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Salt Lake Community College

Adjunct, Animation

UT · On-site

Visual Arts & Design Opening Date: 07/15/2025 Closing Date: 7/31/2026 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA ... Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of diverse people, culture, ethnic background ...

Stahl Companies

Audio-Visual Animator

Port Hueneme, CA · On-site

Contract / Temp Location: CSPMSADD-NAVSEA-SEAPORT-CA Description Audio-Visual Animator WHO WE ARE ... Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Animation, Multimedia Arts, Graphic Design, or a related ...

MARKETSCALE LLC

3D Artist

Dallas, TX · On-site

$50K - $65K/yr

Our 3D Artists create 3D product animation for incredible brands. As a 3D Artist at MarketScale we ... The ideal candidate has a background in 3D video production and can import 3D CAD files into Maya ...

Arrow International, Inc.

Senior Artist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$130K - $156K/yr

The Senior Artist will use their artistic expertise with color, composition, shape, typography ... Gaming or casino-related knowledge or background. * Knowledge of animation principles. Usage of ...

MARKETSCALE LLC

3D Artist

Dallas, TX · On-site

$50K - $65K/yr

Our 3D Artists create 3D product animation for incredible brands. As a 3D Artist at MarketScale we ... The ideal candidate has a background in 3D video production and can import 3D CAD files into Maya ...

Arrow International, Inc

Senior Artist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$130K - $156K/yr

The Senior Artist will use their artistic expertise with color, composition, shape, typography ... Gaming or casino-related knowledge or background. * Knowledge of animation principles. Usage of ...

ACLC

Graphic Artist

Randolph, TX

$145K - $174K/yr

ACLC, LLC is seeking a qualified individual for the position of Graphic Artist to support a ... animations, including actions, changes, color patterns, and background to portray the desired ...

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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary animation background artist in the United States is $24.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.55 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Animation Background Artist vs 3D Environment Artist?

AspectTemporary Animation Background Artist3D Environment Artist
CredentialsPortfolio, relevant animation or art certificationsDegree in 3D art, animation, or related field
Work EnvironmentAnimation studios, post-production houses, freelance projectsGame studios, film production, architectural visualization
Industry UsagePrimarily in animation, TV, and filmGaming, film, virtual reality

Temporary Animation Background Artists focus on creating 2D animated backgrounds for scenes, often working in animation studios or freelance. 3D Environment Artists design detailed 3D backgrounds for games and films. While both roles involve background creation, the former specializes in 2D animation, and the latter in 3D modeling, with different tools and workflows.

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Lecturer 3D Digital Animation

Lecturer 3D Digital Animation

University of Colorado

Denver, CO

$5K/mo

Part-time

Posted 25 days ago

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Job description

University of Colorado – College of Arts & Media

Lecturer
 

The University of Colorado Denver l Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment.  We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.

 

Nature of Work The Digital Animation Center (DAC) program within the Visual Arts department in the College of Arts & Media at the University of Colorado Denver seeks a qualified candidate to fill a part-time Lecturer teaching position. This is a temporary, non-tenure track position that will teach no more than two courses per semester. Appointments will be part-time (less than 50%) and will be made semester-by-semester, depending on the needs of the department. 3D Graphics and Animation The 3D Graphics and Animation emphasis at the University of Colorado Denver is a competitive and rigorous four-year curriculum focused on preparing students to work in a wide variety of fields that use animated digital computer graphics (CG), including entertainment, film and television, gaming, medicine, and science. Examples of Work Performed Teach courses from introductory to advanced levels of 3D graphics and animation to undergraduate students in the Digital Animation Center program.

Salary and Benefits:

The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $5,150 per 3-credit semester course.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

The University of Colorado offers a full benefits package. Information on University benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at Employee Services.

University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background checks for all new employees prior to their employment.

The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work. Alternative formats of this ad are available upon request for persons with disabilities.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line. 

Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits.

Total Compensation Calculator: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/total-compensation

Diversity and Equity:

Please click here for information on disability accommodations: https://www1.ucdenver.edu/offices/human-resources/employee-relations-performance/ada-compliance

Office of Equity: https://www1.ucdenver.edu/offices/equity

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in 3D animation and some relevant professional experience 
  • Excellent communication skills 
  • Knowledge of Autodesk’s Maya and other industry standard software
  • Excellent facility with graphic design applications such as Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator 
  • Solid generalist skills in 3D graphics and animation 
  • Ability to teach and work with a diverse student body. 

Preferred Requirements

  • Experience teaching in a higher education environment.
  • Master’s Degree in a related field.
 

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