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M&S Consulting

3D Animator

Pasadena, CA · On-site +1

M&S people simply "care hard", and this reflects in our work products, our interactions, and our culture. Job Responsibilities: The 3D Animator will create high-fidelity, cinematic animations that ...

M&S Consulting

3D Animator

Pasadena, CA · Remote

M&S people simply "care hard", and this reflects in our work products, our interactions, and our culture. Job Responsibilities: The 3D Animator will create high-fidelity, cinematic animations that ...

Nintendo

Animator [Contract] (Retro Studios)

Austin, TX · On-site

Our home base is Austin, Texas, a vibrant city known for its creative energy, live music, stunning ... Minimum 5 years' experience with in-game and/or cinematic video game animation, including at least ...

ZeniMax Media

Animator (First-Person)

Rockville, MD · On-site

$70K - $155K/yr

Work In collaboration with members of the team to address animation needs and requirements for game play and cinematic content. * Actively engage with developers outside of your discipline creating a ...

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As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for live in cinematic animator in the United States is $39.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.88 and $63.94 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Live In Cinematic Animator vs 3D Character Animator?

AspectLive In Cinematic Animator3D Character Animator
CredentialsAnimation degree, portfolio, proficiency in animation softwareAnimation degree, portfolio, proficiency in animation software
Work EnvironmentFilm sets, studios, live production environmentsAnimation studios, post-production facilities, gaming companies
Industry UsageFilm, television, live eventsVideo games, film, TV, advertising
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

The Live In Cinematic Animator specializes in creating animated sequences for live-action films and TV, often working on set or in studio environments. In contrast, a 3D Character Animator focuses on designing and animating characters for films, games, or commercials, typically working in post-production or animation studios. While both roles require strong animation skills and software proficiency, their work settings and industry applications differ significantly.

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3D Animator

3D Animator

M&S Consulting

Pasadena, CA • On-site, Remote

Part-time

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

M&S (which stands for Management and Solutions) was conceived in 2002 with the vision of creating highly effective teams of elite consultants to deliver strategic process and technology solutions to enterprise organizations across the US. Our commitment to delivery in complex environments and long-term customer success has merged process and technology into innovative solutions, established deep pockets of expertise, and enabled innovative transformation for evolving businesses.
We have intentionally cultivated steady growth focused on being approachable and helpful to our dearly valued clients and closely cared-for employees. M&S people simply "care hard", and this reflects in our work products, our interactions, and our culture.
Job Responsibilities:
The 3D Animator will create high-fidelity, cinematic animations that communicate complex scientific and technical concepts through compelling visual storytelling. This role is ideal for a senior-leaning animator/generalist who enjoys working across the full 3D pipeline-from modeling through final render-and translating real-world data, engineering concepts, and mission narratives into visually engaging content.
  • Create cinematic 3D animations from pre-visualization or animatics through final render
  • Model, texture, shade, and light assets for high-quality scientific and technical visualization
  • Rig and animate mechanical systems, spacecraft, instruments, and robotic processes
  • Develop environments and planetary visualizations to support mission storytelling
  • Render and composite final sequences for video deliverables
  • Collaborate with creative directors, producers, and technical experts to ensure scientific accuracy
  • Translate complex engineering or scientific concepts into clear visual narratives
  • Iterate efficiently based on creative and technical feedback

Required Skills:
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating cinematic 3D animation and visualization work
  • Experience working across the full 3D pipeline: modeling, texturing/shading, lighting, rigging, animation, rendering, and compositing
  • Proficiency with tools such as Unreal Engine, Blender, Maya, and/or After Effects
  • Ability to produce high-quality animations both independently and within collaborative pipelines
  • Strong sense of motion, timing, lighting, and cinematic composition
  • Comfort working from storyboards, pre-vis, or animatics to final delivery

Desired Skills:
  • Experience working with CAD files and converting them into production-ready 3D assets
  • Background animating mechanical systems, robotics, or engineering processes
  • Experience creating space, planetary, or scientific visualizations
  • Familiarity with real-time rendering workflows (e.g., Unreal Engine pipelines)
  • Experience collaborating with scientists, engineers, or technical subject-matter experts

*Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident
*This is a remote position
*M&S Consulting proactively fulfills its role as an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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