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Scope of role The Linear Motion Division is a major contributor to the Automation & Controls ... This role will be responsible for acting as the direct customer liaison responsible for developing ...

Enterprise Account Executive

New York, NY · On-site

$130K - $160K/yr

... sales motion for F2's AI platform within these institutions. You will run complex, multi ... Capture customer feedback and market signals to inform F2's go-to-market strategy, pricing, and ...

... sales motion for F2's AI platform within these institutions. You will run complex, multi ... Capture customer feedback and market signals to inform F2's go-to-market strategy, pricing, and ...

Videographer/Editor

New York, NY · On-site

$100 - $120/hr

Capture cinematic footage for hero brand content, testimonials, educational videos, UGC-style ... Execute color grading, audio mixing, motion graphics, and text overlays to brand standards * Stay ...

Acting as a trusted advisor to enterprise customers and partners, this role ensures technical ... Supporting a solution- and value-led sales motion Key Responsibilities * Sales Execution & Deal ...

Create and animate motion graphics for produced videos and live production use. * Record, edit, and ... Identify and capture compelling moments from events, services, and interviews that can be purposed ...

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How much do motion capture actor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for motion capture actor in the United States is $22.23, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.06 and $43.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Motion Capture Actor job?

A Motion Capture (MoCap) Actor performs physical movements, gestures, and expressions that are recorded using special sensors and cameras to create digital characters for video games, movies, and animations. Their movements help bring CGI characters to life by providing realistic and natural motion. MoCap actors often wear a special suit fitted with markers or sensors that track their motions in real-time. This data is then used by animators and VFX artists to refine and integrate the performance into a project.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Motion Capture Actor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Motion Capture Actor, you need strong physical performance abilities, body awareness, and often a background in acting, dance, or movement-based disciplines. Experience with motion capture suits, facial capture rigs, and familiarity with software like Vicon or OptiTrack can be beneficial. Flexibility, clear communication, and the ability to collaborate with directors and animators are valuable soft skills. These skills are important as motion capture acting requires precise physical expression and seamless teamwork to accurately bring digital characters to life.

What does a typical day look like for a Motion Capture Actor on set?

A typical day for a Motion Capture Actor involves suiting up in specialized sensors and performing choreographed actions or delivering lines in a studio equipped with multiple cameras. You may be asked to perform a range of movements—from walking or running to complex fight sequences—often repeating actions for different camera angles or data fidelity. Collaborating closely with directors, animators, and other actors is common, as feedback is provided in real time to adjust your performance. Adaptability is key, as you may need to embody various characters or creatures depending on the project. Each day can present new creative and physical challenges, making the work both demanding and rewarding.
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Infographic showing various Motion Capture Actor job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 7% As Needed, 3% Full Time, 87% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 35% Physical, 63% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,240 per year, or $22.2 per hour.
Program Manager

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago


Regal Rexnord rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 76 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

175th of 415 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

Scope of role

The Linear Motion Division is a major contributor to the Automation & Controls Segment, with approximately 1,500 global associates and $400M in revenue. There are 9 main sites located across the United States, Mexico, the Caribbean, & Europe.

The Program Manager will be responsible for product and market development activities for the Linear Motion Division's Aerospace & Defense segment and Cleveland Manufacturing Site customer base. This role will be responsible for acting as the direct customer liaison responsible for developing industry relationships, identifying growth opportunities, tracking emerging technologies, and coordinating the design and commercialization of innovative industry solutions. Works closely with the A&D Vertical Segment Business Unit Manager, Industry Manager, and Strategic / Key Account Managers.

Major Responsibilities:

  • Expertise in planning and prioritization of cross-functionally and globally executed projects. As required, create and drive detailed action plans, schedules, people, and tasks.
  • Develops and maintains deep intimacy with the A&D segment and Cleveland customer base and provides thought leadership on problem solving complex issues.
  • Manage various projects as directed by Business Unit Manager.
  • Develop and align strategic business objectives with customer needs and work closely with marketing team to ensure a clear, coordinated customer messaging.
  • Builds strong working relationships across the business to drive opportunity closure, accelerate speed to market and assure value capture.
  • Constantly looking to improve existing processes or establish new systems using significant conceptualizing, reasoning, and interpretation. Develops or champions new concepts or technologies based on analysis of current and emerging customer challenges.
  • Solves hard, complex problems by analyzing broad variables to include market drivers, business impact, and technological feasibility.
  • Cultivate existing relationships and prospect for potential customers.
  • Develop program objectives by reviewing technical specifications, customer requirements and internal needs. Creates timelines, schedules, and program plans accordingly. Manage multiple programs from development stage to delivery.
  • Identify risks and clearly communicate them to others.
  • Work with the Company functional Managers on optimization efforts to meet deadlines.
  • Conduct post evaluation of lessons learned.

Required Education / Experience / Skills:

The ideal candidate will be a proven leader with in-depth industry experience and a true passion to win. Candidate must have exceptional project management skills, a record of contributing to high performance teams and developing outstanding relationships with internal and external customers. A strong work ethic with proactive communication skills that encourage courageous conversations are a must.

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering / Technical Field, Marketing, Business Administration.
  • 5+ years related work experience in either business development, engineering or program management environment. Aerospace and Defense segment preferred.
  • Demonstrated interpersonal/leadership/management skills - positive, proactive, professional, track record or influencing key decision makers.
  • Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills; ability to develop and present proposals to customers.
  • Computer proficient to include experience with CRM (Salesforce.com) and ERP (Oracle, SAP, other)
  • Extremely organized with strong attention to detail with and the ability to handle multiple projects at the same time with a strong sense of urgency.
  • Current ability to develop complex solutions to solve customer requirements

Travel: Up to 25% required

This position may have a functional direct and extended reporting team that is globally distributed.

Language: English required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position is primarily located in an office environment with occasional time spent in manufacturing settings. The physical demands are limited.

**Must be willing and able to travel by all forms of transportation.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position is primarily located in an office environment.

Restrictions imposed by federal export control laws may limit this job opportunity to candidates who are a "U.S. Person,' which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted asylum in the United States, and refugees in the United States.

Expected salary: $90,000 - $110,000 annually. The salary range provided is intended to display the value of the company's base pay compensation for all statewide locations across the United States. Salary is dependent on a multitude of factors, including but not limited to the physical worksite location, candidate's skill set, level of experience, education, and internal peer compensation comparisons.

Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
  • Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays
  • 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
  • Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
  • Paid Leaves
  • Tuition Assistance

About Regal Rexnord

Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion. The Company's electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Company's automation offering, comprised of controls, actuators, drives, and precision motors, controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision control in surgical tools.


The Company's end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds, and include factory automation, food & beverage, aerospace, medical, data center, warehouse, alternative energy, residential and commercial buildings, general industrial, construction, metals and mining, and agriculture.


Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions, and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information, including a copy of our Sustainability Report, visit RegalRexnord.com.


Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan for protected veterans/individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please email Recruiting@RegalRexnord.com.If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail Recruiting@RegalRexnord.com.


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Notification to Agencies: Please note that Regal Rexnord Corporation and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("Regal Rexnord") do not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement or similar contract and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Regal Rexnord will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.


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