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M&S Consulting

3D Animator

Pasadena, CA · On-site +1

Job Responsibilities: The 3D Animator will create high-fidelity, cinematic animations that ... Proficiency with tools such as Unreal Engine, Blender, Maya, and/or After Effects * Ability to ...

M&S Consulting

3D Animator

Pasadena, CA · Remote

Job Responsibilities: The 3D Animator will create high-fidelity, cinematic animations that ... Proficiency with tools such as Unreal Engine, Blender, Maya, and/or After Effects * Ability to ...

Kavaliro

Character Artist (Unreal Engine)

Jacksonville, FL

$112K - $117K/yr

Work with rigging and animation teams to ensure clothing deforms properly during gameplay and ... 3D Painter * Strong understanding of anatomy, garment construction, fabric behavior, and silhouette ...

Eliassen Group

Unreal Engine Developer

San Diego, CA · On-site +1

$65 - $75/hr

Design and develop Unreal Engine plugins and in-engine panels in C++ to support animation and live ... Understanding of animation pipelines, sequencing concepts, and how artists work within Unreal.

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Evil Eye Pictures

Senior Unreal Animator

Alameda, CA · Remote

$40 - $65/hr

Senior Unreal Animator (Contract) Evil Eye Pictures is looking for an accomplished CG Character ... Experience with Unreal Engine, Unreal Control Rig and Sequencer Good to have: * Proficiency with ...

Evil Eye Pictures

Senior Unreal Animator

Mundelein, IL · Remote

$40 - $65/hr

Senior Unreal Animator (Contract) Evil Eye Pictures is looking for an accomplished CG Character ... Experience with Unreal Engine, Unreal Control Rig and Sequencer Good to have: * Proficiency with ...

Evil Eye Pictures

Senior Unreal Animator

Sonoma, CA · Remote

$40 - $65/hr

Senior Unreal Animator (Contract) Evil Eye Pictures is looking for an accomplished CG Character ... Experience with Unreal Engine, Unreal Control Rig and Sequencer Good to have: * Proficiency with ...

Evil Eye Pictures

Senior Unreal Animator

San Jose, CA · Remote

$40 - $65/hr

Senior Unreal Animator (Contract) Evil Eye Pictures is looking for an accomplished CG Character ... Experience with Unreal Engine, Unreal Control Rig and Sequencer Good to have: * Proficiency with ...

Eliassen Group

Unreal Engine Developer

San Diego, CA · On-site +1

$65 - $75/hr

Design and develop Unreal Engine plugins and in‑engine panels in C++ to support animation and live action production workflows. * Build tools that integrate with existing pipelines and are ...

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Evil Eye Pictures

Senior Unreal Animator

Santa Clara, CA · Remote

$40 - $65/hr

Senior Unreal Animator (Contract) Evil Eye Pictures is looking for an accomplished CG Character ... Experience with Unreal Engine, Unreal Control Rig and Sequencer Good to have: * Proficiency with ...

Evil Eye Pictures

Senior Unreal Animator

Hayward, CA · Remote

$40 - $65/hr

Senior Unreal Animator (Contract) Evil Eye Pictures is looking for an accomplished CG Character ... Experience with Unreal Engine, Unreal Control Rig and Sequencer Good to have: * Proficiency with ...

Evil Eye Pictures

Senior Unreal Animator

Fremont, CA · Remote

$40 - $65/hr

Senior Unreal Animator (Contract) Evil Eye Pictures is looking for an accomplished CG Character ... Experience with Unreal Engine, Unreal Control Rig and Sequencer Good to have: * Proficiency with ...

Evil Eye Pictures

Senior Unreal Animator

Santa Rosa, CA · Remote

$40 - $65/hr

Senior Unreal Animator (Contract) Evil Eye Pictures is looking for an accomplished CG Character ... Experience with Unreal Engine, Unreal Control Rig and Sequencer Good to have: * Proficiency with ...

Evil Eye Pictures

Senior Unreal Animator

Sunnyvale, CA · Remote

$40 - $65/hr

Senior Unreal Animator (Contract) Evil Eye Pictures is looking for an accomplished CG Character ... Experience with Unreal Engine, Unreal Control Rig and Sequencer Good to have: * Proficiency with ...

Evil Eye Pictures

Senior Unreal Animator

San Mateo, CA · Remote

$40 - $65/hr

Senior Unreal Animator (Contract) Evil Eye Pictures is looking for an accomplished CG Character ... Experience with Unreal Engine, Unreal Control Rig and Sequencer Good to have: * Proficiency with ...

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As of Jun 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for unreal engine 3d animator in the United States is $63,866.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,500.00 and $62,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Unreal Engine 3D Animator vs 3D Modeler?

AspectUnreal Engine 3D Animator3D Modeler
Primary RoleCreates animations and movement within Unreal EngineDesigns and builds 3D models and assets
Skills RequiredAnimation, rigging, Unreal Engine proficiencyModeling, texturing, software like Blender or Maya
Work EnvironmentGame studios, VR/AR projects, filmGame development, film, product visualization
Common CertificationsUnreal Engine certifications, animation courses3D modeling certifications, software-specific training

While Unreal Engine 3D Animators focus on bringing characters and objects to life through animation within Unreal Engine, 3D Modelers specialize in creating the static assets that animators use. Both roles often collaborate in game and film industries, but their core skills and responsibilities differ significantly.

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3D Animator

3D Animator

M&S Consulting

Pasadena, CA • On-site, Remote

Part-time

Posted 2 days ago

Job description

M&S (which stands for Management and Solutions) was conceived in 2002 with the vision of creating highly effective teams of elite consultants to deliver strategic process and technology solutions to enterprise organizations across the US. Our commitment to delivery in complex environments and long-term customer success has merged process and technology into innovative solutions, established deep pockets of expertise, and enabled innovative transformation for evolving businesses.
We have intentionally cultivated steady growth focused on being approachable and helpful to our dearly valued clients and closely cared-for employees. M&S people simply "care hard", and this reflects in our work products, our interactions, and our culture.
Job Responsibilities:
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-leaning animator/generalist who enjoys working across the full 3D pipeline-from modeling through final render-and translating real-world data, engineering concepts, and mission narratives into visually engaging content.
  • Create cinematic 3D animations from pre-visualization or animatics through final render
  • Model, texture, shade, and light assets for high-quality scientific and technical visualization
  • Rig and animate mechanical systems, spacecraft, instruments, and robotic processes
  • Develop environments and planetary visualizations to support mission storytelling
  • Render and composite final sequences for video deliverables
  • Collaborate with creative directors, producers, and technical experts to ensure scientific accuracy
  • Translate complex engineering or scientific concepts into clear visual narratives
  • Iterate efficiently based on creative and technical feedback

Required Skills:
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating cinematic 3D animation and visualization work
  • Experience working across the full 3D pipeline: modeling, texturing/shading, lighting, rigging, animation, rendering, and compositing
  • Proficiency with tools such as Unreal Engine, Blender, Maya, and/or After Effects
  • Ability to produce high-quality animations both independently and within collaborative pipelines
  • Strong sense of motion, timing, lighting, and cinematic composition
  • Comfort working from storyboards, pre-vis, or animatics to final delivery

Desired Skills:
  • Experience working with CAD files and converting them into production-ready 3D assets
  • Background animating mechanical systems, robotics, or engineering processes
  • Experience creating space, planetary, or scientific visualizations
  • Familiarity with real-time rendering workflows (e.g., Unreal Engine pipelines)
  • Experience collaborating with scientists, engineers, or technical subject-matter experts

*Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident
*This is a remote position
*M&S Consulting proactively fulfills its role as an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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