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US AI

Contract Animator

Rockville, MD · On-site

Contract / Freelance Duration: [e.g., 1-3 months, with potential extension] Hours: [e.g., 20-40 ... Key Responsibilities * Create 2D and/or 3D animations for marketing, product, and brand ...

TechLink Systems

Flash - Animator

Torrance, CA · On-site

Qualified candidate must be competent in compiling 2D/3D illustration sequences, video, web and ... Pointwing #: 27609 Thanks & Regards Hari Kishore Sr Recruiter TECHLINK SYSTEMS INC. PHONE : 415 ...

TechLink Systems

Flash - Animator

Torrance, CA · On-site

Qualified candidate must be competent in compiling 2D/3D illustration sequences, video, web and ... Pointwing #: 27609 Thanks & Regards Hari Kishore Sr Recruiter TECHLINK SYSTEMS INC. PHONE : 415 ...

IGT

Animator IV

Reno, NV · On-site +1

$105K - $120K/yr

In this senior-level role, you will lead animation efforts from concept to final implementation ... Expert-level proficiency in 2D and 3D animation tools such as After Effects, Spine, Maya, and ...

The Mill

Designer/Animator

Chicago, IL · On-site

The role of The Mill Designer/Animator is to work with his or her fellow Designers, Senior ... 2D or 3D design. * Create, design and animate where necessary, in collaboration with others or ...

The Mill

Designer/Animator

Chicago, IL

The role of The Mill Designer/Animator is to work with his or her fellow Designers, Senior ... 2D or 3D design. * Create, design and animate where necessary, in collaboration with others or ...

Progressive Gaming

Animator IV

Reno, NV · On-site +1

$105K - $120K/yr

In this senior-level role, you will lead animation efforts from concept to final implementation ... Expert-level proficiency in 2D and 3D animation tools such as After Effects, Spine, Maya, and ...

TBN

FREELANCE MOTION GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

You will collaborate within a team to develop full-screen animations, LED wall designs, and ... Create and design compelling 2D and 3D motion graphics for broadcast * Utilize software such as ...

Collabera

Senior Motion Dessigner

Seattle, WA · On-site

$120K - $137K/yr

After Effects skills include 2D animation, 3D model manipulation, visual effects, basic expressions. Conceptualize and execute motion animations using visual design (typography, composition, color ...

Nen Creative

Freelance Motion Designer

New York, NY · On-site

About the Opportunity We're looking for a freelance Motion Designer to help bring our clients ... The work spans 2D, UI, typography, compositing, and edit-driven animation - sometimes a polished ...

Nen Creative

Freelance Motion Designer

New York, NY · Remote

About the Opportunity We're looking for a freelance Motion Designer to help bring our clients ... The work spans 2D, UI, typography, compositing, and edit-driven animation -- sometimes a polished ...

Nen Creative

Freelance Motion Designer

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

About the Opportunity We're looking for a freelance Motion Designer to help bring our clients ... The work spans 2D, UI, typography, compositing, and edit-driven animation -- sometimes a polished ...

Leland

Animation & CGI Coach

$108K - $123K/yr

Ideal candidates have significant professional experience in animation or CGI (studio, freelance, or a combination), prior mentoring or teaching experience, and a clear, structured approach to ...

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How much do senior freelance 2d animator jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior freelance 2d animator in the United States is $112,707.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $106,000.00 and $121,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Freelance 2D Animator vs 2D Animation Artist?

AspectSenior Freelance 2D Animator2D Animation Artist
CredentialsPortfolio, experience, possibly certificationsPortfolio, basic skills, possibly certifications
Work EnvironmentFreelance, remote or on-site projectsStudio or freelance, often collaborative
Industry UsageFilm, advertising, gaming, online contentAnimation studios, media companies, freelance

The main difference is that a Senior Freelance 2D Animator typically has more experience, handles complex projects independently, and works on a freelance basis, while a 2D Animation Artist may be at an earlier career stage, often working within studios or as part of a team. Both roles require strong animation skills and portfolios, but the senior freelance role emphasizes project management and client interaction.

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Senior Technical Animator

Spinplay Games

Las Vegas, NV • On-site, Remote

$101K - $115K/yr

Full-time

Posted 17 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.