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Mid Level Animation Concept Artist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Sr. VFX Artist

Glendale, CA · Remote

$120K - $186K/yr

... animation, timing, impact and anticipation. * Ability to visualize effects with or without concept ... Expert level proficiency with Maya, Substance, Photoshop and/or equivalent 3D and 2D software

$60 - $80/hr

You'll work on medium-level shots, collaborate with a talented team, and help mentor junior artists -- all while pushing the quality of our animation to the next level. Main Responsibilities

... concept development, image enhancement, controlled editing, animation, and final production ... Strong artistic judgment, sketching ability, and the capacity to communicate ideas visually are ...

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After Effects experience; ability to support light motion or animation needs. * Familiarity with ... Experience with art direction processes and concept development is preferred. * Ability to manage ...

Gunfire Games is seeking a VFX Artist (Mid-Level/Senior) to create and implement high-quality ... Ability to take ownership of VFX from concept through implementation, iteration, and polish.

NY · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

... on color scripts and concept art. * Independently improve lighting setups, inventing novel ... high-end animation (Senior to Upper-Senior level). * Deep knowledge of Unreal Engine 5, ...

... concept development, image enhancement, controlled editing, animation, and final production ... Strong artistic judgment, sketching ability, and the capacity to communicate ideas visually are ...

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How much do mid level animation concept artist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for mid level animation concept artist in the United States is $132,826.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $127,000.00 and $146,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Mid Level Animation Concept Artist vs Character Designer?

AspectMid Level Animation Concept ArtistCharacter Designer
CredentialsPortfolio, relevant art or animation experiencePortfolio, character design samples, art background
Work EnvironmentAnimation studios, game development, filmAnimation, gaming, entertainment industries
Employer UsageCreates concepts for animation sequences and scenesDesigns characters for various media projects

While both roles involve creative design, the Mid Level Animation Concept Artist focuses on developing visual concepts specifically for animation sequences, whereas the Character Designer specializes in creating detailed character designs. The roles often overlap but differ mainly in scope: one emphasizes scene and sequence concepts, the other emphasizes character creation.

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Infographic showing various Mid Level Animation Concept Artist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 7% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $132,826 per year, or $63.9 per hour.

Lead Concept Artist - Virtual Reality

Immersive Entertainment

Irvine, CA • On-site, Remote

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Re-posted 23 days ago


Job description

Company Description
We create next-generation Virtual Reality Content that represents a new form of entertainment. We bridge the gap between video games and movies, providing a level of immersion, emotional engagement and realism never before seen.
Job Description
  • Designing concept art of characters, locations and objects for our VR titles
  • Designing storyboards for our VR Titles
  • Working closely with the CCO and the development team(s)
  • leading the concept artist team

Qualifications
  • 5+ years of experience in game development
  • Experience with Photoshop, Painter, etc.
  • A basic understanding of using 3DS Max and/or Maya
  • An exceptional understanding of human and animal anatomy and a keen eye towards form, shape, structure, and silhouette in regards to illustration and design
  • The ability to carry an idea from the conceptual phase to the finished illustration and an understanding of translating these ideas to real-time game environments
  • Superior eye for light, value, composition, color, staging, and detail in environmental design
  • Understanding the unique approach required for creating VR experiences
  • Self-motivation & Good communication skills
  • Creativity and ability to work as part of a team
  • A passion for virtual reality
  • Art education
  • Professional experience in a position of similar nature
  • English language
  • Strong team player and leader by example

Additional Information
Pluses
  • Shipped AAA PC or console titles as a Senior Concept Artist
  • Work experience with Unreal Engine 4
  • Understanding the difference between developing for VR compared to traditional game development.
  • A passion for developing and playing virtual reality experiences