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Associate Costume Designer

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$67 - $75/hr

Skydance Animation is seeking an Associate Costume Designer to join the studio's Costume Department. Reporting to the Head of Costume Design, the Associate Costume Designer will expand upon and ...

Skydance

Associate Costume Designer

Santa Monica, CA

$67 - $75/hr

Skydance Animation is seeking an Associate Costume Designer to join the studio's Costume Department. Reporting to the Head of Costume Design, the Associate Costume Designer will expand upon and ...

Skydance

Costume Designer

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$2.9K - $4.0K/wk

Skydance Animation is seeking a Costume Designer to lead the design and execution of wardrobe across all characters, from leads to crowds, ensuring visual consistency throughout our film. As a key ...

Skydance

Costume Designer

Santa Monica, CA

$2.9K - $4.0K/wk

Skydance Animation is seeking a Costume Designer to lead the design and execution of wardrobe across all characters, from leads to crowds, ensuring visual consistency throughout our film. As a key ...

Skydance

Art Director

Santa Monica, CA

$2.9K - $4.6K/wk

Skydance Animation is seeking an Art Director to help shape the visual identity of an upcoming animated feature film. This role is central to defining and executing the overall look and feel of the ...

Skydance

Character Designer

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$2.9K - $4.0K/wk

Skydance Animation is seeking an experienced Character Designer to join our team on an upcoming feature film. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in bringing stories to life by shaping the ...

Skydance

Character Designer

Santa Monica, CA

$2.9K - $4.0K/wk

Skydance Animation is seeking an experienced Character Designer to join our team on an upcoming feature film. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in bringing stories to life by shaping the ...

Skydance

Senior Gameplay Engineer

OR · Remote

$150K - $180K/yr

... and animation divisions. Recruitment Fraud Alert It has come to our attention that there may be fraudulent activity by individuals impersonating our Talent Acquisition team. Skydance will only ...

Skydance

Art Director

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$2.9K - $4.0K/wk

Skydance Animation is seeking an Art Director to help shape the visual identity of an upcoming animated feature film. This role is central to defining and executing the overall look and feel of the ...

Skydance

Senior Gameplay Engineer

OR · Remote

$150K - $180K/yr

... and animation divisions. Recruitment Fraud Alert It has come to our attention that there may be fraudulent activity by individuals impersonating our Talent Acquisition team. Skydance will only ...

Skydance

Senior Gameplay Engineer

Santa Monica, CA · Remote

$150K - $180K/yr

... and animation divisions. Recruitment Fraud Alert It has come to our attention that there may be fraudulent activity by individuals impersonating our Talent Acquisition team. Skydance will only ...

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Senior Gameplay Engineer

OR · Remote

$150K - $180K/yr

... and animation divisions. Recruitment Fraud Alert It has come to our attention that there may be fraudulent activity by individuals impersonating our Talent Acquisition team. Skydance will only ...

Skydance

Senior Gameplay Engineer

OR · Remote

$150K - $180K/yr

... and animation divisions. Recruitment Fraud Alert It has come to our attention that there may be fraudulent activity by individuals impersonating our Talent Acquisition team. Skydance will only ...

Skydance

Senior Gameplay Engineer

OR · Remote

$150K - $180K/yr

... and animation divisions. Recruitment Fraud Alert It has come to our attention that there may be fraudulent activity by individuals impersonating our Talent Acquisition team. Skydance will only ...

Skydance

Senior Gameplay Engineer

OR · Remote

$150K - $180K/yr

... and animation divisions. Recruitment Fraud Alert It has come to our attention that there may be fraudulent activity by individuals impersonating our Talent Acquisition team. Skydance will only ...

Skydance

Senior Gameplay Engineer

OR · Remote

$150K - $180K/yr

... and animation divisions. Recruitment Fraud Alert It has come to our attention that there may be fraudulent activity by individuals impersonating our Talent Acquisition team. Skydance will only ...

Skydance

Senior Gameplay Engineer

OR · Remote

$150K - $180K/yr

... and animation divisions. Recruitment Fraud Alert It has come to our attention that there may be fraudulent activity by individuals impersonating our Talent Acquisition team. Skydance will only ...

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Senior Systems Engineer

Santa Monica, CA · Hybrid

$160K - $185K/yr

... and animation divisions. Recruitment Fraud Alert It has come to our attention that there may be fraudulent activity by individuals impersonating our Talent Acquisition team. Skydance will only ...

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Senior Systems Engineer

Seattle, WA · Hybrid

$160K - $185K/yr

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Senior Systems Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$160K - $185K/yr

... and animation divisions. Recruitment Fraud Alert It has come to our attention that there may be fraudulent activity by individuals impersonating our Talent Acquisition team. Skydance will only ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for skydance animation in the United States is $39.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.88 and $63.94 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is Skydance Animation?

Skydance Animation is a division of Skydance Media that focuses on creating animated feature films and television series. Founded in 2017, the studio produces high-quality animation for global audiences, working with top talent in the industry. Skydance Animation has released and developed several major projects, often collaborating with platforms like Apple TV+. They strive to combine compelling storytelling with cutting-edge animation technology.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an animation artist at Skydance Animation?

To thrive as an Animation Artist at Skydance Animation, you need strong artistic abilities, proficiency in 2D/3D animation, and a solid understanding of storytelling and character development, often supported by a degree in animation or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard tools such as Autodesk Maya, Adobe Creative Suite, and other animation software is typically required. Creativity, teamwork, and effective communication are crucial soft skills that set top professionals apart in collaborative studio environments. These skills ensure the creation of high-quality, engaging animations that align with the studio's vision and production deadlines.

What are some common challenges faced when working on animated film projects at Skydance Animation?

At Skydance Animation, team members often navigate tight production schedules and the need for seamless collaboration across various departments such as story, modeling, rigging, and lighting. The creative process demands adaptability, as project goals and artistic direction may evolve based on feedback and production needs. Additionally, ensuring high-quality output while balancing technical constraints can be a rewarding but complex challenge. Working in this fast-paced, innovative environment fosters strong teamwork and continuous learning.

What is the difference between Skydance Animation vs Skydance Visual Effects Artist?

AspectSkydance AnimationSkydance Visual Effects Artist
CredentialsBachelor's in Animation, Art, or related field; strong portfolioBachelor's in Visual Effects, Computer Graphics, or related; proficiency in VFX software
Work EnvironmentAnimation studios, collaborative teams, creative settingsPost-production facilities, VFX studios, digital environments
Industry UsageFilm, TV, animated featuresFilm, commercials, visual effects for media

Skydance Animation focuses on creating animated content and characters, while Skydance Visual Effects Artists specialize in integrating visual effects into live-action or animated projects. Both roles require strong technical skills and work within the entertainment industry, but their core responsibilities differ in focus and tools used.

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Infographic showing various Skydance Animation job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 7% Internship, 65% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 71% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 26% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $81,974 per year, or $39.4 per hour.

Associate Costume Designer

Skydance

Santa Monica, CA • On-site

$67 - $75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Skydance Animation is seeking an Associate Costume Designer to join the studio's Costume Department. Reporting to the Head of Costume Design, the Associate Costume Designer will expand upon and support the development of wardrobe concepts established in collaboration with the broader Visual Development team and film leadership.
This role ensures the creative vision is carried through consistently, while identifying opportunities to enhance storytelling and elevate character performance through research and design. Additionally, this position will also bring technical expertise in costume packeting, supported by a solid foundation in garment construction, tailoring, fabrics, and sewing techniques.
The ideal candidate brings prior experience in animation visual development, has a passion for how costume design enhances storytelling, and is highly detail orientated.
Responsibilities
  • Assist in the development and visual styles of costumes alongside the Head of Costume Design and Production Designer by following the Director's overall vision for story, character development, and visual tone
  • Drive costume research in support of the films vision
  • Visually explore research by pitching, iterating, adapting, and designing different costumes taking into consideration leaderships notes and feedback
  • Create costume style guide and apply approved design language to primary, secondary, tertiary, and crowds
  • Resolve design issues with Production Designer, Lead Character Designer, and rest of Visual Development team
  • Provide and share expertise on clothing styles, fabrics, fabrication techniques, and patterns to align with the narratives, character, and show designs
  • Prepare detailed costume packets alongside Costume Design Assistants considering downstream departments by including and advising on information such as textiles, fabric properties, and garment construction including pattern making and draping
  • Partner with Costume Design Assistants by tracking assignments, giving notes, doing draw overs all while keeping in mind quality set by department leads
  • Creative problem solving
  • Implement feedback promptly ensuring deadlines are met
  • Promote a positive, collaborative, and inclusive team culture within the larger Production and Art team

Requirements
  • 5+ years of experience working as a visual development artist on animated projects and 1+ years working on costume designs in visual development, theater, live action, or related field
  • Education in Fashion Design, Costume Design, Toy Design, or Art preferred
  • Self-starter and organizer with the ability to drive all production needs keeping mind production pipeline and deadlines
  • Demonstrated ability to prepare detailed costume packets for downstream animation departments that inform final design execution
  • Knowledge of costume terminology, methods, practices, and techniques
  • Proficiency in drawing (including human and animal anatomy), design, perspective, composition, painting, lighting and color theory
  • Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop
  • Requirement to be, or become, a member in good standing of the Animation Guild (Local 839)

The compensation range for this non-exempt position in Los Angeles, CA is $67.00-75.00/hour. The rate offered may vary based on the candidate's location, qualifications, experience and relevant expertise, among other factors. The range indicated is for base salary only and does not reflect the total compensation package, including bonus, benefits, etc.
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