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Flying Bark Productions

Animation Director

Burbank, CA · On-site

$3.2K - $3.4K/wk

Flying Bark Productions is a dynamic and innovative animation studio dedicated to pushing the boundaries of character animation and storytelling. We are working on exciting projects such as Avatar:

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ANIMATION PIPELINE TECH DIRECTOR

Burbank, CA · On-site

We are currently seeking a skilled Animation Pipeline Technical Director to join our Los Angeles studio. This full-time position is based in Burbank and offers an immediate start date. The ideal ...

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ANIMATION PIPELINE TECH DIRECTOR

Burbank, CA · On-site

We are currently seeking a skilled Animation Pipeline Technical Director to join our Los Angeles studio. This full-time position is based in Burbank and offers an immediate start date. The ideal ...

Flying Bark Productions

3D Animation Lead

Denver, NC · On-site +1

The 3D Animation Lead role involves managing and guiding a team of animators on a show, acting as the main contact between production and supervisors, and ensuring smooth communication and workflow.

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How much do online animation jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for online animation 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 an online animation?

An Online Animation job involves creating animated content for digital platforms, such as websites, social media, video games, and e-learning materials. Animators use software like Adobe After Effects, Blender, or Toon Boom to design and animate characters, objects, and scenes. These roles can be freelance or remote positions, allowing animators to work from anywhere while collaborating with clients or teams online. Responsibilities may include storyboarding, motion graphics, character animation, and editing. This job requires creativity, technical skills, and an understanding of animation principles.

What does an online animation do?

A typical workday for an Online Animation professional often involves collaborating virtually with creative teams to discuss project goals, storyboards, and feedback, followed by several hours of hands-on animation work using specialized software. You may participate in online meetings to discuss revisions, share progress updates, and align on creative direction with clients or team members. Tasks commonly include designing characters or assets, animating scenes, and editing sequences to ensure smooth motion and visual appeal. The nature of online animation roles allows for flexibility, but meeting deadlines and communicating clearly across remote platforms is crucial. This role is ideal for self-motivated individuals who enjoy creative collaboration within a digital-first work environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in online animation, and why are they important?

Online Animation professionals need strong artistic abilities, proficiency in digital animation techniques, and a solid understanding of motion graphics principles, often backed by a relevant degree or portfolio. They typically use software such as Adobe After Effects, Toon Boom Harmony, or Blender and may benefit from certifications in digital media or animation. Excellent time management, communication, and collaboration skills help them thrive in remote or distributed teams. These skills are essential to consistently produce high-quality animations that meet client specifications and tight project deadlines.

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Infographic showing various Online Animation job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 64% Full Time, 34% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 78% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 21% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $81,974 per year, or $39.4 per hour.

Animation Director

Flying Bark Productions

Burbank, CA • On-site

$3.2K - $3.4K/wk

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Flying Bark Productions is a dynamic and innovative animation studio dedicated to pushing the boundaries of character animation and storytelling. We are working on exciting projects such as Avatar: The Last Airbender feature film, Netflix's Ghostbusters animated series, and Stranger Things animated series as well as upcoming feature film, Zac Power.
Flying Bark Productions is seeking an Animation Director to join our Burbank studio's growing team! Reporting to the Supervising Animation Director, the Animation Director will help lead the creative execution of animation throughout production, ensuring that character performance, acting, movement, timing, and staging align with the project's creative vision and established animation direction.
This role works closely with the internal animation leadership team and our external vendor studio to communicate creative intent, provide clear and constructive feedback, and maintain consistency and quality across the project.
This role is located onsite in our Burbank, CA office.
Key Responsibilities
  • Work under the direction of the Supervising Animation Director to support the creative execution of animation throughout production.
  • Translate the project's creative vision and animation direction into clear, actionable guidance for animators.
  • Review animation work and provide detailed notes on performance, acting, posing, timing, spacing, movement, staging, and overall execution.
  • Work closely with our vendor studio's AnimationLeadership to help guide the development of strong character performances and storytelling through animation.
  • Identify creative issues in animation and work with artists to develop effective solutions.
  • Maintain consistency in character performance, movement, and animation style across sequences and episodes.
  • Review animation at various stages of completion and provide timely, constructive feedback through draw-overs, written notes, and other forms of communication as needed to best convey animation notes.
  • Collaborate with the Supervising Animation Director to establish and maintain animation standards and expectations.
  • Work closely with Layout, Story, and other relevant departments to address animation-related creative needs and challenges.
  • Review storyboards and animatics from an animation perspective, identifying potential performance, staging, or technical challenges before they reach animation.
  • Help communicate animation requirements and creative intent to the leadership team working across internal and external teams.
  • Participate in animation reviews, screenings, and production meetings as needed.
  • Support the Supervising Animation Director in maintaining the overall quality and consistency of animation across the production.
  • Stay engaged with the work throughout the animation process and help ensure notes are understood and successfully implemented.
Qualifications
  • 5+ years professional experience on animated series or features.
  • Previous experience as an Animation Director or Lead Animator.
  • Strong understanding of animation principles, character acting, performance, timing, posing, staging, and storytelling.
  • Proficiency with industry-standard animation software and production tools such as Adobe Animate, Toon Boom Harmony, Autodesk Maya, SyncSketch, and ShotGrid.
  • Experience providing animation direction and detailed creative feedback to artists.
  • Strong visual and storytelling instincts with an ability to clearly communicate creative ideas.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with Showrunner, EPs, supervisors, directors, and other creative departments.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to give clear, constructive feedback while maintaining a collaborative and supportive working environment.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make thoughtful creative decisions within established direction.
  • Experience working with outsourced animation teams is a plus.

Why Work with Us?
  • We work on some of the coolest projects in the industry! Check out our website: Flying Bark
  • We have cake days, a dedicated culture club, and regular studio social events!
  • We offer a hybrid working approach, with flexible work-from-home days
  • Career development is a priority for us, and we provide ongoing training and support opportunities
  • Our employees rave about our inclusive and welcoming culture-everyone is celebrated here!

Flying Bark Productions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary Range: $3,250 - $3,400 weekly.

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