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SharkNinja

Motion Designer

New York, NY · On-site

We are now looking for the motion artist who will bring our biggest ideas to life in ways that stop people cold. Not just animation. Obsession. ABOUT THE ROLE This is not a finishing role. The Motion ...

Life.Church

Motion Designer

Edmond, OK · On-site

The Motion Designer is primarily responsible for developing motion graphics based on the needs and ... It doesn't stop there-the more years on staff, the greater the investment! * $160 annually in ...

Life.Church

Motion Designer

Edmond, OK · On-site

The Motion Designer is primarily responsible for developing motion graphics based on the needs and ... It doesn't stop there--the more years on staff, the greater the investment! * $160 annually in ...

SentinelOne

Social Media and Motion Designer

OR · Remote

You'll concept, design, and produce motion-driven creative that brings the SentinelOne brand to life across social and digital platforms - work that tells a story in two seconds and makes people stop ...

SentinelOne

Social Media and Motion Designer

You'll concept, design, and produce motion-driven creative that brings the SentinelOne brand to life across social and digital platforms - work that tells a story in two seconds and makes people stop ...

Hearst

Senior Social Editor & Animator

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

$88K - $94K/yr

Experiment with stop-motion, mixed media, lo-fi effects, and emerging formats to keep content cutting-edge. * Integrate AI tools like Runway to enhance workflows and elevate creative output.

Hearst

Senior Social Editor & Animator

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

$88K - $94K/yr

Experiment with stop-motion, mixed media, lo-fi effects, and emerging formats to keep content cutting-edge. * Integrate AI tools like Runway to enhance workflows and elevate creative output.

Hearst

Senior Social Editor & Animator

New York, NY · Hybrid

$88K - $94K/yr

Experiment with stop-motion, mixed media, lo-fi effects, and emerging formats to keep content cutting-edge. * Integrate AI tools like Runway to enhance workflows and elevate creative output.

Hearst

Senior Social Editor & Animator

New York, NY · Hybrid

$88K - $94K/yr

Experiment with stop-motion, mixed media, lo-fi effects, and emerging formats to keep content cutting-edge. * Integrate AI tools like Runway to enhance workflows and elevate creative output.

Hearst

Senior Social Editor & Animator

New York, NY · Hybrid

$88K - $94K/yr

Experiment with stop-motion, mixed media, lo-fi effects, and emerging formats to keep content cutting-edge. * Integrate AI tools like Runway to enhance workflows and elevate creative output.

Hearst

Senior Social Editor & Animator

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

$88K - $94K/yr

Experiment with stop-motion, mixed media, lo-fi effects, and emerging formats to keep content cutting-edge. * Integrate AI tools like Runway to enhance workflows and elevate creative output.

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How much do stop motion jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for stop motion in the United States is $66,779.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,500.00 and $84,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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.

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Infographic showing various Stop Motion job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $66,779 per year, or $32.1 per hour.
Technology Education Teacher

Technology Education Teacher

Merrimack School District

Merrimack, NH

Other

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

The Merrimack Middle School is looking to hire a dynamic Technology Education Teacher to join our team.  Our Technology Education Teaching positions focus on S-T-E-A-M and integrating our hands on projects/explorations with all of the core class content. Among the many projects we do with 7th and 8th grade students: Create a photo poster, stop motion animation, building multiple layer paper towers that can hold 30-50 lbs, balsa stick bridges that can hold 20-50 lbs with the lowest mass efficiency, slime [from a scientific perspective], Zentangle-ish and mandala designs, Light-up greeting cards [teaching basics of electricity], origami boxes [deconstruct and construct], marble run, string art [learning to measure!], paint and water as a science experiment, marble jump dynamics, egg drops, racing dragsters, etc. So many avenues to explore and so little time! Come join the fun!
Must be NH Certified
Competitive benefits package, including, but not limited to: 


  • Medical/Dental Insurance
  • Retirement  
  • Leave Benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Program


Salary based on MTA contract 

Please apply online with:

Resume
Cover letter
Three letters of recommendation
Current certification




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