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Bolt Graphics

Screenwriter (Contract)

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$60/hr

... and Gaming. Our technology enables creatives to render photo realistically in real-time ... Craft an engaging story that leverages stylized animation to convey important adult themes

Russell Tobin

UX Animator

San Mateo, CA · On-site

UX Animator (Only W2, no C2C/1099) San Francisco, CA - Hybrid 6-months contract role Overview The ... Understanding of gaming UX principles and interactive flow design (preferred) * Ability to ...

Russell Tobin

UX Animator

Sunnyvale, CA

UX Animator (Only W2, no C2C/1099) San Francisco, CA - Hybrid 6-months contract role Overview The ... Understanding of gaming UX principles and interactive flow design (preferred) * Ability to ...

Russell Tobin

UX Animator

Hayward, CA · On-site

UX Animator (Only W2, no C2C/1099) San Francisco, CA - Hybrid 6-months contract role Overview The ... Understanding of gaming UX principles and interactive flow design (preferred) * Ability to ...

Russell Tobin

UX Animator

San Francisco, CA

UX Animator (Only W2, no C2C/1099) San Francisco, CA - Hybrid 6-months contract role Overview The ... Understanding of gaming UX principles and interactive flow design (preferred) * Ability to ...

Russell Tobin

UX Animator

Mundelein, IL

UX Animator (Only W2, no C2C/1099) San Francisco, CA - Hybrid 6-months contract role Overview The ... Understanding of gaming UX principles and interactive flow design (preferred) * Ability to ...

Russell Tobin

UX Animator

Santa Clara, CA

UX Animator (Only W2, no C2C/1099) San Francisco, CA - Hybrid 6-months contract role Overview The ... Understanding of gaming UX principles and interactive flow design (preferred) * Ability to ...

Russell Tobin

UX Animator

Alameda, CA · On-site

UX Animator (Only W2, no C2C/1099) San Francisco, CA - Hybrid 6-months contract role Overview The ... Understanding of gaming UX principles and interactive flow design (preferred) * Ability to ...

Russell Tobin

UX Animator

Fremont, CA

UX Animator (Only W2, no C2C/1099) San Francisco, CA - Hybrid 6-months contract role Overview The ... Understanding of gaming UX principles and interactive flow design (preferred) * Ability to ...

Russell Tobin

UX Animator

Santa Rosa, CA

UX Animator (Only W2, no C2C/1099) San Francisco, CA - Hybrid 6-months contract role Overview The ... Understanding of gaming UX principles and interactive flow design (preferred) * Ability to ...

Russell Tobin

UX Animator

Sonoma, CA · On-site

UX Animator (Only W2, no C2C/1099) San Francisco, CA - Hybrid 6-months contract role Overview The ... Understanding of gaming UX principles and interactive flow design (preferred) * Ability to ...

Russell Tobin

UX Animator

San Jose, CA · On-site

UX Animator (Only W2, no C2C/1099) San Francisco, CA - Hybrid 6-months contract role Overview The ... Understanding of gaming UX principles and interactive flow design (preferred) * Ability to ...

Paramount

VP Business & Legal Affairs

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$225K - $275K/yr

OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIES The Vice President, Business & Legal Affairs, Gaming & Animation, will ... technology contracts and advise senior leaders on legal, regulatory and business matters for ...

Paramount

VP Business & Legal Affairs

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$225K - $275K/yr

OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIES The Vice President, Business & Legal Affairs, Gaming & Animation, will ... technology contracts and advise senior leaders on legal, regulatory and business matters for ...

Sunblink

Marketing Artist (Contract)

Boulder, CO · On-site

$131K - $157K/yr

Collaborate with marketing and art leadership to ensure alignment with brand guidelines and game ... Experience breaking down 2D assets into clean layered pieces ready for use in animation software ...

ArenaNet LLC

Senior Technical UI Artist (Contract)

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$143K - $171K/yr

We are looking for a Contract Senior Technical UI Artist to support development of our upcoming ... animations, transitions, and visual effects * Partner with engineers to integrate existing gameplay ...

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How much do contract game animation jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract game animation in the United States is $149,118.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $155,000.00 and $155,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Game Animation vs Contract 3D Modeler?

AspectContract Game AnimationContract 3D Modeler
Required SkillsAnimation software, storytelling, riggingModeling software, sculpting, texturing
Work EnvironmentGame studios, freelance projectsGame studios, freelance projects
Industry UsageHigh in game development, animation studiosHigh in asset creation, game development

Contract Game Animators focus on creating animated sequences, character movements, and rigging for games, emphasizing storytelling and motion. Contract 3D Modelers specialize in building detailed 3D assets, characters, and environments. While both roles often work within the same industry and environment, their core skills and deliverables differ, with animation centered on movement and modeling on asset creation.

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Senior UI Technical Game Designer (CONTRACT)

Senior UI Technical Game Designer (CONTRACT)

Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE)

San Mateo, CA

$59.55 - $107.20/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Why Sony Interactive Entertainment?

Sony Interactive Entertainment isn't just the Best Place to Play - it's also the Best Place to Work. Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) is the company behind the PlayStation brand. As a subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation, we're part of a proud legacy of innovation and excellence. SIE is a dynamic technology company, delivering cutting-edge hardware and network services to more than 100 million people and an entertainment leader, home to some of the most beloved and recognizable intellectual properties (IP) in the world. Our role at SIE is to create and nurture the experiences under the PlayStation brand, a name synonymous with entertainment excellence and creativity.

CONTRACT ROLE

San Diego Studio seeks a highly skilled User Interface Technical Designer to build and support our game's front-end user interfaces. Here, you will partner with interface artists by using redlines and mock-ups to develop and implement flexible interface systems. Occasionally, tasks may include some ambiguity, so we seek designers able to consider the entire picture and eager to overcome complex tasks. If this is you, please apply.

Responsibilities:

  • Implement interface screens pixel-perfect to mock-ups and redlines crafted by interface artists.
  • Work alongside UI Artists and Game Designers to ensure mock-ups are technically feasible.
  • Collaborate with the engineering team to put in place data contracts for screen development.
  • Assist building wireframes or mock-ups as the opportunities arise.

Qualifications:

  • Professional work history developing user interfaces for video games (or related) and work within UI frameworks.
  • Strong technical skills and the knowledge of the industry's newest technology, workflows and software.
  • Basic knowledge of software programming's standard methodologies and terminology.
  • Experience working on AAA console games or mobile experiences.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, able to clearly explain technical requirements.
  • Ability to produce high quality work quickly within strict deadlines and time constraints.
  • Ability to iterate and adapt to feedback from design and playtest results.

Nice to have:

  • Familiarity with C++ or other programming languages
  • Knowledge of animation standard methodologies.
  • Multi-platform experience developing for mobile or responsive web.
  • Intermediate knowledge of Figma and Photoshop.
  • Strong understanding of user experiences, including UX, design, animation, art and tooling.

At SIE, working with our partners, we consider several factors when setting each role's base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.
Please note that the individual base pay range may vary based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
In addition, this role is eligible for benefit offerings that include medical, dental, and vision. Click hereto learn more.

The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below, this is an hourly rate.
$59.55-$107.20 USD

Please note, Sony Interactive Entertainment conducts background checks at the offer stage for all new employees (which may include criminal background checks for some roles) and will need to process personal information to support these checks.

Please refer to ourCandidate Privacy Noticefor more information about what personal information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and your data protection rights.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.

We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.

Sony Interactive Entertainment is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

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