As a 3D Character Artist , you will play a key role in crafting high-quality characters that bring ... Collaborate with art leads, designers, and animators to ensure characters align with the project ...
3D Character Artist - Talent Pool (N Americas)
$123K - $130K/yr
As a 3D Character Artist , you will play a key role in crafting high-quality characters that bring ... Collaborate with art leads, designers, and animators to ensure characters align with the project ...
3D Character Artist - Talent Pool (N Americas)
$123K - $130K/yr
As a 3D Character Artist , you will play a key role in crafting high-quality characters that bring ... Collaborate with art leads, designers, and animators to ensure characters align with the project ...
3D Character Artist - Talent Pool (N Americas)
Charleston, SC · On-site
$113K - $118K/yr
As a 3D Character Artist , you will play a key role in crafting high-quality characters that bring ... Collaborate with art leads, designers, and animators to ensure characters align with the project ...
3D Character Artist - Talent Pool (N Americas)
Charleston, SC · On-site
$113K - $118K/yr
As a 3D Character Artist , you will play a key role in crafting high-quality characters that bring ... Collaborate with art leads, designers, and animators to ensure characters align with the project ...
3D Character Artist - Talent Pool (N Americas)
Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site
$115K - $121K/yr
As a 3D Character Artist , you will play a key role in crafting high-quality characters that bring ... Collaborate with art leads, designers, and animators to ensure characters align with the project ...
3D Character Artist - Talent Pool (N Americas)
Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site
$115K - $121K/yr
As a 3D Character Artist , you will play a key role in crafting high-quality characters that bring ... Collaborate with art leads, designers, and animators to ensure characters align with the project ...
3D Character Artist - Talent Pool (N Americas)
Charleston, SC · Remote
$123K - $130K/yr
As a 3D Character Artist , you will play a key role in crafting high-quality characters that bring ... Collaborate with art leads, designers, and animators to ensure characters align with the project ...
Quick apply
3D Character Artist - Talent Pool (N Americas)
Charleston, SC · Remote
$123K - $130K/yr
As a 3D Character Artist , you will play a key role in crafting high-quality characters that bring ... Collaborate with art leads, designers, and animators to ensure characters align with the project ...
Character and Facial Animation Consultant
$60 - $90/hr
... character animator, with character and human performance as a primary area of expertise ... 3D work, layout, previsualization, environments, or visual effects without substantial character ...
Character and Facial Animation Consultant
$60 - $90/hr
... character animator, with character and human performance as a primary area of expertise ... 3D work, layout, previsualization, environments, or visual effects without substantial character ...
Technical Animator
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$90K - $110K/yr
Skilled in 3D character animation for bipedal humanoids, creatures, and organic forms. * Expertly apply animation principles to in-game animation: timing, acting, & body mechanics. * Experience with ...
Technical Animator
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$90K - $110K/yr
Skilled in 3D character animation for bipedal humanoids, creatures, and organic forms. * Expertly apply animation principles to in-game animation: timing, acting, & body mechanics. * Experience with ...
Technical Animator
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$90K - $110K/yr
Skilled in 3D character animation for bipedal humanoids, creatures, and organic forms. * Expertly apply animation principles to in-game animation: timing, acting, & body mechanics. * Experience with ...
Technical Animator
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$90K - $110K/yr
Skilled in 3D character animation for bipedal humanoids, creatures, and organic forms. * Expertly apply animation principles to in-game animation: timing, acting, & body mechanics. * Experience with ...
Technical Animator
$90K - $110K/yr
Skilled in 3D character animation for bipedal humanoids, creatures, and organic forms. * Expertly apply animation principles to in-game animation: timing, acting, & body mechanics. * Experience with ...
Quick apply
Technical Animator
$90K - $110K/yr
Skilled in 3D character animation for bipedal humanoids, creatures, and organic forms. * Expertly apply animation principles to in-game animation: timing, acting, & body mechanics. * Experience with ...
Technical Animator
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$90K - $110K/yr
Skilled in 3D character animation for bipedal humanoids, creatures, and organic forms. * Expertly apply animation principles to in-game animation: timing, acting, & body mechanics. * Experience with ...
Technical Animator
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$90K - $110K/yr
Skilled in 3D character animation for bipedal humanoids, creatures, and organic forms. * Expertly apply animation principles to in-game animation: timing, acting, & body mechanics. * Experience with ...
3D Animation Lead
Denver, NC · On-site +1
... of character animation and storytelling. We are working on exciting projects such as Avatar: The ... The 3D Animation Lead role involves managing and guiding a team of animators on a show, acting as ...
3D Animation Lead
Denver, NC · On-site +1
... of character animation and storytelling. We are working on exciting projects such as Avatar: The ... The 3D Animation Lead role involves managing and guiding a team of animators on a show, acting as ...
Principal 3D Character Artist - Unpublished R&D Product
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$130K - $136K/yr
As aPrincipal 3D Character Artistat Riot, you will bring characters to life by crafting and ... animation friendly * Interpret and push concept designs to the next level while accounting for ...
New
Principal 3D Character Artist - Unpublished R&D Product
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$130K - $136K/yr
As aPrincipal 3D Character Artistat Riot, you will bring characters to life by crafting and ... animation friendly * Interpret and push concept designs to the next level while accounting for ...
New
Principal 3D Character Artist - Unpublished R&D Product
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$130K - $136K/yr
As a Principal 3D Character Artist at Riot, you will bring characters to life by crafting and ... animation friendly * Interpret and push concept designs to the next level while accounting for ...
New
Principal 3D Character Artist - Unpublished R&D Product
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$130K - $136K/yr
As a Principal 3D Character Artist at Riot, you will bring characters to life by crafting and ... animation friendly * Interpret and push concept designs to the next level while accounting for ...
New
Core Qualifications * 4+ years as a hands-on character animator, with human or character ... 3D artists. Layout, previsualization, environment and effects work will not qualify on their own.
Core Qualifications * 4+ years as a hands-on character animator, with human or character ... 3D artists. Layout, previsualization, environment and effects work will not qualify on their own.
Core Qualifications * 4+ years as a hands-on character animator, with human or character ... 3D artists. Layout, previsualization, environment and effects work will not qualify on their own.
Core Qualifications * 4+ years as a hands-on character animator, with human or character ... 3D artists. Layout, previsualization, environment and effects work will not qualify on their own.
Adjunct Faculty - Animation and Production (Evergreen)
Redmond, WA · On-site
$3.8K - $10K/wk
Animation Fundamentals * 3D Character Animation * 3D Character Rigging * Film and Animation History * Other specialized courses in animation and film as needed This is an ongoing posting. For more ...
Adjunct Faculty - Animation and Production (Evergreen)
Redmond, WA · On-site
$3.8K - $10K/wk
Animation Fundamentals * 3D Character Animation * 3D Character Rigging * Film and Animation History * Other specialized courses in animation and film as needed This is an ongoing posting. For more ...
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How much do contract 3d character animator jobs pay per year?
As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract 3d character animator in the United States is $63,866.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,500.00 and $62,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is the difference between Contract 3D Character Animator vs 3D Modeler?
| Aspect | Contract 3D Character Animator | 3D Modeler |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Focus | Animating 3D characters and bringing them to life | Creating and designing 3D models and assets |
| Skills Required | Animation techniques, storytelling, rigging | Modeling, texturing, topology |
| Work Environment | Film, gaming, advertising projects | Game development, film, product visualization |
| Common Certifications | Animation software proficiency (Maya, Blender) | Modeling software proficiency (3ds Max, ZBrush) |
While both roles require expertise in 3D software, Contract 3D Character Animators focus on bringing characters to life through movement and performance, whereas 3D Modelers concentrate on creating detailed models and assets. Both roles often collaborate in the same industry settings, but their core responsibilities differ significantly.
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Lead 3D Animator - Virtual Reality
Irvine, CA • On-site
Immersive Entertainment
Contractor
Re-posted 29 days ago
Job description
Company Description
We create next-generation Virtual Reality Content that represents a new form of entertainment. We bridge the gap between video games and movies, providing a level of immersion, emotional engagement and realism never before seen.
Job Description
- Creation of high quality game animations in collaboration with concept artists and CCO
- Define the animation pipelines for maximum quality and efficiency
- Leading the animation team
- Ensure animation deliverables meet project defined timelines and budgets
- Set quality standards for animation on the project
- Set up a system to share knowledge and techniques across the studio
- Mentoring animators
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in game development
- Expert knowledge in key frame creature & character animation of Max/Maya using FK and IK in a variety of styles
- Expertise in knowledge of creature anatomy, motion, weight, acting and timing applied to 3D animation
- Understanding of game animation practices and standards
- Foundational knowledge of composition, editing and cinematic storytelling
- Exceptional skill in animating realistic creatures
- Create unique and innovative solutions for solving character animation issues
- Experience with both motion capture in key frame techniques
- Excellent communication skills
- Attention to detail
- English language
- Strong team player and leader by example
Additional Information
Pluses
- Shipped AAA PC or console titles as a Senior 3D Animator
- Work experience with Unreal Engine 4
- Understanding the difference between developing for VR compared to traditional game development.
- A passion for developing and playing virtual reality experiences