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FREELANCE MOTION GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

Worth, TX, Studio Location Reports to: Director of Program Graphics The Role: We are seeking an ... You will collaborate within a team to develop full-screen animations, LED wall designs, and ...

Studio Wildcard

Senior Graphics Programmer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$200K/yr

Studio Wildcard, creators of the smash indie hit ARK: Survival Evolved, was founded in 2014. ARK ... Partner with the Creature Art and Tech Animation teams to pioneer new rendering techniques ...

Moxie Art Club

Art Studio Part Time Teacher

Wylie, TX · On-site

$42K - $57K/yr

Company Description Moxie Art Club is a modern creative studio focused on helping kids and families ... Freelance creatives * Animation students * Digital illustrators * Teachers looking for extra hours

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Nen Creative

Freelance Motion Designer

San Francisco, CA · Remote

The work spans 2D, UI, typography, compositing, and edit-driven animation -- sometimes a polished ... This is a hands-on role in a fast-moving studio. We need someone with strong fundamentals, sharp ...

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Nen Creative

Freelance Motion Designer

New York, NY · Remote

The work spans 2D, UI, typography, compositing, and edit-driven animation -- sometimes a polished ... This is a hands-on role in a fast-moving studio. We need someone with strong fundamentals, sharp ...

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Nen Creative

Freelance Motion Designer

New York, NY · On-site

The work spans 2D, UI, typography, compositing, and edit-driven animation - sometimes a polished ... This is a hands-on role in a fast-moving studio. We need someone with strong fundamentals, sharp ...

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Nen Creative

Freelance Motion Designer

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

The work spans 2D, UI, typography, compositing, and edit-driven animation -- sometimes a polished ... This is a hands-on role in a fast-moving studio. We need someone with strong fundamentals, sharp ...

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ROKA

Digital Designer (Contract / Freelance)

Austin, TX · On-site +1

Edit lifestyle and studio photography to create consistent and cohesive imagery across the brand ... Animation/motion graphics experience is nice to have * HTML, web knowledge, Prismic CMS and WebFlow ...

ROKA

Digital Designer (Contract / Freelance)

Austin, TX · On-site

Edit lifestyle and studio photography to create consistent and cohesive imagery across the brand ... Animation/motion graphics experience is nice to have * HTML, web knowledge, Prismic CMS and WebFlow ...

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How much do freelance indie animation studio jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance indie animation studio in the United States is $47.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $61.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Indie Animation Studio vs Freelance Animation Freelancer?

AspectFreelance Indie Animation StudioFreelance Animation Freelancer
CredentialsTypically a team with diverse skills, possibly with industry experienceIndividual skills, portfolio, and self-taught or formal training
Work EnvironmentCollaborative team setting, often with shared resourcesSolo work, flexible schedule, remote or client sites
Employer & Industry UsageWorks with clients on larger projects, often in entertainment or advertisingServes individual clients or small businesses, personal projects
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for established studios or team-based animation servicesSeeking individual freelance animators for specific tasks

In summary, a Freelance Indie Animation Studio is a team-based entity offering comprehensive animation services, while a Freelance Animation Freelancer is an individual providing specialized animation work. Both serve different client needs and project scopes within the animation industry.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Indie Animation Studio job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Internship, 67% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,230 per year, or $47.7 per hour.

Adjunct Faculty, 2D Animation (On Campus)

Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design

Lakewood, CO

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago

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Adjunct Faculty, 2D Animation (On Campus)
Salary: $2,440 (lecture) – $3,340 (studio) per class, per term
Location: Lakewood, CO
Target Fill Date: June 1st, 2026
Rocky Mountain College of Art +Design is looking for an Adjunct Professor who has expertise in 2D Animation. The faculty member works with the Chair and Program Lead of the Animation program, working closely with students, faculty, and administrative staff to advance teaching, student clubs and activities, co-curricular experiences, and curriculum development. They will work closely with academic leadership with a focus on teaching, monitoring and improving student learning and success, and performing duties as assigned by the Chair and the Program Lead.
RMCAD’s Digital Arts + Media Department offers degree programs rooted in industry-aligned practices, emerging technologies, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The successful applicant will have demonstrated expertise in Animation workflows, with an emphasis on character motion studies, performance-based animation, and scene development using Toon Boom Harmony. This position supports the continued design, development, and delivery of dynamic, studio-centered curricula and the advancement of learning outcomes to prepare students for leadership in an evolving digital landscape.
Required Qualifications
  • A graduate degree (MA, MS, MFA, MDes, or equivalent) in Animation, Game Art, Game Design, relevant Motion Graphics, OR a bachelors degree with a sustained record of professional or studio-based work in these areas.
  • Proficiency using and teaching industry-leading 2D Animation software, including, but not limited to ToonBoom Harmony (required), Storyboard Pro (required), Adobe Photoshop (bonus) Adobe After Effects (bonus), etc
  • Examples of pedagogical approaches that align with the institution's mission and values, along with evidence of effective and inclusive teaching that values a diverse student body.
Preferred Qualifications
  • A terminal degree (MFA or PhD) in Art, Design, or a related discipline OR equivalent professional distinction recognized at a national or international level.
  • 2+ years of teaching experience in an accredited postsecondary institution with proven expertise in teaching Animation or related digital media.
  • A sustained record of professional or studio-based work in Animation or related digital media, demonstrated through published short/feature films, series work, studio credits, freelance projects, portfolio, and/or client-based productions.
  • Ongoing engagement with contemporary, emerging industry practices and pipelines with demonstrated expertise in 2D animation production workflows, including character animation, scene development, and rigging/puppetry in Toon Boom Harmony. Experience with storyboarding, motion graphics, or visual development pipelines is also valued.
  • Courses taught may include 2D Animation I–IV (motion studies through advanced scene work), Drawing + Acting for Animation, Storyboarding, and Motion Graphics.
  • Candidates should have experience with character animation, performance-based animation, and scene development using Toon Boom Harmony. Experience with puppetry and rigging workflows in Toon Boom Harmony is strongly encouraged.
  • Knowledge of Storyboard Pro, Adobe Photoshop, and After Effects is preferred.
Working Conditions
This position involves teaching in a higher education environment and may include in-person and/or online instruction depending on course assignment. The role may require a flexible schedule, including daytime and evening hours. Work is typically performed in a classroom, studio, and/or computer-based environment and involves regular use of digital tools and software. The position requires interaction with students in both individual and group settings. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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