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Qualified candidate must be competent in compiling 2D/3D illustration sequences, video, web and mobile content development. 5+ years of experience in building interactive Flash animation and mobile ...

Qualified candidate must be competent in compiling 2D/3D illustration sequences, video, web and mobile content development. 5+ years of experience in building interactive Flash animation and mobile ...

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How much do volunteer 2d 3d animation jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for volunteer 2d 3d animation in the United States is $19.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a volunteer 2D 3D animator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Volunteer 2D/3D Animator, you need a solid understanding of animation principles, art fundamentals, and proficiency in 2D and 3D animation techniques. Familiarity with industry-standard software such as Adobe After Effects, Toon Boom, Blender, or Autodesk Maya is typically required. Creativity, teamwork, and effective communication are essential soft skills that help bring concepts to life and collaborate smoothly with project members. These skills are crucial for producing high-quality animations that support organizational goals and ensure a cohesive workflow in a collaborative environment.

What is a volunteer 2D 3D animator?

Volunteer 2D 3D Animators are individuals who create two-dimensional and three-dimensional visual animations without monetary compensation, typically for non-profit organizations, community projects, or educational initiatives. They use specialized software to design and animate characters, environments, and effects that help convey messages or tell stories visually. These volunteers often collaborate with teams of artists, writers, and project managers to complete animation projects that support a cause or initiative.

What is the difference between Volunteer 2D 3D Animation vs Volunteer Graphic Designer?

AspectVolunteer 2D 3D AnimationVolunteer Graphic Designer
Required Skills2D/3D animation software, storytelling, visual designGraphic design software, layout, branding
Work EnvironmentAnimation studios, media projects, online platformsPrint and digital media, marketing campaigns
Industry UsageFilm, gaming, advertising, online contentAdvertising, publishing, branding

Volunteer 2D 3D Animation focuses on creating animated content using specialized software, often for media and entertainment projects. Volunteer Graphic Designers work on visual branding and layouts for various media. While both roles require creative skills, Volunteer 2D 3D Animation emphasizes motion and storytelling, whereas Volunteer Graphic Design centers on static visuals and branding. The choice depends on your interest in animation versus graphic design projects.

How does a volunteer 2D 3D animator typically collaborate with other team members on creative projects?

As a Volunteer 2D/3D Animator, you'll frequently work alongside scriptwriters, directors, sound designers, and fellow animators to bring visual concepts to life. Collaboration often involves participating in brainstorming sessions, reviewing storyboards, and syncing your animations with audio and other visual assets. Communication and adaptability are key, as feedback and revisions are common during the creative process. This team-oriented environment not only enhances your technical skills but also helps you build strong professional relationships and expand your creative portfolio.
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Senior 3D Visualization and Animation Technical Artist

Sony Corporation

Culver City, CA โ€ข On-site

$140K - $155K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Re-posted 1 hour ago


Job description

Sony Corporation of America, located in New York, NY, is the U.S. headquarters of Sony Group Corporation, based in Tokyo, Japan. Sony's principal U.S. businesses include Sony Electronics Inc., Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC, Sony Music Entertainment, Sony Music Publishing and Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc. With some 900 million Sony devices in hands and homes worldwide today, a vast array of Sony movies, television shows and music, and the PlayStation Network, Sony creates and delivers more entertainment experiences to more people than anyone else on earth. To learn more: www.sony.com/en.
This is a fixed-term role for one year.
Position Summary
Sony Corporation of America is looking for a skilled and experienced Senior 3D Visualization Animation Technical Artist to join our team in Culver City, CA. The will lead 3D photography and 4D video capturing of talents by ensuring efficient communication with talents as well as technical crew members in all aspects of 3D content production.
Responsibilities:
  • Self-motivated to efficiently and effectively collaborate with R&D and artist teams, to identify detailed requirements of challenging 3D animation projects, and to achieve the best visualization prototypes of state-of-the-art 3D/4D content creation.

  • Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, meticulously recording each step of the R&D process.

  • Share best practices and technical insights with both art and research teams, promoting efficiency and innovation.

  • Facilitate and lead creative discussions, addressing production challenges and identifying opportunities for quality improvement.

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in art, Film, Communications, or a related field.

  • Solid experience with photo-real CG content creation workflow in games, film or other entertainment industries.

  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in 3D computer graphics (3D animation).

  • Familiarity with character animation workflow such as blendshapes, rigging and simulation (hair, garment).

  • Familiarity with 3DCG platforms like Maya, Unreal Engine, and/or Blender.

  • Familiarity with shader development, material creation and rendering.

  • Excellent analytic and communication skills.

  • Authorization to work in the USA.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • M.S. degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or related fields.

  • Research and development skills, including the ability to stay updated on emerging technologies and techniques in computer graphics.

  • Hands-on experience in 3D human modeling of geometry & texture.

  • Familiarity with Unity and/or Marmoset

  • Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python or MEL scripting.

Benefits
SCA offers benefits-eligible fixed-term employees (who are scheduled to work 30 or more hours a week) certain benefits under the Sony Corporation of America Health and Welfare Benefits Plan. The following options are available to you and your eligible dependents.
What we offer you:
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage with coverage for spouses/domestic partners and child dependents
  • Long Term Care: A voluntary Long-Term Care (LTC) benefit with a life insurance component is offered during a separate new hire LTC enrollment window. This window occurs once a year for all new employees.

Other Programs:
  • Flexible Work Arrangements, including remote and hybrid work schedules
  • Time off to include vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, Summer Fridays (early release), and a winter break between Christmas and New Year's Day (based on business needs)
  • A wide variety of employee business resource groups (EBRGs)

The anticipated annual base salary for this position is $140,000 to $155,000. This range does not include any other compensation components or other benefits that an individual may be eligible for. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.
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