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CoCreativ

AI Artist (freelance to hire)

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$500 - $800/day

The ideal candidate has a background in commercial production, filmmaking, VFX, animation, motion ... Exceptional freelancers may be considered for full-time opportunities as our AI team continues to ...

CoCreativ

AI Artist (freelance to hire)

New York, NY

$500 - $800/day

The ideal candidate has a background in commercial production, filmmaking, VFX, animation, motion ... Exceptional freelancers may be considered for full-time opportunities as our AI team continues to ...

CoCreativ

AI Artist (freelance to hire)

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$500 - $800/day

The ideal candidate has a background in commercial production, filmmaking, VFX, animation, motion ... Exceptional freelancers may be considered for full-time opportunities as our AI team continues to ...

2K

Lead Animator

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$123K - $182K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Escalate issues to the Animation Director when artistic decisions or direction are needed. What ... Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including ...

2K

Lead Animator

San Mateo, CA

$123K - $182K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Escalate issues to the Animation Director when artistic decisions or direction are needed. What ... Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including ...

2K

Lead Animator

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$123K - $182K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Escalate issues to the Animation Director when artistic decisions or direction are needed. What ... Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including ...

31st Union

Lead Animator

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$123K - $182K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Escalate issues to the Animation Director when artistic decisions or direction are needed. What ... Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including ...

Swaybox Studios

Lead 3D Tracking Artist

New Orleans, LA · On-site

$122K - $146K/yr

VFX Supervisor and CG Supervisor Employment Type: Full Time Why join Swaybox Studios? Swaybox ... As we collaborate with DC Studios/Warner Bros Pictures Animation and Matt Reeves' 6th & Idaho on a ...

2K

Lead Animator

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$123K - $182K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Escalate issues to the Animation Director when artistic decisions or direction are needed. What ... Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including ...

31st Union

Lead Animator

San Mateo, CA

$123K - $182K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Escalate issues to the Animation Director when artistic decisions or direction are needed. What ... Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including ...

Design Works Studios LLC

Animator

Scottsdale, AZ · Hybrid

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Scottsdale, AZ Job Type: Full Time No C2C or Third Parties. Must be local to U.S. Sponsorship for ... At Design Works Gaming, you will be a part of a close-knit team of artists and animators. You will ...

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Magnopus

AI Artist

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$100K - $160K/yr

A background in compositing, digital matte painting, LookDev, animation or another relevant ... If you have strong artistic experience, hands-on expertise with generative AI image and video ...

Magnopus

AI Artist

Los Angeles, CA

$100K - $160K/yr

A background in compositing, digital matte painting, LookDev, animation or another relevant ... If you have strong artistic experience, hands-on expertise with generative AI image and video ...

Progressive Gaming

Animator

Reno, NV · On-site +1

$114K - $141K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You'll shape the look, feel, and energy of our games-owning animation from concept to final polish ... Collaborate with designers, engineers, and artists to define and execute creative vision * Bring ...

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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.

Graphic Artist

Bowhead

King George, VA

$118K - $141K/yr

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Overview

GRAPHIC ARTIST:

Bowhead Seeks a Graphic Artist for a new contract in Dalghren, VA. 

Responsibilities
  • The intention of this contract is to provide support creation, maintenance, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of Graphic Design data.
  • Perform on-site high-level computer graphic design activities to produce brochures, briefings, displays, visual analytic products, and other materials; involved in all aspects of graphics/illustration projects from conceptualization and development to final presentation.
  • Utilizes current graphic design technology and computer software packages to produce and develop high-level graphics and miscellaneous media.
  • Requires in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with some/all of the following software: PhotoShop, Adobe Illustration Package, 3D Modeling, Animation, Web-Design and HTML, Authoring of Courseware and Internet Sites.
  • Proposes creative input to final decision makers related to design and composition of data which appeal to a broad military audience.
Qualifications
  • 3-5 years of relevant experience in the career field and graphic design.
  • Bachelors degree preferred but not required. 
  • Proficient in PhotoShop, Adobe Illustration Package, 3D Modeling, Animation, Web-Design and HTML, Authoring of Courseware and Internet Sites.
  • Proficient in Microsoft products and systems.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must hold active a security clearance at the Top Secret level. Possessing an active Top Secret Clearance is preferred. US Citizenship is a requirement for a Top Secret clearance at this location. 

Physical Demands:

  • Must be able to lift up to 5 to 10 pounds 
  • Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
  • Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Bowhead considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

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