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Spinplay Games

Senior Technical Animator

Las Vegas, NV · On-site +1

$101K - $115K/yr

You'll work closely with artists, designers, and developers to build efficient animation pipelines ... Applications without a 2D animation portfolio will not be considered.

Arrow International, Inc

Senior Artist

$130K - $155K/yr

... remote role. The ideal candidate is a highly versatile game artist with experience creating and ... Solid understanding of animation principles and experience creating or implementing 2D and/or 3D ...

Flying Bark Productions

3D Animation Lead

Denver, NC · On-site +1

The lead also coaches junior artists, collaborates with other departments, and supports production ... For over 50 years, our 2D and 3D production facility hascreated award-winning feature films and TV ...

IGT

Animator IV

Reno, NV · On-site +1

$105K - $120K/yr

Partner with cross-functional teams to define animation strategies, artistic direction, and final ... While it isn't remote-eligible, we welcome applicants who already live in Reno/surrounding areas or ...

Progressive Gaming

Animator IV

Reno, NV · On-site +1

$105K - $120K/yr

Partner with cross-functional teams to define animation strategies, artistic direction, and final ... While it isn't remote-eligible, we welcome applicants who already live in Reno/surrounding areas or ...

IGT

Animator

Reno, NV · On-site +1

$114K - $141K/yr

Collaborate with designers, engineers, and artists to define and execute creative vision * Bring ... Strong portfolio/reel showcasing animation, timing, and visual storytelling * Expertise in 2D/3D ...

Progressive Gaming

Animator

Reno, NV · On-site +1

$114K - $141K/yr

Collaborate with designers, engineers, and artists to define and execute creative vision * Bring ... Strong portfolio/reel showcasing animation, timing, and visual storytelling * Expertise in 2D/3D ...

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote 2d animation artist in the United States is $29.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.76 and $32.93 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote 2D Animation Artist vs Remote Motion Graphics Designer?

AspectRemote 2D Animation ArtistRemote Motion Graphics Designer
Required SkillsDrawing, character animation, storytellingGraphic design, visual effects, text animation
Tools UsedToon Boom, Adobe Animate, PhotoshopAfter Effects, Adobe Premiere, Illustrator
Work EnvironmentAnimation studios, freelance, media companiesAdvertising agencies, media firms, freelance
Industry UsageEntertainment, gaming, online contentAdvertising, branding, broadcast

While both roles involve visual creation, Remote 2D Animation Artists focus on character animation and storytelling, often working on cartoons or animated videos. Remote Motion Graphics Designers primarily create animated graphics and visual effects for commercials, videos, and branding. Understanding these differences helps employers and professionals choose the right role based on skills and project needs.

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Infographic showing various Remote 2D Animation Artist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 66% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 18% Contract. Highlights an 2% In-person, and 98% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,546 per year, or $29.1 per hour.

Senior Technical Animator

Spinplay Games

Las Vegas, NV • On-site, Remote

$101K - $115K/yr

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Description
Please note that although our team is fully remote, SpinPlay currently only operates out of NV and TX. Candidate must be willing to work from/relocate to those locations. The art team is expected to be available to work during the hours of 9am-3pm Pacific time.  Relocation assistance is available.
SpinPlay Games is looking for a Technical Animator who enjoys solving technical challenges just as much as creating exceptional animation. This role sits at the intersection of art, design, and engineering, helping transform game concepts into polished, optimized player experiences.
You'll work closely with artists, designers, and developers to build efficient animation pipelines, optimize assets for production, and ensure game features are implemented accurately. Success in this role requires strong technical animation skills, attention to detail, and the ability to identify potential issues before they reach production.

Key Responsibilities
  • Build, rig, and maintain high-quality Spine animation files for production.
  • Create animator-ready files with clean skeletons, skins, constraints, and reusable setups. 
  • Optimize animations for performance while maintaining visual quality. 
  • Manage animation assets, project structure, and technical workflows throughout development. 
  • Coordinate technical handoffs between art and engineering teams. 
  • Review game design documentation to understand feature requirements and identify technical considerations before implementation. 
  • Recognize missing, unclear, or inconsistent requirements and work with designers and developers to resolve them. 
  • Conduct technical reviews of animation files to ensure they meet team standards before export. 
  • Continuously improve animation workflows and production efficiency.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
  • Minimum 6 years experience using Spine, ideally without use of the mesh tool
  • Minimum 6 years experience in 2D animation, drawing and illustration
  • Experience in slot machine games (mobile platform) is a plus.
  • Strong understanding of rigging, animation workflows, and optimization.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. 
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across disciplines. 
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate technical challenges before they become production issues. 
  • Comfortable reading and understanding detailed game design and technical documentation.
  • Applications without a 2D animation portfolio will not be considered.