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Creative Technology Manager

Pittsburgh, PA

A strong motion and design sensibility across 3D or 2D animation pipelines (Maya, Blender, Houdini, or Toon Boom, etc.) * Understanding of game design principles, especially for learning contexts * A ...

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Creative Technology Manager

New York, NY · On-site

A strong motion and design sensibility across 3D or 2D animation pipelines (Maya, Blender, Houdini, or Toon Boom, etc.) * Understanding of game design principles, especially for learning contexts * A ...

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As of Jun 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for toon boom in the United States is $26.10, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.08 and $26.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Toon Boom animator is generally responsible for creating 2D animations using Toon Boom Harmony based on storyboards and direction from the animation lead or director. Daily tasks often include character rigging, animating scenes, refining movement, and ensuring visual consistency across episodes or sequences. Animators frequently collaborate with storyboard artists, compositors, and other members of the creative team to make sure the animation fits the overall style and production guidelines. It's common to attend team meetings to review progress and incorporate feedback quickly, making adaptability and communication key parts of the job. This collaborative structure provides valuable opportunities for skill development and advancement within the animation industry.

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

To thrive in a Toon Boom animator role, you need a solid understanding of animation principles, strong drawing or illustration skills, and relevant experience often demonstrated through a portfolio or degree in animation or related fields. Expertise in Toon Boom Harmony software is essential, and industry-recognized certifications or proficiency with related graphic tools such as Adobe Creative Suite can be a strong asset. Creativity, attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication are important soft skills for producing artistic and client-driven content. These skills and qualifications are crucial because they enable animators to deliver high-quality, engaging animations that meet production deadlines in a collaborative environment.

What is a Toon Boom job?

A Toon Boom job typically refers to a position in the animation industry that involves using Toon Boom software, such as Harmony or Storyboard Pro. These roles can include animators, riggers, storyboard artists, and compositors who create 2D animations for TV shows, films, or commercials. Professionals in these jobs must have a strong understanding of Toon Boom tools, animation principles, and storytelling techniques. Many studios prefer artists with experience in Toon Boom due to its industry-standard status for digital animation production.

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Infographic showing various Toon Boom job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 10% As Needed, 9% Full Time, 48% Part Time, 9% Temporary, 18% Contract, and 6% Nights. Highlights an 76% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,294 per year, or $26.1 per hour.

Freelance Toon Boom Animator-YouTube Studio

Newscape Studios

Kyle, TX • On-site, Remote

$880/wk

Contractor

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Job Summary
Newscape Studios, Inc has a dozen YouTube channels, with over 10 million total subscribers. We create content based on popular video games such as Fortnite, Minecraft, and original animations. Newscape also produces a vast array of videos for a young audience and content through animation and machinima.
We are looking to add Freelance Cutout / Rigged Character Animators in Toon Boom Harmony to our team. Candidates must have substantial knowledge of Animation fundamentals, using Toonboom Harmony along with their node systems as well strong draftmanship.
Animation channels to match style of: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCToxKVrkEuAONR4rFIJ_DyQ
Responsibilities and Duties:
  • Keep an organized and efficient workflow that balances quality and output needs.
  • Responsible for approximately 25 shots / 2 and half minutes of animation per week.
  • Expert level cutout/rigged character animation in Toon Boom Harmony
  • Navigation of and clear understanding of Toon boon node view and tools
  • Light compositing work in Harmony (lighting and some effects)
  • Strong draftmanship creating assets, poses and drawing subs
  • Simple to Moderate level frame by frame / hand animation

Qualifications and Skills:
  • 2+ years required experience with Toon Boom Harmony
  • 1+ years of studio production experience
  • Animators must be able to adapt to a variety of styles
  • Must be able to work as part of a team
  • Strong literacy with written, verbal and storyboard notes
  • Communicate effectively
  • Great listening skills
  • Great time management skills
  • Comfortable in meeting deadlines and daily quotas
  • Strong attention to detail and consistency

Demo Reel/ Portfolio is required to be considered.
Compensation:
Competitive base pay of: $880 per production week
This is a remote / work from home, Independent Contractor Position.
Artists with LLCs are preferred but not required.
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