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L3HHCM20

Lead, Creative Services

Tallahassee, FL · On-site +1

$100K - $186K/yr

The role creates 3D renders and animations and edits them into finished video for marketing ... Mentor junior creative staff on 3D and video technique where the opportunity arises and contribute ...

L3HHCM20

Lead, Creative Services

Rochester, NY · On-site +1

$100K - $186K/yr

The role creates 3D renders and animations and edits them into finished video for marketing ... Mentor junior creative staff on 3D and video technique where the opportunity arises and contribute ...

HALFZ LLC

Senior Motion Designer

Meridian, ID · On-site

... and animations. The Senior Motion designer will also help more junior designers improve their ... Experience with 3D animation software (e.g., Cinema 4D). ? Understanding of UX/UI principles.

C Squared Social

Senior Motion Designer

Meridian, ID · On-site

... and animations. The Senior Motion designer will also help more junior designers improve their ... Experience with 3D animation software (e.g., Cinema 4D). ? Understanding of UX/UI principles.

C Squared Social

Senior Motion Designer

Meridian, ID · On-site

... and animations. The Senior Motion designer will also help more junior designers improve their ... Experience with 3D animation software (e.g., Cinema 4D). ? Understanding of UX/UI principles.

Namely

Brand Design Lead

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$80 - $110/hr

... direction, mentor junior designers as we grow, and establish processes that scale. Your ... 3D animation software. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex ideas into ...

EROS Technologies, Inc.

UX Designer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

You should be able to coach, guide and mentor junior members in the team. User Interface Design ... Develop 2D and 3D Animation using Flash. Develop Flash /Director based customer Animations Develop ...

Incessantrain

Texturing Artist

Rancho Palos Verdes, CA · On-site

$85 - $120/hr

... animators, and tech artists for seamless texture integration * Mentor junior artists on texturing ... Proficiency in Substance 3D Painter, Substance Designer, ZBrush, and Photoshop * Strong ...

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How much do junior 3d animator jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior 3d animator in the United States is $63,866.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,500.00 and $62,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a junior 3D animator?

A Junior 3D Animator is an entry-level role responsible for creating animated sequences in films, games, advertisements, or other digital media. They work under the guidance of senior animators and collaborate with designers, modelers, and riggers to bring characters and objects to life. Their tasks may include keyframe animation, motion capture adjustments, and refining movements to ensure realistic or stylized performances. Strong knowledge of animation principles, 3D software like Maya or Blender, and teamwork skills are essential for success in this role.

What does a junior 3D animator do?

A typical day for a Junior 3D Animator involves working on assigned animation tasks, collaborating closely with senior animators and other team members such as modelers, riggers, and producers. You may spend significant time refining character movements, creating assets, or tweaking animations based on feedback from supervisors. Daily responsibilities often include participating in team meetings, reviewing project timelines, and managing files within shared pipelines. Adapting to revision requests and maintaining clear communication with the team are also key parts of the role, ensuring smooth workflow and alignment with the project's vision.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a junior 3D animator?

To thrive as a Junior 3D Animator, a strong foundation in 3D animation principles, attention to detail, and a relevant degree or coursework in animation or related fields are essential. Familiarity with industry-standard software such as Autodesk Maya, Blender, or 3ds Max, as well as an understanding of rigging and texturing processes, is typically required. Creativity, strong communication skills, and the ability to receive and apply feedback make individuals stand out in this position. These skills and qualities are important because they enable Junior 3D Animators to contribute effectively to collaborative projects, meet production standards, and grow professionally within a fast-evolving industry.

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3D Creative Art Director

Floss Creatives Limited

Portland, OR • On-site, Remote

$128K - $134K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Floss Creatives (RECH) is a global creative partner for agencies and brands, working across all media channels and platforms.

We are a specialised team of engineers, machine learning programmers, designers, art directors and creative directors, connected by experienced production executives to provide seamless access to some of the best innovative talents.

We craft projects that people love, and we have won Clios, Cannes Lions, D&AD, and One Show.

Clients Apple, Audi, Amazon Studios, Boston Dynamics, Google, Coinbase, Mclaren, F1, Toyota to Digitas.

Salary Full Time

Job Description

The 3D Creative Art Director role at Floss Creatives is one of creative leadership, an unwavering eye for detail, and using the design process to solve creative challenges.

As an AD, your primary responsibility will be to develop concepts for the project or pitch using a combination of 3D Softwares + photoshop. The concept deck will include clear design concepts, style frames and potentially 5 seconds 3D animation to express the vision to brands and agencies.

You will lead external teams of designers, animators, artists, and technologists to deliver world-class content that exceeds the expectations of the initial client brief.

You are hands-on. Your experience was moulded by broadcast, print and digital works. You are comfortable with the process from the initial call through the final grade and delivery. You are organised, an excellent communicator, and unafraid to ask challenging questions at any point in the process.

MUST BE ABLE TO DO:

  • Highend Creative Treatment Deck
  • Style frames
  • Concept Art

Responsibilities:

Project leadership includes conceptualising design briefs, planning the approach, and leading teams through project delivery. Calm and respectful under pressure. Working closely with our business team and clients in North America and Europe.

  • Comfortable writing your own treatments and adapting to solve the client's creative brief
  • Experience bidding on various projects, from motion graphics to high-end CGI and interactive projects.
  • Organising, identifying strengths within our team and our external partners, briefing other creative team members and leading successful client sessions for project kick-offs.
  • Supervise and Inspire the team to produce outstanding work.
  • Create, design and animate when necessary; you should be comfortable working with 3D Software.
  • Be involved throughout the project, ensuring reliable contact with clients and the team to deliver results within tight deadlines.

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of Art Direction experience
  • Solid presentation skills and comfortable with being the client-facing representative of Floss Creatives
  • Strong 3D and Art direction skills.
  • Animation experience
  • Ability to translate concepts into creative design and mentor junior staff members.
  • Strong knowledge of 3D Max, Maya, Houdini and C4D
Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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