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Anatomage, Inc.

Visual Effects Animation Artist

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a VFX and Animation Artist at Anatomage, you will be the driving creative force behind our real ... While you may have a stronger background or personal specialization in one of these areas, you will ...

Anatomage, Inc.

Visual Effects Animation Artist

Santa Clara, CA

$80K - $120K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a VFX and Animation Artist at Anatomage, you will be the driving creative force behind our real ... While you may have a stronger background or personal specialization in one of these areas, you will ...

Anatomage, Inc.

Visual Effects Animation Artist

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a VFX and Animation Artist at Anatomage, you will be the driving creative force behind our real ... While you may have a stronger background or personal specialization in one of these areas, you will ...

POWERHOUSE ANIMATION STUDIOS I

2D Animator

Austin, TX · On-site

$34.13/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Animation Supervisor * Classification: Non Exempt, Full Time Employee * Location: To be considered ... artists and directors. * Experience working within tight deadlines while maintaining a high level ...

MARKETSCALE LLC

3D Artist

Dallas, TX · On-site

$50K - $65K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Our 3D Artists create 3D product animation for incredible brands. As a 3D Artist at MarketScale we ... The ideal candidate has a background in 3D video production and can import 3D CAD files into Maya ...

MARKETSCALE LLC

3D Artist

Dallas, TX · On-site

$50K - $65K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Our 3D Artists create 3D product animation for incredible brands. As a 3D Artist at MarketScale we ... The ideal candidate has a background in 3D video production and can import 3D CAD files into Maya ...

Arrow International, Inc

Senior Artist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$80 - $120K/hr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Job Type Full-time Description Join the Fun at Arrow International! Arrow International is the ... Gaming or casino-related knowledge or background. * Knowledge of animation principles. Usage of ...

Arrow International, Inc

Senior Artist

$130K - $155K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Job Type Full-time Description Join the Fun at Arrow International! Arrow International is the ... Gaming or casino-related knowledge or background. * Knowledge of animation principles. Usage of ...

Arrow International Inc

Senior Artist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$80 - $120K/hr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Senior Artist will use their artistic expertise with color, composition, shape, typography ... Gaming or casino-related knowledge or background. * Knowledge of animation principles. Usage of ...

Arrow International, Inc.

Senior Artist

Chicago, IL

$80 - $120K/hr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Senior Artist will use their artistic expertise with color, composition, shape, typography ... Gaming or casino-related knowledge or background. * Knowledge of animation principles. Usage of ...

Arrow International Inc

Senior Artist

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$123K - $147K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The ideal candidate is a highly versatile game artist with experience creating and implementing ... Gaming or casino-related knowledge or background. * Knowledge of animation principles. Usage of ...

Absurd Ventures

Principal Gameplay Animator

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$150K - $175K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... animation content; review animation content and help maintain consistent quality and artistic ... Description * Full-time job with benefits. * Role is on-site in Santa Monica, CA. * Office is ...

Absurd Ventures

Principal Gameplay Animator

Santa Monica, CA · On-site +1

$150K - $175K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... animation content; review animation content and help maintain consistent quality and artistic ... Description * Full-time job with benefits. * Role is on-site in Santa Monica, CA. * Office is ...

Publicis Groupe Holdings B.V

AI Artist

Manhattan, NY · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Partner with designers, animators, editors, producers, and developers to integrate AI workflows ... LOCATION & COMMITMENTS * Full-time role, currently hybrid status * In-person/in-office minimum of 4 ...

Starcom Mediavest Group Germany Gmbh

AI Artist

Manhattan, NY · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Partner with designers, animators, editors, producers, and developers to integrate AI workflows ... LOCATION & COMMITMENTS * Full-time role, currently hybrid status * In-person/in-office minimum of 4 ...

Bowhead

Graphic Artist

King George, VA · On-site

$118K - $141K/yr

PhotoShop, Adobe Illustration Package, 3D Modeling, Animation, Web-Design and HTML, Authoring of ... FULL_TIME

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How much do full time animation background artist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time animation background artist in the United States is $29.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.76 and $32.93 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Animation Background Artist vs Full Time Character Designer?

AspectFull Time Animation Background ArtistFull Time Character Designer
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in fine arts, illustration, or animationRequires a degree in character design, illustration, or animation
Work EnvironmentWorks mainly in studios creating backgrounds for animated scenesDesigns characters for animation, often collaborating with storyboards and animators
Industry UsageUsed in TV, film, and game animation to create environment visualsUsed in animation, gaming, and entertainment to develop character concepts
Common Search/ComparisonOften compared for roles in animation production

The main difference is that a Full Time Animation Background Artist focuses on creating the environments and backgrounds for animated scenes, while a Full Time Character Designer specializes in designing the characters that appear in those scenes. Both roles require artistic skills and animation knowledge but serve different functions within the animation production process.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Animation Background Artist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 26% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,546 per year, or $29.1 per hour.