Technical Animator Jam CityTechnical AnimatorSan Francisco, CA$90,000–$110,000 / yearCHECK OUT LIFE AS A JAM CITIZEN: - Company news and events on our LinkedIn - Company Blog - Employee Feedback on our Comparably page - Find videos on our teams and games on our Youtube OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY, & INCLUSION We believe in creating games that unite people across the world and that showcase our commitment to providing an environment that is both inclusive and diverse for our players and employees. To help promote an inclusive culture, we celebrate the visible and invisible diversity of our Jam Citizens through initiatives including Employee Resource Groups, cultural events, trainings, speaker series, and more.
Hybrid | Character Animator (Facial & Performance Capture) — $50–$80/hour 24-MagHybrid | Character Animator (Facial & Performance Capture) — $50–$80/hourNew York, New YorkThis role supports advanced AI research focused on performance transfer — preserving an actor's timing, emotion, facial expression, and physical nuance when transferring a performance into new visual outputs. We are sharing a specialised part-time opportunity for experienced character animators with deep expertise in facial animation, performance capture, and translating subtle human expression into convincing character performance.
New3D Animator BILT Inc.3D AnimatorGrapevine, TXYou will partner closely with Instructional Designers, Subject Matter Experts, Quality Assurance, and Production leadership to deliver accurate, high-quality visual guidance for consumer, professional, and enterprise products. BILT partners with leading manufacturers, retailers, and enterprise organizations to reduce support costs, improve customer experience, accelerate onboarding, and drive operational efficiency through immersive visual instruction technology.
Character Animator - Generative AI Experiences SW Apple IncCharacter Animator - Generative AI Experiences SWCupertino, CACreate compelling character performances using creative and stylized animation techniques Develop expressive facial animation that conveys emotion and personality Collaborate with directors and technical teams on animation pipelines and workflows Explore emerging animation technologies and techniques Work with motion capture data to create polished, performance-driven animation Ensure animation quality meets real-time performance requirementsSolid grasp on the traditional principles of animation Experience in expressive facial animation Expert level of knowledge of Autodesk Maya Understanding of technical constraints in real-time environments Great at providing and receiving feedback Ensure animations run efficiently across target platforms and use cases, both real time with frame rate budgets and non-real timeUSD format and workflow familiarity Experience with procedural animation techniques Motion capture cleanup and performance enhancement experience Experience with real-time game engines (Unity, Unreal, or proprietary engines) Experience with non-linear animation systems, animation statemachines and/or motion matching techniques. We are looking for a great Character Animator to join our diverse team of engineers, artists and designers and help us take our state of the art character animation systems to the next level.
Senior Cinematic Facial Animator CONTRACT Sony Interactive Entertainment LLCSenior Cinematic Facial Animator CONTRACTCA$76.92–$86 / hourEssential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: Develop high-quality cinematic facial animation content using both motion capture data and hand-key techniques with FACS based rigs, ensuring alignment with schedule and performance benchmarks. SIE is a dynamic technology company, delivering cutting-edge hardware and network services to more than 100 million people and an entertainment leader, home to some of the most beloved and recognizable intellectual properties (IP) in the world.
Senior Cinematic Animator CONTRACT Sony Interactive Entertainment LLCSenior Cinematic Animator CONTRACT$76.92–$86 / hourSIE is a dynamic technology company, delivering cutting-edge hardware and network services to more than 100 million people and an entertainment leader, home to some of the most beloved and recognizable intellectual properties (IP) in the world. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: Develop high-quality cinematic animation content using both motion capture and hand-key techniques, ensuring alignment with schedule and performance benchmarks.
Lead Gameplay Animator Bonfire StudiosLead Gameplay AnimatorIrvine, California$196,500–$247,133 / yearFrom initial concept art to final in-game elements, we are crafting a compelling aesthetic experience that seamlessly blends with and brings to life the game’s narrative, level design, combat and audio. Partnering with cross-discipline leads (design, engineering, art, production) to align animation with gameplay systems, technical realities, and the overall player experience.
Animator Spinplay GamesAnimatorLas Vegas, NevadaRemoteDemonstrated ability to create high-quality animations without relying on overly complex rigs, excessive mesh deformation, or high vertex-count meshes. We're looking for someone who values quality over complexity, understands the importance of optimization, and takes pride in producing clean, efficient work that integrates smoothly into production.
Senior Technical Animator Spinplay GamesSenior Technical AnimatorLas Vegas, NevadaRemoteYou'll work closely with artists, designers, and developers to build efficient animation pipelines, optimize assets for production, and ensure game features are implemented accurately. This role sits at the intersection of art, design, and engineering, helping transform game concepts into polished, optimized player experiences.
Principal Gameplay Animator Absurd VenturesPrincipal Gameplay AnimatorSanta Monica, California$150,000–$175,000 / yearYou will be expected to solve complex gameplay animation challenges, mentor other animators, influence animation pipelines and workflows, and help shape the overall player experience through world-class character performance and movement. Drive the development of locomotion, traversal, combat, interaction, and systemic animation content; review animation content and help maintain consistent quality and artistic direction across all gameplay features.
Animator IV Brightstar Lottery PLCAnimator IVReno, NV$117,400–$145,450 / yearFrom the casino floor to your mobile screen, we deliver thrilling, responsible, and unforgettable gaming experiencespowered by world-class content, strong technical and commercial capabilities and nurtured by a culture of collaboration, accountability, and ownership. Key Responsibilities: Create and lead the development of complex animations and dynamic visual effects for EGM (Electronic Gaming Machine) development, including both real-time and pre-rendered content.
Animator II Brightstar Lottery PLCAnimator IIReno, NV$110,000–$135,000 / yearFor our Encore studio we're searching for talented Game Animator based in Reno who are passionate about creating captivating visual experiences, developing unique art concepts, and bringing casino game worlds to life through high-quality animations. IGT is committed to sustaining a workforce that reflects the diversity of the global customers and communities we serve and to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and engaged.
Contract Animator US AIContract AnimatorNorth Bethesda, MDFull timeAs a leader in Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Self-Healing Infrastructure , we are actively seeking top-tier talent to spearhead the commercialization of groundbreaking products and propel our business to new heights. The ideal candidate blends strong visual storytelling with technical execution, works efficiently in a fast-paced environment, and can translate abstract concepts into clear, engaging visuals.
Lead Animator 2KLead AnimatorNovato, CA$123,200–$182,360 / yearIn this role, you'll collaborate with a passionate group of game developers to craft high-end player characters and AI animations that support responsive, immersive gameplay-bringing the richly imagined world of BioShock to life. A solid communicator with excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly, package information for diverse audiences, and deliver difficult feedback with empathy and professionalism.
Animator Frontier Developments PlcAnimatorCambridge, MAWe offer a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes a success-based annual bonus, share option schemes, life assurance, private family healthcare, flexitime working hours, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, in-house subsidised catering, support with relocation, a Cycle to Work scheme, free bike servicing, and social activities and events. Frontier is an independent video game developer and publisher, crafting immersive gaming experiences with fun gameplay and unparalleled artistic quality.
Tech Artist - Spine Animator Assist Software SRLTech Artist - Spine AnimatorExtra points if you know Adobe After Effects: Apply After Effects for post-processing and compositing animations, adding special effects, and creating seamless transitions. With a deep understanding of Spine's features and functionality, you need to bring characters and objects to life by utilizing its rigging, keyframing, and mesh deformation capabilities.
Video Editor & Motion Animator M BoothVideo Editor & Motion AnimatorNew York, NY$51,000–$74,000 / yearSocial Motion Graphics & Animation: Design and animate platform-native overlays, custom teacher-centric stickers, kinetic typography, lower thirds, and transitions that make unscripted, raw videos feel cohesive, premium, and highly social-native. We are relentlessly passionate about our clients and their business, whether that means developing scrappy campaigns and content that breaks through, maximizing earned to reach key audiences, leading in digital innovation, or unleashing insights that unlock ideas that win in the marketplace.
Senior Cinematic Facial Animator CONTRACT Insomniac Games IncSenior Cinematic Facial Animator CONTRACTNY$76.92–$86.06 / hourEssential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: Develop high-quality cinematic facial animation content using both motion capture data and hand-key techniques with FACS based rigs, ensuring alignment with schedule and performance benchmarks. Collaborate closely with Animation Directors and Lead Animators to design cinematic facial performances that reflect the game''s vision and adhere to its unique cinematography style.
Designer / Animator Keywords Studios LtdDesigner / AnimatorFlorida, FLThe Designer \/ Animator is a temporary role working closely with our Creative and Post-Production teams to conceptualize and execute visually dynamic motion graphics, titles, and UI elements. We are seeking a versatile, agile creative-a true "jack-of-all-trades"-who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can seamlessly transition across diverse projects and visual styles.
Senior Cinematic Animator CONTRACT Insomniac Games IncSenior Cinematic Animator CONTRACTNY$76.92–$86.06 / hourEssential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: Develop high-quality cinematic animation content using both motion capture and hand-key techniques, ensuring alignment with schedule and performance benchmarks. At SIE, working with our partners, we consider several factors when setting each role's base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.