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Nen Creative

Motion Designer

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

The work spans 2D, UI, typography, compositing, and edit-driven animation -- sometimes a polished ... Experience in studio, agency, or fast-moving startup environments * Self-directed and remote-ready.

RUN STUDIOS LLC

Motion Graphic Designer (6803)

Seattle, WA · On-site +1

$58 - $65/hr

While this is a remote position, RUN Studios can only consider candidates currently residing in the ... Create and edit motion animation content according to established templates and creative direction.

Nen Creative

Motion Design Lead

San Francisco, CA · Remote

Some weeks you'll be deep in a flagship animation yourself; others you'll be running critique ... Experience in studio, agency, or fast-moving startup environments * Self-directed and remote-ready.

Nen Creative

Motion Design Lead

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

Some weeks you'll be deep in a flagship animation yourself; others you'll be running critique ... Experience in studio, agency, or fast-moving startup environments * Self-directed and remote-ready.

Nen Creative

Motion Design Lead

New York, NY · Remote

Some weeks you'll be deep in a flagship animation yourself; others you'll be running critique ... Experience in studio, agency, or fast-moving startup environments * Self-directed and remote-ready.

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Principal Character Technical Artist

San Mateo, CA · On-site +1

$133K - $198K/yr

... studio. You will use your mastery of DCC applications, Unreal Engine 5, rigging, and complex ... Work with Engineering to ensure character animation systems scale across platform targets.

RUN STUDIOS LLC

Graphic Designer (6347)

Seattle, WA · Remote

$60 - $70/hr

While this is a remote position, RUN Studios can only consider candidates currently residing in the ... Design engaging social media content including graphics, simple animations, and short-form video ...

Media.Monks

$70K/yr

... line/studio production as well as the post production process and workflow (2D/3D animation ... Hybrid/remote work experience is required; Attendance will occasionally be mandatory for office ...

Hovercraft

Senior Designer

$90K - $110K/yr

... animation outputs. * Find outside inspiration, and bring new thinking and ideas into the studio ... Hovercraft is a remote-first company, working primarily on Pacific and Mountain time. Anyone ...

RUN Studios

Senior Visual Designer (6784)

Seattle, WA · On-site +1

$65 - $90/hr

While this is a remote position, RUN Studios can only consider candidates currently residing in the ... on animation * Create simple, elegant design solutions for communicating technically complex ...

Hovercraft

Designer

$70K - $80K/yr

... animation outputs. * Find outside inspiration, and bring new thinking and ideas into the studio ... Hovercraft is a remote-first company, working primarily on Pacific and Mountain time. Anyone ...

Spiro

3D Experience Designer - Remote

Use animation to create impactful walk-through videos of your designs. Execution and Inspiration ... Expert knowledge of 3D Studio Max with V-ray or similar 3D industry-standard software * Minimal ...

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How much do remote animation studio jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote animation studio in the United States is $171,000.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $171,000.00 and $171,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How do remote animation studios typically coordinate teamwork and maintain creative collaboration across different locations?

Remote animation studios usually rely on a combination of cloud-based project management tools, video conferencing, and real-time collaboration software to coordinate teamwork. Artists, animators, and production staff often meet virtually for daily or weekly check-ins, share feedback through annotated reviews, and use shared asset libraries to ensure everyone is working with the latest files. This setup allows for flexibility, but also requires strong communication skills and self-motivation to keep projects on track. Many studios also host virtual brainstorming sessions or social events to foster a sense of team spirit and creative synergy, despite the physical distance.

What is the difference between Remote Animation Studio vs Remote Character Animator?

AspectRemote Animation StudioRemote Character Animator
CredentialsPortfolio, animation software skillsPortfolio, animation software skills
Work EnvironmentCollaborative teams, project-basedIndividual work, project-based
Industry UsageAnimation studios, media companiesMedia, gaming, advertising
Common Search IntentFinding full-service animation providersSeeking specialized character animation roles

Remote Animation Studios are comprehensive entities offering a range of animation services, often employing multiple animators. Remote Character Animators focus specifically on bringing characters to life through individual or team work. While both roles require animation skills and software proficiency, studios emphasize project management and collaboration, whereas character animators concentrate on character-specific tasks.

What is a remote animation studio?

A remote animation studio is a company or team that creates animated content while working from different locations rather than a centralized office. Artists, animators, writers, and producers collaborate virtually using digital tools to produce films, series, advertisements, or games. This setup allows studios to tap into global talent, offer flexible work arrangements, and often reduce overhead costs. Communication, project management, and file sharing are handled through online platforms to ensure smooth collaboration and timely project delivery.

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

To excel in a remote animation studio, you need expertise in animation principles, strong artistic abilities, and experience with industry-standard software like Adobe After Effects and Autodesk Maya, often supported by a relevant degree or portfolio. Familiarity with collaborative platforms such as Slack, ShotGrid, and cloud-based asset management systems is also essential. Excellent communication, time management, and self-motivation are crucial soft skills for remote teamwork and meeting deadlines. These competencies ensure that high-quality animation projects are delivered efficiently while maintaining effective collaboration despite the physical distance.
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Infographic showing various Remote Animation Studio job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $171,000 per year, or $82.2 per hour.

Motion Designer

Nen Creative

Los Angeles, CA • Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Please submit your application through this posting only. We're unable to review applications or follow-ups sent via email, direct message, or website inquiry.

About Nen Creative

Nen Creative partners with tech startups to launch bold ideas into the world, creating the brands, products, and stories that fuel their growth.

Since 2022, we've partnered with some of the world's top founders and institutions, including Amazon, Pear VC, Andreessen Horowitz, Mercor, Context Inc, Netic, Listen Labs, Tech Week, Mantis VC, Spur, Flora, and more.

We're growing fast and looking for great people to join us.

About the Opportunity

We're looking for a Motion Designer to join our growing team and help us bring our clients' biggest ideas to life in motion.

You'll work on launch videos, commercials, product explainers, social content, and brand campaigns for our roster of tech clients. The work spans 2D, UI, typography, compositing, and edit-driven animation — sometimes a polished hero sequence for a product launch, sometimes a fast-turn social cutdown, often both in the same week.

You'll partner closely with our producers, editors, designers, and directors, taking creative direction from our Motion Design Lead and contributing your own ideas as projects develop. You'll own your work from concept through final delivery, iterate quickly on feedback, and bring real craft to every frame regardless of timeline or scope.

This is a hands-on role in a fast-moving studio. We need someone with strong fundamentals, sharp visual instincts, and the appetite to push their work past the obvious version.

What You'll Do

  • Design and animate motion work across launch videos, commercials, product explainers, social content, and brand campaigns

  • Create work from concept through final delivery across 2D, UI, typography, compositing, and edit-driven animation

  • Translate creative direction and storyboards into compelling motion that hits the intended tone, pacing, and feel

  • Work closely with producers, editors, designers, and directors to bring ideas to life

  • Iterate quickly on feedback from creative leads and clients without losing the craft

  • Help build and maintain templates, presets, and motion systems that improve consistency across projects

  • Balance speed and quality while working across multiple projects and deadlines

  • Push work beyond the obvious. We value people with strong taste, attention to detail, and a desire to refine until the work feels exceptional

  • Stay current on tools, techniques, and trends that can elevate the motion work we ship

What We're Looking For

  • 3 to 5 years of experience as a motion designer, ideally in a studio, agency, or in-house creative team

  • A strong reel that demonstrates range across product and UI motion, brand work, and edit-driven animation

  • Expert in After Effects; comfortable in Figma and Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve

  • Strong visual design fundamentals — type, layout, color, composition, timing

  • Real point of view on motion — easing, transitions, restraint — and the ability to talk through your decisions

  • Solid eye for detail. You notice the things most people don't and care about getting them right

  • Comfortable taking feedback and iterating quickly without losing momentum

  • Experience in studio, agency, or fast-moving startup environments

  • Self-directed and remote-ready. You can manage your own workload, communicate clearly in writing, and stay aligned across time zones

  • Calm, organized, and dependable under pressure

Why Join Nen

  • Be part of a small, fast-growing creative studio trusted by world-class startups and investors

  • Work directly with the partners and creative leadership on ambitious, high-impact projects

  • Define and scale the motion practice as we build the team out

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), PTO, and company holidays