380 Animation jobs in the United States
Research Scientist Intern, Character Animation and Evaluation (PhD)

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The Reality Labs (RL) Research brings together a world-class team of researchers, developers, and engineers to create the future of AR and VR, which together will become as universal and essential as smartphones and personal computers are today. We are developing all the technologies needed to enable breakthrough AR glasses and VR headsets, including computer vision, graphics, body tracking, perception science, and true telepresence. The Virtual Humans team in Sausalito, CA works on cutting-edge research and development focusing on virtual people and presence. We envision a world where people connect across vast distances so our roles focus on capturing, evaluating and modeling the full human body shape and motion. We are currently seeking innovative interns with a passion for technology to develop the next generation of virtual humans.Our internships are twelve (12) to sixteen (16) to twenty four (24) weeks long and we have various start dates throughout the year.Research Topics:* Motion Tracking* Physical simulation for character animation* Character animation synthesis, editing, and retargeting* Perceptual motion evaluation* Evaluation of avatar systems* Human motion prediction and analysis* Applied machine learning
**Required Skills:**
Research Scientist Intern, Character Animation and Evaluation (PhD) Responsibilities:
1. Prototyping, building and analysis of experimental systems
2. Design and execution of algorithms and/or conduct and analysis of experiments
3. Collaboration with and support of other researchers across various disciplines
4. Communication of research agenda, progress and results
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Minimum Qualifications:
5. Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining, a PhD in Computer Graphics, Character Animation, Robotics, Machine Learning, Human-Computer Interaction, Human-Robot Interaction, or related fields
6. Experience with technical character animation (joint hierarchies, motion models, etc.)
7. 2+ years of experience with C#, C++, and/or Python
8. Interpersonal skills: cross-group and cross-culture collaboration
9. Must obtain work authorization in country of employment at the time of hire, and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment
**Preferred Qualifications:**
Preferred Qualifications:
10. Intent to return to degree-program after the completion of the internship
11. 2+ years experience with character animation, physical simulation, perceptual evaluation and/or avatar evaluation
12. Experiences in at least one of the following areas: human motion synthesis, editing, and retargeting, reinforcement learning, physics simulator developing in game engines and/or 3D software such as Unity, Unreal, Maya, Blender, conducting perception studies or user studies, or building VR applications
13. Proven track record of achieving results as demonstrated in accepted papers at top animation, graphics, interaction and perception related journals and conferences such as SIGGRAPH, SCA, SAP, CHI, IEEE VR, ICRA, IROS, Eurographics, MIG, IVA, ICMI or related conference
**Public Compensation:**
$7,650/month to $12,134/month + benefits
**Industry:** Internet
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Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
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Animation Intern
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We are a creative arts studio working on a focused 3D animation project which blends motion capture, generative AI, and storytelling. Our studios provide software licenses, equipment, and a supportive training environment for artists ready to grow their skills and contribute to meaningful work.
We're looking for energetic and dedicated Animation Interns who wants hands-on experience in 3D production. As an entry level role, you'll support the project by:
- learning how to manage 3D projects and timelines
- work primarly in Reallusion iClone and Character Creator
- Learning industry-relevant pipelines such as Blender and Unreal
- Collaborating on active animation projects.
NOTE: Completion of our 6-week Learn Animation program is required for all candidates pre hire.
This is an ideal opportunity for college participants and/or creatives who are interested in joining an Art team and would like to stay abreast of the latest and greatest when it comes to 3D animation tools and concepts.
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary, Internship, Contract
Pay: $ $19.00 per hour
Expected hours: 5 – 10 per week
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
Work Location: In person
Animation Technician

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**As an Animation Technician, you'll inspect and repair the animatronics, ride lighting, and ride show elements at Cedar Point. You'll also.**
+ Adapt to a wide variety of projects including pneumatic systems, prop controllers, waterpark equipment, animatronic systems, fiberglass, welding, fog systems and much more.
+ Be responsible for the inspection, on-site repair, and general troubleshooting of these systems.
+ Work under the supervision of the full-time technicians, foreman, and supervisor to grow your skills as a team member
Responsibilities:
Cedar Point provides premiere entertainment with 200+ acres of FUN and we want YOU to join us in making people happy. As a member of our team, you'll.
+ Make our guests happy by delivering amazing experiences and helping them create lifelong memories.
+ Interact with different people of all ages and backgrounds.
+ Gain skills, knowledge and experience that will benefit your future.
Qualifications:
+ High school graduate or GED.
+ Must have valid driver's license.
+ Must join Laborers Union.
+ Must provide own hand tools.
+ Basic understanding of electrical equipment and pneumatic systems.
+ Experience with animatronics and animatronic prop controllers preferred.
+ Able to work at heights including catwalks, aerial lifts, crane baskets, scaffolding, and structure climb.
+ Willing to work various shifts and days with the ability to work nights, weekends, and holiday periods to meet business needs.
Cedar Fair Entertainment Company is an equal opportunity employer. A work permit may be required for associates under the age of 18. Applicants must be legally eligible for employment in the United States and in accordance with state laws. Cedar Fair also conducts background checks on all applicants 18 years of age and older.
Lead Motion Graphics Designer - Animation & VFX
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Remote Animation and Motion Graphics Designer
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Animation Production Intern, DreamWorks Animation, Spring 2026

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DreamWorks creates a diverse array of original content in a variety of formats, delivering compelling stories with unique characters. We place tremendous value on the experiences our talent brings to the table from their own non-traditional paths to success. We believe in frequent communication and that transparency and trust yield the best work. We are a community of artists, technologists, innovators, and creators, who are passionate about animation and also happen to love eating lunch together.
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.
In the DreamWorks Internship Program, interns work in an engaging and exciting environment alongside creative leaders and artists who are committed to building an inclusive and collaborative culture. Interns are immersed into TV animated productions while gaining hands-on experience at our studio. Open to students and recent grads, we love those who are driven and hungry to learn, are curious and resourceful, and most importantly, are passionate about animation.
The Internship Program also showcases best-in-class opportunities by offering executive speaker series, professional/career development workshops, artistic classes, community outreach opportunities, movie screenings, and much more!
If you are part of the fandom and believe teamwork makes the dream work, join us in #livingthedream and #doingyourdreamwork!
Animation Production Internship:
+ Applications close: October 20, 2025 at 11:59pm PT
+ Program Dates: January 26 - April 3, 2026
+ Time Commitment: Part-Time (24 hours per week required)
+ Format: In Person
"What would you say you do here?"
A Production Intern will be assigned to either a feature film or animated television show and gain insight into production responsibilities, workflows and processes. Additionally, they will be able to observe and learn about the animation pipeline and creative process.
Production Interns handle various production activities under the direction of their Production Manager. Interns will help to take on new challenges in efforts to gain a more detailed knowledge of the animation industry, animated television or feature pipeline and workflows.
Interns must have strong written and verbal communication skills, are self-motivated, are outstanding teammates who take initiative, have the ability to prioritize multiple requests, have a strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
"What do I need to have in order to do this job?"
+ Pursuing an Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree at a College/University (or equivalent), or be a recent graduate (within six months of graduation date)
+ Knowledge of office management software (Excel, Word, Gmail, etc.) is vital
+ Candidates should be well organized, highly self-motivated individuals who function well in fast-paced, frenetic production based environments
+ Must be confident and proactive with excellent communication skills (written, verbal and interpersonal)
+ Must feel comfortable interacting with employees at all levels of the organization
+ Must be 18 years of age or older
+ Must be willing to work in Glendale, California
+ Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
Desired Characteristics: "What can I offer?"
+ Film/TV, Animation/Illustration, Media Studies or related majors preferred.
+ Proven understanding of Shotgun is a plus
Hourly Rate: $17.87
Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, which currently requires contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Beginning January 5, 2026, hybrid employees will be required to work from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to
Senior Motion Graphics Designer - Remote Animation Studio
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Responsibilities:
- Conceptualize, design, and animate high-quality motion graphics for various media platforms.
- Collaborate closely with directors, art directors, and clients to understand project requirements and creative direction.
- Develop storyboards, style frames, and animatics to effectively communicate design concepts.
- Create compelling 2D and 3D animations, character animations, title sequences, and visual effects.
- Work with a variety of software, including After Effects, Cinema 4D, Premiere Pro, and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Maintain brand consistency and aesthetic integrity across all motion graphics projects.
- Optimize animations for different platforms and resolutions, ensuring technical feasibility and quality.
- Manage project timelines and deliverables, ensuring projects are completed on schedule and within scope.
- Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in motion graphics and animation.
- Provide creative input and feedback to other members of the design team.
- Troubleshoot technical issues related to animation and rendering.
- Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute innovative ideas to the creative process.
- Ensure final assets meet all technical specifications and are delivered on time.
- Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Animation, Fine Arts, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of professional experience as a Motion Graphics Designer, with a strong portfolio showcasing expertise in animation and design.
- Proficiency in Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
- Experience with 3D software such as Cinema 4D, Blender, or Maya is highly preferred.
- Strong understanding of animation principles, typography, color theory, and composition.
- Excellent storytelling and visual communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced, remote environment.
- Strong collaborative skills and the ability to take direction and constructive criticism.
- A keen eye for detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
- Experience with scripting in After Effects (e.g., expressions) is a plus.
- Familiarity with visual effects (VFX) techniques is advantageous.
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Digital Animation Teacher
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Job Title: Digital Animation Teacher (Part Time)
General Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the Director of Educational Development, plans and facilitates collaborative and interactive digital animation instructional sessions.
Major Duties:
- Meets regularly with the Director of Educational Development
- Plans and facilitates learning sessions
- Assists students in the development of a variety of digital animation skills
- Maintains consistent communication the Director of Educational Development
- Models appropriate academic and social behaviors
- Performs other duties as assigned
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to work with students of diverse ethnic backgrounds, academic profiles, and skill levels.
- Possess good interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Must demonstrate responsibility, a desire to help others, discretion, and flexibility.
- Knowledge and ability to demonstrate skill in digital arts.
- Must develop unit and lesson plans specifically referencing content curriculum standards.
- Ability to collect and analyze data to drive future instruction.
- Ability to work independently applying critical thinking skills and problem solving to various situations.
- Must be able to instruct students of varying skill and experience levels in multiple programs based on interest and ability.
Qualifications: Must possess a bachelor's degree, teaching and/or tutoring experience, and have extensive digital animation experience.
Animation Adjunct Instructors
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TTC, located in Charleston, SC, is a public, two-year, multi-campus institution that provides quality education and promotes economic development in Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester counties.
The Department of Visual Arts is seeking to fill on-campus instructor positions for Fall 2025. If you are passionate about sharing your knowledge with others, consider joining TTC.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to, teaching day and evening classes, utilizing technology, using various teaching methods in instruction, and maintaining accurate attendance and grading records. Discover Trident Tech
Minimum and Additional RequirementsTo qualify for these positions candidates must have at least an associate degree in a visual arts discipline.
Preferred QualificationsA bachelor's degree in a related area is preferred. Ability to work on both PC and Macintosh platforms is critical. Recent relevant industry experience or previous college level teaching experience is also preferred. Excellent customer service skills are essential.
Additional CommentsApplicants MUST complete the online SC State Jobs Employment Application, which is reviewed as needed. Resumes are NOT reviewed for qualifications.
Due to the volume of applications, we cannot respond to candidates individually regarding the status of their applications or the interview process. Only complete applications are considered. For assistance, contact Human Resources at
It is essential to include unofficial transcripts with your application. International transcripts must be evaluated through the World Education Services (WES). Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment. Unofficial transcripts can be mailed to TTC Human Resources, PO Box Charleston, SC 29423), faxed to , or emailed in PDF format to by the deadline date and time.
Employment applicants may be subject to a background check. Failure to consent to a background check will result in the removal of your application from further consideration. Background checks are conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).
Trident Technical College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate in the admission or employment on the basis of race, gender, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or pregnancy.
3D Animation Specialist
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At Intuitive, we are united behind our mission: we believe that minimally invasive care is life-enhancing care. Through ingenuity and intelligent technology, we expand the potential of physicians to heal without constraints.
As a pioneer and market leader in robotic-assisted surgery, we strive to foster an inclusive and diverse team, committed to making a difference. For more than 25 years, we have worked with hospitals and care teams around the world to help solve some of healthcare's hardest challenges and advance what is possible.
Intuitive has been built by the efforts of great people from diverse backgrounds. We believe great ideas can come from anywhere. We strive to foster an inclusive culture built around diversity of thought and mutual respect. We lead with inclusion and empower our team members to do their best work as their most authentic selves.
Passionate people who want to make a difference drive our culture. Our team members are grounded in integrity, have a strong capacity to learn, the energy to get things done, and bring diverse, real world experiences to help us think in new ways. We actively invest in our team members to support their long-term growth so they can continue to advance our mission and achieve their highest potential.
Join a team committed to taking big leaps forward for a global community of healthcare professionals and their patients. Together, let's advance the world of minimally invasive care.
Job DescriptionPrimary Function of Position
The 3D Animation Specialist will collaborate with the Clinical & Product Education and Instructional Design teams to create high-quality 3D assets and animations of mechanical systems/objects and medical visuals. These visual materials will be used across various platforms, including multimedia, web, video, presentations, interactive modules, and print. The primary focus of this work will be to support the clinical and technical education aspects of the da Vinci Surgical System, Ion Endoluminal System, and their associated components. To create these materials, the specialist will utilize software applications such as Maya, VRay, LightWave, and the Adobe Creative Suite.
Essential Job Duties
- Take existing models, rig and animate them for Product training (some modeling will be required)
- Model and animate clinical anatomy and procedure animations
- Partner with Medical Illustration Lead, Graphic Designers, Instructional Designers, Education Managers, and Video Producers, to map assets to overall script and storyboard
- Manages all project management activities related to deliverables, ensuring on-time delivery
- Work with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to identify and capture learning content
- Create high quality 3D animations and renders of instruments, systems, anatomy and surgical procedures
- Proactively communicates within the team
- Uses project management tools to:
- Ensure milestones and sprints are clearly defined
- Track progress and adjust plans
- Collaborates with team members
- Maintain basic documentation and asset management, using project management software
- Setup workflow and recommend workflow improvements, streamline models and rendering times, collaborate with team to develop and advice project workflow optimization
Required Skills and Experience
- 2-4 yrs. relevant professional experience
- Knowledge of adult learning theory and its application in media
- Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
- Experience working with SMEs in a team environment
- Ability to self-manage multiple development projects and deadlines
- Familiarity with anatomy
- Software Proficiency:
- Maya
- VRay
- Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Premiere, Photoshop)
- MS Office (Word, Power-Point, Excel)
Required Education and Training
- College degree required
- Education degree acceptable
- Curriculum Development or Instructional Design/Technology degree acceptable
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Education background
- 2-4 yrs. experience in biotech or medical device organization preferred
- Software Proficiency Preferred: Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign), Audition, Encore, Edge, Unity engine familiarity/knowledge a plus
- Medical illustration degree or certificate
- Experience with project management software such as Asana, Monday, Smartsheet, Workfront
Due to the nature of our business and the role, please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19. Details can vary by role.
Intuitive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.
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We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.
Preference will be given to qualified candidates who do not reside, or plan to reside, in Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, or Tennessee.
We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role, as actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications. The target salary ranges are listed.
Base Salary Range Region 1:$94,900 - $28,500
Base Salary Range Region 2: 80,700 - 109,100
Shift: Day
Workplace Type: Remote - This job will be remote and/or the job is designed to be performed outside of the office. Employees will come onsite when requested by the leader.