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Studio Wildcard

Technical Artist - Remote or On Site

Redmond, WA · On-site +1

$142K - $170K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Studio Wildcard - Redmond, WA or Remote Open role: Technical Artist We're Studio Wildcard ... Experience with Rigging, Animation, or Motion Capture * Experience working in the Unreal Engine

Brand New School

Design & Animation Producer

New York, NY · On-site +1

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  • PTO

This involves directly working with artists and department leads on a daily basis * Build and ... Mondays and Fridays remote. * Generous allotment of work from home flex days to work remotely on in ...

2K

Senior VFX Artist

Frisco, TX · Remote

Produce basic 3D models, UV mapping, and simple animations when necessary. * Meet style and quality ... Remote Please note that 2K Games and its studios never uses instant messaging apps or personal ...

M&S Consulting

3D Animator

Pasadena, CA · Remote

Strong portfolio demonstrating cinematic 3D animation and visualization work * Experience working ... Background animating mechanical systems, robotics, or engineering processes * Experience creating ...

QC Servion LLC

Visual Artist

$70K - $95K/yr

  • Medical

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  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Remote - work virtually from anywhere in the United States Salary QC Servion recognizes salary ... Consistently deliver graphics, animations, presentations, and marketing materials that meet ...

Hardsuit Labs

Technical Artist (Mid - Senior)

Seattle, WA · On-site +1

$144K - $173K/yr

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  • Dental

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  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Studio Art & Animation Director * Department: Art * Work Location: Fully Remote * Employment status: Full Time * FLSA: Salaried, Exempt * Benefits: Generous PTO, Health, Dental, & Vision coverage ...

Hardsuit Labs

Technical Artist (Mid - Senior)

Seattle, WA · Remote

$130K - $155K/yr

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  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Studio Art & Animation Director * Department: Art * Work Location: Fully Remote * Employment status: Full Time * FLSA: Salaried, Exempt * Benefits: Generous PTO, Health, Dental, & Vision coverage ...

Weekday AI

Adobe Specialists - After Effects

Preferred Background Candidates with experience in roles such as: * Motion Designer * Motion ... Visual Effects (VFX) Artist * Multimedia Designer * Animation Designer * Digital Content Creator ...

Newfangled Studios

Technical Motion Designer

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$55K/yr

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Newfangled Studios | Remote, Boston, Massachusetts The Role Newfangled Studios is a Creative ... As a member of our animation team, you'll be working closely with our artists and directors to ...

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How much do remote animation background artist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote animation background 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 are the most common challenges faced by remote animation background artists, and how can they be addressed?

Remote animation background artists often face challenges such as effective communication with the art and animation teams, managing feedback across different time zones, and maintaining consistency with the project's visual style. To address these, it's important to establish clear communication channels, participate in regular video or chat meetings, and use project management tools to track revisions and deadlines. Additionally, sharing work-in-progress files and style guides ensures alignment with the creative vision and helps streamline collaboration.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote animation background artist?

To thrive as a Remote Animation Background Artist, you need strong artistic abilities in illustration, composition, and color theory, typically supported by a portfolio showcasing relevant work. Proficiency in digital painting software such as Adobe Photoshop or Clip Studio Paint is essential, and familiarity with project management tools like Trello or Slack is often required for remote collaboration. Attention to detail, creativity, time management, and clear communication make someone stand out in this position. These skills are important to produce visually appealing backgrounds, meet production deadlines, and collaborate effectively with animation teams from a distance.

What is the difference between Remote Animation Background Artist vs Remote Character Animator?

AspectRemote Animation Background ArtistRemote Character Animator
Required SkillsDrawing, painting, environment design, knowledge of animation softwareCharacter movement, acting, rigging, animation software proficiency
Work EnvironmentHome studio, freelance or studio-basedHome studio, freelance or studio-based
Industry UsageFilm, TV, video games, advertisingFilm, TV, video games, advertising
Common Search IntentFocus on backgrounds and environmentsFocus on character animation and performance

Both roles often require similar credentials like proficiency in animation software and a portfolio. The main difference lies in their focus: Background Artists create environments, while Character Animators bring characters to life. Understanding these distinctions helps job seekers target their skills and applications effectively.

What does a remote animation background artist do?

A Remote Animation Background Artist creates detailed and visually appealing backgrounds for animated productions while working from a remote location. They collaborate with art directors and other team members to ensure the backgrounds fit the style and mood of the project. Their work helps set the scene, atmosphere, and context for the animation, enhancing the storytelling. This role requires strong artistic skills, proficiency with digital painting software, and the ability to meet deadlines independently.
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Technical Artist - Remote or On Site

Studio Wildcard

Redmond, WA • On-site, Remote

$142K - $170K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Studio Wildcard - Redmond, WA or Remote

Open role:

Technical Artist


We're Studio Wildcard, developers of the smash indie hit ARK: Survival Evolved -- one of the most popular and original video games in recent years. Despite our massive success, we've been able to stay independent, so that we can steer our own future in games and beyond. There's never been a better time for you to join this adventure and help us build ARK Survival Ascended, the next chapter of our original hit franchise! We're expanding and updating many of the ARK community's most beloved features while taking full advantage of the latest tools and technologies.

And now we're searching for an exceptionally talented and passionate Technical Artist who can create high-impact work for the expanding ARK franchise.

Responsibilities:

  • Solve technical art problems across disciplines
  • Approve assets and perform quality checks
  • Optimize gameplay and environment assets
  • Create documentation and provide pipeline improvements
  • Integrate Gameplay-related assets
    • LODs (Simplygon)
    • Destruction meshes
    • Custom gameplay metadata
    • NVIDIA GameWorks


Requirements:

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in game development as a technical artist with at least 1 shipped title
  • Capable of mastering new pipeline and tech tools
  • Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team that is scattered throughout the world


Pluses:

  • Experience with Rigging, Animation, or Motion Capture
  • Experience working in the Unreal Engine
  • Shader Programming GLSL, HLSL, CG
  • Tool Programming MEL, PyMel, MaxScript, Python, Fabric Engine


Required Application Materials:

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter which should include
    • Why you are interested in working for Studio Wildcard
    • What games you are currently playing


About Studio Wildcard

Studio Wildcard was founded in 2014 by industry veterans Jeremy Stieglitz and Jesse Rapczak, with the mission of bringing AAA quality to ambitious indie productions designed for core gamers. With countless years of combined industry experience across multiple independent and studio-backed titles, Wildcard's core team continues to grow, with offices in Redmond, WA, and Gainesville, FL including distributed team members across multiple continents.


Equal Opportunity Employer
Wildcard is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws, regulations or ordinances. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodations due to disability during the application or the recruiting process, please let us know.


Pay Transparency Information
The expected annual base pay range(s) for this position vary based on a variety of factors, which include: (but aren't limited to) skills, competencies, qualifications, knowledge, and experience. Each pay range is only relevant to those residing in WA state and can vary based on geographical location.


Wildcard Benefits
We pay 100% of all premiums for the employee and discounted rates for dependent premiums. Our coverage includes Medical (5 different plans to choose from), Dental, Vision, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, 401(k) option, 100% covered Parental Leave, PTO, Paid Holidays, Unlimited Sick Time, and FSA/ HSA options

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