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Leland

Animation & CGI Coach

$108K - $123K/yr

... technical interviews, as well as guidance on salary negotiation and freelancing for students ... Work in a collaborative, high-energy environment where your contributions have a direct impact

Certain Affinity, Inc.

Senior Technical Artist

Austin, TX · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

This role reports to the Technical Art Director and is ideal for someone who combines deep ... Experience supporting animation or technical animation workflows (e.g., Control Rig, Animation ...

Certain Affinity, Inc.

Senior Technical Artist

Austin, TX · On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

This role reports to the Technical Art Director and is ideal for someone who combines deep ... Experience supporting animation or technical animation workflows (e.g., Control Rig, Animation ...

Virtual Producer

Technical Director - VR

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$225 - $260/hr

Skydance Interactive, a leading virtual‑reality developer, is seeking a Technical Director for ... physics, animation, rendering, engine/system architecture, multi‑platform, network, build ...

DSN

Technical Designer

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

Create animations, particles, and visual effects that enhance gameplay * Build mockups, UI elements ... You'll have direct impact on live, player-facing products What You Bring * Strong experience with:

DSN

Technical Designer

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

Create animations, particles, and visual effects that enhance gameplay * Build mockups, UI elements ... You'll have direct impact on live, player-facing products What You Bring * Strong experience with:

Compass

Senior Motion Designer

New York, NY · On-site

$90K - $103K/yr

Partnering with Creative Directors, Producers, and Marketing leads, you'll translate static ... Technical Toolkit: Advanced proficiency in After Effects (animation, compositing, templates ...

Compass

Senior Motion Designer

New York, NY · On-site

$90K - $103K/yr

Partnering with Creative Directors, Producers, and Marketing leads, you'll translate static ... Technical Toolkit: Advanced proficiency in After Effects (animation, compositing, templates ...

Epic Games

Character Animation Lead

Cary, NC · On-site

What You'll Do Epic Games is looking for a Character Animation Director to join our Special ... You will combine strong animation fundamentals with technical fluency in Unreal Engine to build ...

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How much do director technical animator jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for director technical animator in the United States is $115,510.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $68,000.00 and $154,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Technical Animator vs Technical Animator?

AspectDirector Technical AnimatorTechnical Animator
ResponsibilitiesOversees technical animation teams, sets project vision, and manages workflowsCreates and implements technical animation solutions, rigging, and tools
Required SkillsLeadership, project management, advanced technical animation knowledgeTechnical skills in rigging, scripting, and animation pipelines
Work EnvironmentSenior-level role in large teams or studiosHands-on technical work within animation or VFX teams

The Director Technical Animator focuses on leading and managing technical animation teams and projects, while the Technical Animator is primarily responsible for creating technical solutions and tools. The director role involves strategic oversight, whereas the technical animator role is more hands-on and specialized in technical tasks.

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Infographic showing various Director Technical Animator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 89% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 88% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,510 per year, or $55.5 per hour.

Animation & CGI Coach

Leland

Remote

$108K - $123K/yr

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Job description

Leland is building the home for ambition in the age of AI. We connect people with the experts, programs, and communities they need to land the job, get into the school, or upskill for a world being rewritten by AI. We help businesses become AI-native through training, hiring, and infrastructure. Since our founding in 2021, we've helped tens of thousands of people reach their most ambitious goals and raised $19M from world-class investors. Ambition is sacred to us, and we've built a product that takes that seriously.
We're seeking an experienced animation and CGI professional to coach students looking to build or advance a career in the field. This role includes helping students develop core animation techniques and 3D modeling skills, along with more specialized areas like character design, storyboarding, motion graphics, rendering, and visual effects. Coaches also guide students through CGI production and post-production workflows, animation software proficiency, and animation direction, while helping them explore paths in film animation, game animation, and virtual reality design. Additional support includes skill building, resume and cover letter review, LinkedIn review, networking strategy, and preparation for both behavioral and technical interviews, as well as guidance on salary negotiation and freelancing for students pursuing independent work. Ideal candidates have significant professional experience in animation or CGI (studio, freelance, or a combination), prior mentoring or teaching experience, and a clear, structured approach to helping students grow their craft and their career. Coaches set their own hours and rates, host sessions virtually, and partner with our team to deliver a high-quality, supportive experience for every student.
Why Leland?
  • The chance to join a world-class team helping people achieve their career and educational dreams
  • Work in a collaborative, high-energy environment where your contributions have a direct impact
  • Operate in a fast-paced, AI-native environment
  • We don't hire people who merely want to work for a great company; we hire people who want to make a great company

Leland is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds and demographics to apply.

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