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Technical Animator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

High Moon Studios is seeking a talented and self-directed Technical Animator who can join for a 12-month temporary assignment. The candidate must be passionate about making great games, and must be a ...

High Moon Studios is seeking a talented and self-directed Technical Animator who can join for a 12-month temporary assignment. The candidate must be passionate about making great games, and must be a ...

Work closely with technical animation and other stakeholders to develop and improve animation pipelines. * Collaborate with the Director, Leads, and other artists on the team to create a cohesive ...

High Moon Studios is seeking a talented and self-directed Technical Animator who can join for a 12-month temporary assignment. The candidate must be passionate about making great games, and must be a ...

Senior Gameplay Animator (Locomotion)

Boston, MA · On-site

$115.20K - $131.50K/yr

You will work from previsualization and prototyping through final in-engine implementation, collaborating with Art, Design, Technical Animation, and Engineering. Your goal will be to ensure animation ...

Senior Gameplay Animator (Locomotion)

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$115.20K - $131.50K/yr

You will work from previsualization and prototyping through final in-engine implementation, collaborating with Art, Design, Technical Animation, and Engineering. Your goal will be to ensure animation ...

This role requires strong leadership skills, technical knowledge of animation tools (especially Maya), and the ability to solve creative and technical challenges while meeting deadlines. The lead ...

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The Animator will read through scripts and speak with clients to understand project needs, create ... Attention to detail, strong technical skills, and creative problem solving are key * Must be ...

Animator IV

Reno, NV

$105.70K - $120.60K/yr

... animators ... Working closely with Game Designers, Engineers, Technical Artists, and Art peers, you will drive a ...

Animator IV

Reno, NV

$105.70K - $120.60K/yr

... animators ... Working closely with Game Designers, Engineers, Technical Artists, and Art peers, you will drive a ...

Animator

Reno, NV

$114.50K - $141.40K/yr

... strong technical and commercial capabilities and nurtured by a culture of collaboration ... Create high-impact animations and visual effects for real-time and pre-rendered gameplay * Craft ...

Animator

Reno, NV

$114.50K - $141.40K/yr

... strong technical and commercial capabilities and nurtured by a culture of collaboration ... Create high-impact animations and visual effects for real-time and pre-rendered gameplay * Craft ...

Self-motivated and able to troubleshoot technical challenges * Online communication (English) and Team-collaboration skills * A passion for animation and a dedication to creating AAA quality games ...

... Animator to bring ideas, products, and stories to life through compelling motion design and ... The ideal candidate blends strong visual storytelling with technical execution, works efficiently ...

Audio-Visual Animator WHO WE ARE: STAHL Companies provides the Program Management for its Channel ... The Channel's founding Technical Board Members include former government leaders and IT executives ...

Audio-Visual Animator Department: CSPMSADD Employment Type: Contract / Temp Location: CSPMSADD ... The Channel's founding Technical Board Members include former government leaders and IT executives ...

The 3D Animator will create high-fidelity, cinematic animations that communicate complex scientific and technical concepts through compelling visual storytelling. This role is ideal for a senior ...

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How much do technical animator jobs pay per hour?

As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for technical animator 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 a Technical Animator job?

A Technical Animator bridges the gap between art and programming in animation and game development. They create animation rigs, develop tools, and ensure characters and objects move smoothly and efficiently. Their work involves collaboration with animators, artists, and engineers to optimize animation processes and integrate assets into game engines. They also troubleshoot technical issues and improve workflows to enhance animation quality and performance.

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

To thrive as a Technical Animator, you need a solid foundation in 3D animation principles, rigging, scripting, and a relevant degree such as computer graphics or animation. Proficiency in software like Autodesk Maya, Blender, MotionBuilder, and scripting languages such as Python or MEL is typically required, along with knowledge of game engines like Unity or Unreal Engine. Strong problem-solving abilities, collaboration skills, and clear communication help Technical Animators excel in cross-disciplinary teams. These competencies enable you to bridge creative and technical workflows, ensuring high-quality, efficient animation production for games, films, or other media.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Technical Animator?

As a Technical Animator, your daily tasks often include creating and maintaining character rigs, developing animation tools or scripts, troubleshooting technical issues, and collaborating with artists and programmers to ensure smooth animation pipelines. You might also optimize assets for performance and work closely with designers to implement animations in game engines or other platforms. The role often involves both hands-on creative work and problem-solving technical challenges. Communication and teamwork are important, as you will regularly coordinate with various departments to deliver high-quality animated content efficiently.
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Senior Technical Gameplay Animator

Senior Technical Gameplay Animator

Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE)

Santa Monica, CA • On-site

$126.40K - $227K/yr

Other

Posted 22 days ago


Job description

Why Sony Interactive Entertainment?

Sony Interactive Entertainment isn't just the Best Place to Play - it's also the Best Place to Work. Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) is the company behind the PlayStation brand. As a subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation, we're part of a proud legacy of innovation and excellence. SIE is a dynamic technology company, delivering cutting-edge hardware and network services to more than 100 million people and an entertainment leader, home to some of the most beloved and recognizable intellectual properties (IP) in the world. Our role at SIE is to create and nurture the experiences under the PlayStation brand, a name synonymous with entertainment excellence and creativity.

This is a hybrid / onsite position.

For nearly 40 years, Naughty Dog has been crafting best-selling, critically acclaimed games that constantly push the boundaries of narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II Remastered as well as a current generation remake of The Last of Us Part I for the PS5. We're also proud to say that The Last of Us Part I and Part II are now available for the first time on PC. Currently, we're busy at the kennel working on Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, and we'd love to find talented individuals to join us!

Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention to detail. We are committed to innovation within our games and as such have curated some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry. We welcome diverse candidates and believe that a broad range of cultural and life experiences contribute to the overall well-being and success of the studio and the titles we craft together.

What you will do:

Facilitate the creation and implementation of tools and techniques that allow the building of complex and high-quality animation systems

Innovate and streamline animation pipeline processes and workflows

Collaborate with the Animation, Design, and Engineering teams to analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve in-game animation implementation issues and animation-related technical challenges

Create high quality animation content supporting the newly developed behaviors and systems and implement it in engine

Work with the animation leadership on defining and maintaining the style and quality bar of the in-game animation

Take ownership of challenging projects and provide innovative solutions, including mentoring team members and creating documentation

Contribute to the strategic development of internal technologies and artistic processes

What skills you will use:

5+ years of industry experience in technical animation for games

Proficiency in Python, C#, C++ or other programming languages is required

Full understanding of in-game animation tools like state machines, blend trees, IK solvers, etc.

Expertise with mocap and keyframe based digital content creation pipelines built on Maya or Motionbuilder

Proven track record of creating visually stunning animations for diverse game genres

Proactively contributes to the progress of the team and the project

As a part of the Naughty Dog application process, candidates will be expected to provide a portfolio or demo reel of their work and may be asked to complete an animation test.

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The estimated USA base pay range for this zone (Los Angeles area) is listed below. This role may be eligible for additional compensation packages that includes annual bonus and other incentive plans.
$126,400-$227,000 USD

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