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Progressive Gaming

Animator

Reno, NV

$114K - $141K/yr

You'll shape the look, feel, and energy of our games-owning animation from concept to final polish ... Collaborate with designers, engineers, and artists to define and execute creative vision * Bring ...

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How much do overnight animation background artist jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for overnight animation background artist in the United States is $123,136.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,000.00 and $170,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Overnight Animation Background Artist vs Background Painter?

AspectOvernight Animation Background ArtistBackground Painter
CredentialsRelevant art or animation degree, portfolioArt or design degree, portfolio
Work EnvironmentAnimation studios, late-night shiftsAnimation or film studios, flexible hours
Industry UsagePrimarily in animation productionUsed in animation, film, and TV
Search & ComparisonOften compared for animation-specific rolesMore general, less focused on animation

The Overnight Animation Background Artist specializes in creating backgrounds specifically for animated projects, often working overnight to meet production deadlines. Background Painters may work across various media, including film and TV, with less emphasis on animation-specific workflows. While both roles require strong artistic skills and relevant credentials, the Overnight Animation Background Artist focuses on animation pipelines and often works night shifts, whereas Background Painters may have more flexible schedules and broader industry applications.

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Infographic showing various Overnight Animation Background Artist job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 31% Full Time, and 69% Part Time. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $123,136 per year, or $59.2 per hour.
After-School Digital Animation & Art Instructor (Part-Time)

After-School Digital Animation & Art Instructor (Part-Time)

Concorde Education

New York, NY

$50/hr

Part-time

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Location: On-site at partner schools (varies by assignment)
Schedule: Typically 1 hour per week after school for ~10 weeks
Additional Opportunities: Some instructors run 2–4 hours per week or multiple assignments
Start Dates: Rolling openings throughout the school year
Compensation: $50+ per instructional hour (flexible based on experience)

About the Role

Concorde Education is seeking an engaging Digital Animation Instructor to lead a short-format after-school enrichment class. Students will explore the basics of animation and learn how movement, timing, and visual storytelling bring characters and scenes to life.

Classes focus on hands-on creative projects using school-approved tools (often Chromebooks and browser-based animation software).

This is a once-per-week enrichment class, typically running for about 10 weeks, with flexible pacing based on student needs.

Example Topics

Students may explore topics such as:

  • Animation basics (frames, timing, loops, fps)
  • Storyboarding and visual storytelling
  • Character and background design
  • Frame-by-frame animation or simple motion graphics
  • Stop-motion and GIF animation
  • Timing sound or music with motion
  • Exporting animations for sharing or presentation
  • Constructive peer feedback and creative revision
  • Tools may include Wick Editor or similar web-based animation platforms.

Responsibilities

  • Lead engaging project-based animation sessions
  • Demonstrate animation concepts in an accessible way for beginners
  • Support students as they design and create short animations
  • Adapt activities based on student age and available technology
  • Foster a creative and respectful classroom environment
  • Communicate with school staff and Concorde program coordinators
  • Guide students toward completing a final animation project

Qualifications

  • Minimum 60 college credits
  • Experience with animation, digital media, or motion graphics
  • Experience working with school-age students (school, camp, tutoring, etc.)
  • Strong communication and classroom facilitation skills
  • Reliable, punctual, and professional
  • Comfortable using Chromebooks and web-based creative tools

Who This Role Is Great For

  • Teachers or teaching assistants
  • College students studying animation, art, film, or design
  • Digital artists or animators
  • Creative professionals looking for flexible part-time work
  • Anyone who enjoys helping students bring ideas to life through animation