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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 ...

ZAGG, Inc.

Senior 3D Animator

Midvale, UT · On-site

$100K - $114K/yr

Senior 3D Animator Location: Midvale, UT, 84047 Employment Type: Full-Time | On-site Department ... Familiarity with real-time engines (Unreal Engine, Unity) for interactive or AR product ...

ZAGG Inc

Senior 3D Animator

Midvale, UT

$100K - $114K/yr

Senior 3D Animator Location: Midvale, UT, 84047 Employment Type: Full-Time | On-site Department ... Familiarity with real-time engines (Unreal Engine, Unity) for interactive or AR product ...

Valicy

3D Animator

Greenville, NC

... engine (importing assets, animation editor, shuriken particle system) - Competency in both ... 3D particle systems Online portfolio (Required at the time of application) - This can be work ...

Big Shot Pictures

Previs Animator

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Execute enhanced layout to create a 3D Board Animatic for episodic productions * Animate directly in Unreal Engine, utilizing Sequencer, Control Rig, and MetaHuman Animator workflows * Troubleshoot ...

Big Shot Pictures

Senior Animator

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$114K - $130K/yr

About The Role We are seeking a Senior Animator to help shape and execute high-quality animation within an Unreal Engine-first, real-time pipeline for episodic content. This is a hands-on, creative ...

Big Shot Pictures

Mocap Animator

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

You'll work primarily in Unreal Engine, processing mocap data and animating characters to produce ... Strong animation fundamentals: you understand timing, weight, and performance even when working ...

Eliassen Group

Unreal Engine Developer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$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 ...

Tencent

Principal Technical Animator

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$138K - $261K/yr

... 3D modeling, animation, VFX design, technical art, cinematics, comics, and more. With a profound ... Deep understanding of game engine (Unreal Engine) animation system internals, performance ...

Cloud Chamber

Senior Gameplay Animator

Novato, CA · On-site

$124K - $142K/yr

Exemplary skills in keyframe, stylized 3D animation, using Maya and/or Motion Builder. * Experience working in Unreal Engine for animation implementation and debugging. * Strong understanding of ...

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As of Jul 26, 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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Infographic showing various Unreal Engine 3D Animator job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,866 per year, or $30.7 per hour.
3D Animator

3D Animator

M&S Consulting

Pasadena, CA • On-site, Remote

Part-time

Posted 15 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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