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Flying Bark Productions

Animation Director

Burbank, CA · On-site

$3.2K - $3.4K/wk

Flying Bark Productions is a dynamic and innovative animation studio dedicated to pushing the ... We offer a hybrid working approach, with flexible work-from-home days * Career development is a ...

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Leland

Animation & CGI Coach

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Leland is building the home for ambition in the age of AI. We connect people with the experts ... from world-class investors. Ambition is sacred to us, and we've built a product that takes that ...

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Character Performance Animator

... popular and longest-running mobile and PC games. Powered by industry-leading in-house R&D ... Ability to independently deliver high-quality performances ranging from facial animation and ...

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FPS 1P View Gameplay Animator

Define asset output specifications and coordinate outsourced animation production to maintain ... Infinite, Escape from Tarkov, or similar titles is a plus. * Strong attention to realistic gameplay ...

Filmless

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Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

This is a work from home job so you can work from any city, state, or country. Specifically, you should be able to: • Conceptualize, visualize and design special effects, animation, or other visual ...

Filmless

Freelance Animator & GFX Artist

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This is a work from home job so you can work from any city, state, or country. Specifically, you should be able to: Conceptualize, visualize and design special effects, animation, or other visual ...

Jobgether

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Collaborate with animation leadership and Technical Art to improve tools, technology ... Home office stipend to support an effective remote working environment. * Paid time off for ...

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How much do from home animation runner jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for from home animation runner in the United States is $13.66, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $10.58 and $16.11 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between From Home Animation Runner vs From Home Production Assistant?

AspectFrom Home Animation RunnerFrom Home Production Assistant
CredentialsBasic knowledge of animation processes, sometimes relevant certificationsGeneral administrative skills, sometimes related certifications
Work EnvironmentRemote, focused on supporting animation teamsRemote or on-site, supporting various production departments
Industry UsagePrimarily in animation and media productionBroadly in film, TV, and media industries

Both roles often require organizational skills and familiarity with media production. The main difference is that an Animation Runner specifically supports animation projects, while a Production Assistant has a broader role supporting overall production tasks. The Animation Runner focuses on animation-specific workflows, whereas the Production Assistant may handle diverse responsibilities across different production stages.

Can you work in animation from home?

Animation runners and other animation-related roles can often be performed remotely, especially with the use of digital tools like Adobe Creative Suite and project management software. However, some positions may require on-site presence for collaboration, equipment, or specific studio needs, so job requirements vary by employer.
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Infographic showing various From Home Animation Runner job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 75% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 24% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $28,409 per year, or $13.7 per hour.

Animation Director

Flying Bark Productions

Burbank, CA • On-site

$3.2K - $3.4K/wk

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Flying Bark Productions is a dynamic and innovative animation studio dedicated to pushing the boundaries of character animation and storytelling. We are working on exciting projects such as Avatar: The Last Airbender feature film, Netflix's Ghostbusters animated series, and Stranger Things animated series as well as upcoming feature film, Zac Power.
Flying Bark Productions is seeking an Animation Director to join our Burbank studio's growing team! Reporting to the Supervising Animation Director, the Animation Director will help lead the creative execution of animation throughout production, ensuring that character performance, acting, movement, timing, and staging align with the project's creative vision and established animation direction.
This role works closely with the internal animation leadership team and our external vendor studio to communicate creative intent, provide clear and constructive feedback, and maintain consistency and quality across the project.
This role is located onsite in our Burbank, CA office.
Key Responsibilities
  • Work under the direction of the Supervising Animation Director to support the creative execution of animation throughout production.
  • Translate the project's creative vision and animation direction into clear, actionable guidance for animators.
  • Review animation work and provide detailed notes on performance, acting, posing, timing, spacing, movement, staging, and overall execution.
  • Work closely with our vendor studio's AnimationLeadership to help guide the development of strong character performances and storytelling through animation.
  • Identify creative issues in animation and work with artists to develop effective solutions.
  • Maintain consistency in character performance, movement, and animation style across sequences and episodes.
  • Review animation at various stages of completion and provide timely, constructive feedback through draw-overs, written notes, and other forms of communication as needed to best convey animation notes.
  • Collaborate with the Supervising Animation Director to establish and maintain animation standards and expectations.
  • Work closely with Layout, Story, and other relevant departments to address animation-related creative needs and challenges.
  • Review storyboards and animatics from an animation perspective, identifying potential performance, staging, or technical challenges before they reach animation.
  • Help communicate animation requirements and creative intent to the leadership team working across internal and external teams.
  • Participate in animation reviews, screenings, and production meetings as needed.
  • Support the Supervising Animation Director in maintaining the overall quality and consistency of animation across the production.
  • Stay engaged with the work throughout the animation process and help ensure notes are understood and successfully implemented.
Qualifications
  • 5+ years professional experience on animated series or features.
  • Previous experience as an Animation Director or Lead Animator.
  • Strong understanding of animation principles, character acting, performance, timing, posing, staging, and storytelling.
  • Proficiency with industry-standard animation software and production tools such as Adobe Animate, Toon Boom Harmony, Autodesk Maya, SyncSketch, and ShotGrid.
  • Experience providing animation direction and detailed creative feedback to artists.
  • Strong visual and storytelling instincts with an ability to clearly communicate creative ideas.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with Showrunner, EPs, supervisors, directors, and other creative departments.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to give clear, constructive feedback while maintaining a collaborative and supportive working environment.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make thoughtful creative decisions within established direction.
  • Experience working with outsourced animation teams is a plus.

Why Work with Us?
  • We work on some of the coolest projects in the industry! Check out our website: Flying Bark
  • We have cake days, a dedicated culture club, and regular studio social events!
  • We offer a hybrid working approach, with flexible work-from-home days
  • Career development is a priority for us, and we provide ongoing training and support opportunities
  • Our employees rave about our inclusive and welcoming culture-everyone is celebrated here!

Flying Bark Productions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary Range: $3,250 - $3,400 weekly.

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