Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$114K - $130K/yr
About The Role We are seeking a Senior Animator to help shape and execute high-quality animation ... Collaborate closely with directors, designers, technical artists, and production partners to ...
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Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$114K - $130K/yr
About The Role We are seeking a Senior Animator to help shape and execute high-quality animation ... Collaborate closely with directors, designers, technical artists, and production partners to ...
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Novato, CA · On-site
$124K - $142K/yr
As a Senior Gameplay Animator at Cloud Chamber, you will be part of a remarkably talented team of ... animation director's vision for the project. * Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to ...
Novato, CA · On-site
$124K - $142K/yr
As a Senior Gameplay Animator at Cloud Chamber, you will be part of a remarkably talented team of ... animation director's vision for the project. * Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to ...
Novato, CA · On-site
$124K - $142K/yr
As a Senior Gameplay Animator at Cloud Chamber, you will be part of a remarkably talented team of ... animation director's vision for the project. * Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to ...
Novato, CA · On-site
$124K - $142K/yr
As a Senior Gameplay Animator at Cloud Chamber, you will be part of a remarkably talented team of ... animation director's vision for the project. * Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to ...
$124K - $142K/yr
As a Senior Gameplay Animator at Cloud Chamber, you will be part of a remarkably talented team of ... animation director's vision for the project. * Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to ...
$124K - $142K/yr
As a Senior Gameplay Animator at Cloud Chamber, you will be part of a remarkably talented team of ... animation director's vision for the project. * Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to ...
Novato, CA · On-site
$124K - $142K/yr
As a Senior Gameplay Animator at Cloud Chamber, you will be part of a remarkably talented team of ... animation director's vision for the project. * Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to ...
Novato, CA · On-site
$124K - $142K/yr
As a Senior Gameplay Animator at Cloud Chamber, you will be part of a remarkably talented team of ... animation director's vision for the project. * Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to ...
New York, NY · On-site
$116K - $132K/yr
The Senior Designer / Animator will collaborate with fellow Creatives, Art Directors, and Producers to deliver professional, pixel-perfect final deliverables for projects ranging from small show ...
New York, NY · On-site
$116K - $132K/yr
The Senior Designer / Animator will collaborate with fellow Creatives, Art Directors, and Producers to deliver professional, pixel-perfect final deliverables for projects ranging from small show ...
New York, NY · On-site
$116K - $132K/yr
The Senior Designer / Animator will collaborate with fellow Creatives, Art Directors, and Producers to deliver professional, pixel-perfect final deliverables for projects ranging from small show ...
New York, NY · On-site
$116K - $132K/yr
The Senior Designer / Animator will collaborate with fellow Creatives, Art Directors, and Producers to deliver professional, pixel-perfect final deliverables for projects ranging from small show ...
$100K - $114K/yr
Senior 3D Animator Location: Midvale, UT, 84047 Employment Type: Full-Time | On-site Department ... You'll work closely with the Creative Director, motion design, and product marketing teams to ...
$100K - $114K/yr
Senior 3D Animator Location: Midvale, UT, 84047 Employment Type: Full-Time | On-site Department ... You'll work closely with the Creative Director, motion design, and product marketing teams to ...
Midvale, UT · On-site
$100K - $114K/yr
Senior 3D Animator Location: Midvale, UT, 84047 Employment Type: Full-Time | On-site Department ... You'll work closely with the Creative Director, motion design, and product marketing teams to ...
Midvale, UT · On-site
$100K - $114K/yr
Senior 3D Animator Location: Midvale, UT, 84047 Employment Type: Full-Time | On-site Department ... You'll work closely with the Creative Director, motion design, and product marketing teams to ...
Brooklyn, NY · On-site +1
$80K - $100K/yr
... and talented Senior Gameplay Animator to join the development effort on our exciting new game ... director, Sam Barlow, previously explored with Silent Hill: Shattered Memories. Candidates with ...
Brooklyn, NY · On-site +1
$80K - $100K/yr
... and talented Senior Gameplay Animator to join the development effort on our exciting new game ... director, Sam Barlow, previously explored with Silent Hill: Shattered Memories. Candidates with ...
Boston, MA · On-site
$115K - $131K/yr
CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a Senior Gameplay Animator with a focus on locomotion to join our ... Experience directing motion capture, particularly for motion matching. * Experience developing ...
Boston, MA · On-site
$115K - $131K/yr
CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a Senior Gameplay Animator with a focus on locomotion to join our ... Experience directing motion capture, particularly for motion matching. * Experience developing ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site +1
$124K - $142K/yr
We're looking for a Senior Character Animator to join us on a part-time contract basis and bring ... Collaborate with our Art Director and technical animator to ensure quality and consistency across ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site +1
$124K - $142K/yr
We're looking for a Senior Character Animator to join us on a part-time contract basis and bring ... Collaborate with our Art Director and technical animator to ensure quality and consistency across ...
Boston, MA · On-site +1
$115K - $131K/yr
CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a Senior Gameplay Animator with a focus on locomotion to join our ... Experience directing motion capture, particularly for motion matching. * Experience developing ...
Boston, MA · On-site +1
$115K - $131K/yr
CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a Senior Gameplay Animator with a focus on locomotion to join our ... Experience directing motion capture, particularly for motion matching. * Experience developing ...
Burbank, CA · On-site
$113K - $129K/yr
Collaborate closely with Animation Directors and Lead Animators to design cinematics that reflect the game's vision and adhere to its unique cinematography style. * Contribute to setting and ...
Burbank, CA · On-site
$113K - $129K/yr
Collaborate closely with Animation Directors and Lead Animators to design cinematics that reflect the game's vision and adhere to its unique cinematography style. * Contribute to setting and ...
Burbank, CA · On-site
$113K - $129K/yr
Collaborate closely with Animation Directors and Lead Animators to design cinematics that reflect the game's vision and adhere to its unique cinematography style. * Contribute to setting and ...
Burbank, CA · On-site
$113K - $129K/yr
Collaborate closely with Animation Directors and Lead Animators to design cinematics that reflect the game's vision and adhere to its unique cinematography style. * Contribute to setting and ...
$129K - $148K/yr
Self-directed and independent worker Major Plus: * Excellent hand-keyed facial animation * Motionbuilder and Unreal Engine experience * First-person animations experience * strong design eye * Strong ...
$129K - $148K/yr
Self-directed and independent worker Major Plus: * Excellent hand-keyed facial animation * Motionbuilder and Unreal Engine experience * First-person animations experience * strong design eye * Strong ...
Redwood City, CA · On-site
$129K - $148K/yr
Self-directed and independent worker Major Plus: * Excellent hand-keyed facial animation * Motionbuilder and Unreal Engine experience * First-person animations experience * strong design eye * Strong ...
Redwood City, CA · On-site
$129K - $148K/yr
Self-directed and independent worker Major Plus: * Excellent hand-keyed facial animation * Motionbuilder and Unreal Engine experience * First-person animations experience * strong design eye * Strong ...
Burbank, CA · On-site
$76.92 - $86.06/hr
Collaborate closely with Animation Directors and Lead Animators to design cinematics that reflect the game's vision and adhere to its unique cinematography style. * Contribute to setting and ...
Burbank, CA · On-site
$76.92 - $86.06/hr
Collaborate closely with Animation Directors and Lead Animators to design cinematics that reflect the game's vision and adhere to its unique cinematography style. * Contribute to setting and ...
Burbank, CA · On-site
$76.92 - $86.06/hr
Collaborate closely with Animation Directors and Lead Animators to design cinematics that reflect the game's vision and adhere to its unique cinematography style. * Contribute to setting and ...
Burbank, CA · On-site
$76.92 - $86.06/hr
Collaborate closely with Animation Directors and Lead Animators to design cinematics that reflect the game's vision and adhere to its unique cinematography style. * Contribute to setting and ...
Experience as a Technical Animator, Tech Artist, Art Director, or other cross-disciplinary role. * Experience building tools, pipelines, procedural systems, or workflow automation. * Experience ...
Experience as a Technical Animator, Tech Artist, Art Director, or other cross-disciplinary role. * Experience building tools, pipelines, procedural systems, or workflow automation. * Experience ...
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$117.9K - $122K
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| Aspect | Director Senior Animator | Lead Animator |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Portfolio, experience in animation and leadership | Portfolio, strong animation skills, some leadership experience |
| Work Environment | Creative teams, production studios, film or game industry | Animation teams, production environments, gaming or film studios |
| Employer Usage | Used in studios, production companies, and agencies for overseeing animation projects | Used to lead animation teams, ensure quality, and meet project deadlines |
The main difference between a Director Senior Animator and a Lead Animator lies in scope and responsibilities. A Director Senior Animator typically oversees entire animation projects, manages teams, and contributes to creative direction, while a Lead Animator focuses on executing animation tasks, guiding junior animators, and ensuring technical quality. Both roles require strong animation skills, but the Director Senior Animator has a broader leadership and strategic role within the production process.
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About Big Shot Pictures
Big Shot Pictures is a next generation animation company founded by Brian Robbins that produces the franchises of tomorrow. With a distinctive digital-first approach, the company builds global animation franchises across all platforms – from digital to theatrical, gaming to streaming, and consumer products to experiences.
About The Role
We are seeking a Senior Animator to help shape and execute high-quality animation within an Unreal Engine–first, real-time pipeline for episodic content. This is a hands-on, creative leadership role that combines strong animation fundamentals with technical fluency in Unreal Engine. The ideal candidate is comfortable leading by example, collaborating closely with a small, focused team, and contributing directly to animation quality and performance on screen.
This role will support the development of creating stylized, appealing content for kids and family
audiences with quick turnarounds.
This is a contract role which would report in-person at our studio in Los Angeles
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