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Stop Motion Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

... motion capture equipment while performing designated movements and actions based on project requirements • Start/stop recording devices and perform minor equipment and software debugging • ...

Sr. Software Engineer - Wheeled Controls

Austin, TX · On-site

$121K - $160K/yr

You thrive on the challenge of coordinating base motion with arm/torso dynamics, managing coupled ... This includes implementing safety-rated speed monitoring, emergency stop logic, and ensuring ...

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What is a Stop Motion job?

A Stop Motion job involves creating animation by capturing individual frames of physically manipulated objects, such as puppets, clay figures, or paper cutouts, and then playing them in sequence to create movement. Professionals in this field work in roles like animators, model makers, or directors, often using specialized cameras, lighting, and editing software. These jobs can be found in film, television, advertising, and social media content creation. Attention to detail, patience, and creativity are essential skills for success in stop motion animation.

What are some common challenges faced by Stop Motion Animators during production?

Stop Motion Animators frequently encounter challenges such as maintaining character consistency frame-to-frame, managing time-consuming manual tasks, and troubleshooting technical difficulties with lighting or camera setups. The role often requires long hours of focused work and adaptability when encountering unforeseen issues like set pieces shifting or models breaking. Effective communication with directors, model makers, and other team members is crucial to navigate and resolve these challenges efficiently. Over time, animators gain strategies to streamline workflows and hone problem-solving skills, making each project more manageable and rewarding.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Stop Motion position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Stop Motion Animator role, you need a strong background in animation principles, meticulous attention to detail, and proficiency in design or animation software, often supported by a degree in animation, film, or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard tools such as Dragonframe, Adobe Creative Suite, and camera equipment is highly valued. Creativity, patience, and effective teamwork are essential soft skills for managing the iterative and collaborative nature of stop motion projects. These skills ensure the animator can produce high-quality, expressive animations within tight deadlines and collaborative production environments.

What cities in Texas are hiring for Stop Motion jobs? Cities in Texas with the most Stop Motion job openings:
Infographic showing various Stop Motion job openings in Texas as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution.

Children's Visual Arts Part-Time Program Instructor

Six Pixels Film & STEM Academy

Houston, TX • On-site

$15 - $20/hr

Part-time

Posted 15 days ago


Job description

Six Pixels Film & STEM Academy (www.sixpixelsfilmacademy.com) is a creative youth education program offering fun, engaging, hands-on classes and special events in moviemaking, stop motion, art and animation, video production and editing, movie acting, puppetry, set and prop design, cosplay and character development, and STEAM fundamentals such as robotics, circuitry, CAD design, and 3-D printing, all wrapped around a unique STEAM-enriched, story-centric curriculum.

We help children explore STEAM in a safe, collaborative, active, and social environment, promoting teamwork, confidence, problem-solving skills, and creative thinking. Offering after-school programs, homeschool classes, summer camps, workshops, events, field trips, Kids' Night Out, birthday parties, and more, Six Pixels offers a structured curriculum that builds a multitude of real-world career skills through carefully designed challenges that encourage students to create stories, develop technical and artistic skills, spark the imagination, and have some fun with science along the way.

We are currently hiring a part-time instructor (10-15 hours per week) for youth stop motion and animation after-school programs, filmmaking workshops, and special events. Will train on the curriculum, previous teaching experience preferred; video editing experience a plus.

Job Details:
  • Will assist a group of 6-12 children per class, ages 7+, to create original stories, direct, operate camera and sound, and edit their own work. Background in education or film preferred.
  • After-school programs are taught at several schools across the Houston region, typically between the hours of 2-5pm; locations and times will vary each day, so instructors need reliable transportation to be able to arrive early, set up equipment, teach class, and break down after class. Camps and special events are held at our studio in the North Houston area.
  • When not teaching, instructors will assist with video editing and community outreach activities to increase brand awareness and drive customer engagement.

Requirements:
  • Since the candidate will be working closely with children, they must pass a background check and drug test. Please don't apply if you can't pass both.
  • Candidate must also have a reliable form of transportation as travel is required.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates can submit a resume and cover letter to Sarah Miller at sarah@sixpixelsfilmacademy.com