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MFI Technologies Incorporated

$67K - $85K/yr

The Junior Creature Technical Director develops and maintains tools to support specific show needs ... A certificate or degree in Computer Graphics, Animation, Fine Arts, Design or Photography or a ...

Epoch Games

3D Creature Artist

Winston Salem, NC

If you are comfortable with teaching, you may be called upon to aid the more junior members of the ... Creating realistic Creature meshes and textures * Creating Fur sculpts using Hair Card and Alpha ...

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior creature artist in the United States is $129,541.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $127,000.00 and $152,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Junior Creature Artist vs Junior Character Artist?

AspectJunior Creature ArtistJunior Character Artist
Required SkillsCreature modeling, anatomy, creature designCharacter modeling, anatomy, character design
Work EnvironmentVFX studios, game development, filmVFX studios, game development, film
Common Industry UsageSpecializes in creatures, monsters, animalsFocuses on humanoid and non-humanoid characters

Both roles require skills in 3D modeling, anatomy, and digital sculpting, often within similar industry environments. The main difference lies in specialization: Junior Creature Artists focus on creatures and monsters, while Junior Character Artists work on humanoid and other character models. Understanding these distinctions helps aspiring artists target their skills and career paths effectively.

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Infographic showing various Junior Creature Artist job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 48% Full Time, 51% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $129,541 per year, or $62.3 per hour.

Junior Creature Technical Director

San Francisco, CA • On-site

MFI Technologies Incorporated
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$67K - $85K/yr

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Posted 13 days ago

Job description

The Junior Creature Technical Director develops and maintains tools to support specific show needs as well as facility needs. The Junior Creature Technical Director works with and maintains hero assets/rigs; and takes direction from the show Creature TD Supervisor to troubleshoot pipeline issues, support CTDs by assisting in shotwork, and rigging non-hero assets.

Junior Creature Technical DirectorRole Type

Full-time

Requirements
  • A certificate or degree in Computer Graphics, Animation, Fine Arts, Design or Photography or a related program, and/or relevant experience working in a similar industry
  • Proven ability in one or more CG techniques relevant to the creature dept; rigging, and simulation with CG cloth, hair, fur, muscles, and skin
  • Experience with Maya or Houdini is required
  • A reel demonstrating character or creature effects, rigging, and technical abilities is required for this role
  • Experience refining templates, rig kits, and reusable sim set-ups is a plus
  • Knowledge of Linux as well as coding/scripting knowledge (Python, Me, or VEX) a plus

Full-time

Compensation: $67,000 - $85,600 /year USD

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