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Sony Pictures Animation

Character Designer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$59.16 - $72/hr

Working with the Director, Art Director, and other creative leads, you will explore multiple looks ... Sony Pictures Animation is a pre-production animation studio based in Los Angeles, California ...

AGBO

Expression of Interest - Animator

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

... by the Director and Leads. * Work closely with technical animation and other stakeholders to ... Qualifications & Skills: * 5+ years of experience in feature-style projects or video game ...

New Venture

Technology Director

Santa Monica, CA

Work closely with Game Director, Animation Director, Art Director and other members of the development team to plan tech requirements and implementation and assist with problem solving technical ...

New Venture

Technology Director

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

Work closely with Game Director, Animation Director, Art Director and other members of the development team to plan tech requirements and implementation and assist with problem solving technical ...

Tencent

Lead Combat Designer

Los Angeles, CA

$105.30K - $198K/yr

... animations that strike the right balance between fidelity, fluidity and responsiveness. * Experience in designing combat gameplay based on mo-cap performances; experience in directing mo-cap ...

LightSpeed Studios

Lead Combat Designer

Los Angeles, CA

$105.30K - $198K/yr

... animations that strike the right balance between fidelity, fluidity and responsiveness. * Experience in designing combat gameplay based on mo-cap performances; experience in directing mo-cap ...

KONAMI GAMING INC

Director, Art Development

Las Vegas, NV

$110.80K - $116.30K/yr

... animation, and graphics to produce a winning combination of game themes and market appeal ... Direct hands-on experience working and developing 2D and 3D art for games is required. * Ability to ...

Konami Gaming, Inc

Director, Art Development

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$130K - $148K/yr

... animation, and graphics to produce a winning combination of game themes and market appeal ... Direct hands-on experience working and developing 2D and 3D art for games is required. * Ability to ...

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How much do director gaming animation jobs pay per year?

As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for director gaming animation in the United States is $171,000.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $171,000.00 and $171,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Director of Gaming Animation, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director of Gaming Animation, you need expertise in animation principles, team leadership, and a background in computer graphics or a related field, often supported by a relevant degree and industry experience. Mastery of animation software such as Maya, 3ds Max, and game engines like Unreal or Unity, along with familiarity with motion capture technology, is typically required. Outstanding creative vision, communication, and project management skills help inspire teams and ensure cohesive storytelling. These competencies are vital for delivering visually compelling, high-quality animations that enhance gameplay and meet production deadlines.

What are some common challenges faced by a Director of Gaming Animation, and how can they be addressed?

A Director of Gaming Animation often faces challenges such as aligning creative vision across diverse teams, managing tight production schedules, and ensuring high-quality output within technical constraints. To address these, strong communication and leadership skills are essential for bridging gaps between animators, game designers, and programmers. Additionally, staying up-to-date with the latest animation tools and industry trends helps maintain efficiency and innovation. Regular team check-ins and clear project milestones can also help keep everyone on track and motivated.

What does a Director of Gaming Animation do?

A Director of Gaming Animation leads the animation team in creating dynamic and engaging visuals for video games. They are responsible for setting the artistic vision, overseeing animation pipelines, and ensuring characters, environments, and effects move fluidly and realistically. The director collaborates closely with other departments such as game design, art, and programming to achieve a cohesive look and feel. They also mentor animators, review work, and help resolve technical or creative challenges throughout production.
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Character Designer

Character Designer

Sony Pictures Animation

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$59.16 - $72/hr

Full-time

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Job description

The Character Designer is in charge of exploring all options when crafting the look, feel, personality, and appeal of a character. Working with the Director, Art Director, and other creative leads, you will explore multiple looks for each character to bring them to life. This is a union covered position.
Sony Pictures Animation is a pre-production animation studio based in Los Angeles, California, creating both feature animation and animated series with artists from around the world. We pride ourselves on empowering filmmakers to lead the creative process, and allowing the hand of the artist to be truly felt, with the goal of producing bold and innovative visual storytelling.
Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with the creative lead throughout the pitch, design and production process to visually explore and discover the characters' look, feel, and personality.
  • Create multiple iterations of each character (including character poses, expressions and turnarounds) in rough pass form and approved final designs.
  • Propose design approaches that consider downstream departments (modeling and texturing).
  • Able to work independently and within a team environment.
  • Work closely with the Art Director to resolve design issues.
Qualifications:
  • Previous experience on an animated feature film, tv series, or game preferred.
  • Ability to articulate creative ideas.
  • Excellent draftsmanship.
  • Skilled in character pose, facial expressions and character turnarounds.
  • Outstanding research skills and an understanding of costume design.
  • Knowledge of anatomy and volumetric drawing.
  • We value inventiveness! Each Sony Pictures Animation project has its own distinctive and outstanding visual language so it is helpful to have stylistic versatility.
  • Photoshop knowledge required.

The anticipated base salary for this position is $59.16/hour to $72/hour. This role qualifies for benefits pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement. The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors.
To apply, please include a resume and a link to your portfolio. Please make sure to include any passwords to your work in your cover letter and/or in your resume.
Sony Pictures Animation is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

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