202 Junior Animator jobs in the United States

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are…

When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what's next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

Avalanche is a Warner Bros. Games studio located in downtown Salt Lake City nestled against the backdrop of the beautiful Wasatch Mountains. We've been in the video game business since 1995, creating interactive experiences for fans of the world's largest franchises. Join the team behind the blockbuster open world, action RPG Hogwarts Legacy as we create what's next

WB Games Avalanche - Animator

Avalanche Software, a division of Warner Brothers Games Inc. seeks an Animator. Join the team who created Hogwarts Legacy, a new open world, action RPG set in the Wizarding World.

As an Animator at Avalanche Software, you'll be at the forefront of creating captivating character performances and fluid gameplay animations. You'll work closely with our multidisciplinary team to craft unforgettable experiences for players worldwide.

What part will you play?

• Create quality keyframe animations for characters, creatures, and environmental elements
• Collaborate with the Animation, Design, and Engineering teams to create new exciting, mind blowing systemic animations
• Participate in motion capture sessions and process mocap data for in-game use
• Contribute to the evolution of our animation pipeline and workflow optimizations
• Work closely with art directors to ensure animations align with the game's visual style and narrative goals
• Stay current on animation trends and techniques

What do we need from you?

• 3+ years of professional game animation experience
• Shipped at least one AAA title as an animator
• Proficient knowledge of Maya and Unreal Engine 5's animation systems
• General technical knowledge of animation technologies, including state machines, blend trees, and motion matching
• Strong understanding of human and animal anatomy, locomotion, and performance
• Experience with procedural animation techniques and runtime animation systems
• Proficiency in animating both realistic and stylized characters
• A natural team player who fosters collaboration and inspires others across departments
• Strong communication skills, ensuring clear and proactive interaction with animation and other teams
• Portfolio demonstrating a range of animation styles and technical proficiency

Good to Have

• Experience developing animation tools is a plus
• Character rigging experience is a plus

How We Get Things Done…

This last bit is probably the most important Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

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Scopely is looking for a highly creative and technically skilled
Principal Animator
to lead the animation vision for our high profile mobile title in our Culver City studio hub, or remotely within the US or Canada

At Scopely, we care deeply about what we do and want to inspire play, every day - whether in our work environments alongside our talented colleagues, or through our deep connections with our communities of players. We are a global team of game lovers who are developing, publishing and innovating the mobile games industry, connecting millions of people around the world daily.

We are in the early stages of development on an ambitious, unannounced, cross-platform adventure title, and are creating a team of talented and passionate game makers who will join us on this exciting journey

What You'll Do
As a key creative leader, you will be responsible for driving the overall animation style, collaborating closely with internal departments and external partners to deliver stunning, immersive animations that enhance gameplay and storytelling. You should be equally comfortable pitching big ideas, solving complex technical challenges, and directing both in-house and outsourced animation teams.

You will work in a collaborative environment and are expected to operate at a highly creative level. Success means you take a holistic approach to animation as it relates to the entire player experience. The ideal candidate will have a portfolio displaying a high level of ability with stylized keyframe animations.

• Establish the game's animation style, attaining buy-in from internal and external stakeholders
• Produce visual benchmarks and production guides, breaking down technical specifications to reproduce animations within style
• Develop animation pipelines and workflows in collaboration with technical animators, riggers, and engineers
• Be involved in the character creation process, from concept and design, through to modeling, rigging and final animation
• Maintain the relationship between the core and external dev teams as it relates to animation and storytelling, including creative and technical development
• Guide storytelling creation including cinematics, in-game cutscenes, and gameplay moments from storyboard to final polish
• Work with gameplay designers and narrative teams to craft compelling, gameplay-relevant animations and experiences
• Maintain department standards through documentation, review, and personnel direction
• Contribute hands-on animation examples to set quality bars and communicate ideas
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical animation issues in-engine (Unity)
• Support, inform, and imbue the creation of marketing materials with the game's vision and high standards
• Work closely with Production to coordinate animation resources, schedules and priorities based on project needs
• Consistently strive to exceed the highest quality standards of the studio

We are looking for

• Success in creating stunning animations while maintaining visual and functional specifications for game mechanics and technical specs
• Expert hand-key animation skills and deep knowledge of animation fundamentals
• Experience in shipping multiple game titles in your career as an Animator
• Experience with narrative animation in cinematics and marketing
• In-depth experience working with animation graphs and state machines
• Proficiency within Maya and Unity
• Understanding of character development, visual storytelling, and conveying narrative through animation
• Superior communication, organizational, time management and interpersonal skills
• Positive attitude and an ability to receive and provide objective feedback
• Experience providing feedback with internal teams, external vendors or receiving feedback as working for a vendor

Bonus Points

• Experienced working with an established IP
• Ability to model, texture & render
• Enjoy stylized mobile games

For candidates in CA, CO, NJ, NY, and WA, the annual salary range is provided below. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for equity, bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare benefits, retirement benefits, pet insurance, paid holidays, paid Scopely free days, and unlimited paid time off. Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

CA, CO, NJ, NY, and WA Annual Salary Range

$144,000 - $15,000 USD

About Us
Scopely is a global interactive entertainment and mobile-first video game company, home to many top, award-winning experiences such as "MONOPOLY GO," "Star Trek Fleet Command," "Stumble Guys," "MARVEL Strike Force," and "Yahtzee With Buddies," among others.

Scopely creates, publishes, and live-operates immersive games that empower a directed-by-consumer experience across multiple platforms--from mobile, web, PC and beyond.

Founded in 2011, Scopely is fueled by a world-class team and a proprietary technology platform Playgami that supports one of the most diversified portfolios in the games industry.

Recognized multiple times as one of Fast Company's "World's Most Innovative Companies," Scopely is a multi-billion-dollar business due to its ability to create long-lasting game experiences that players enjoy for years.

Scopely has global operations in more than a dozen markets across Asia, EMEA, and North America, and is home to many internal game development teams, referred to as Scopely Studios, with additional game studio partners across four continents.

Scopely was acquired by Savvy Games Group in July 2023 for 4.9 billion, and is now an independent subsidiary of Savvy.

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• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of animators, providing clear direction and constructive feedback.
• Oversee the animation pipeline from pre-visualization to final polish, ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
• Develop and implement animation styles and techniques that align with the overall artistic vision of our projects.
• Collaborate with character designers, riggers, and technical directors to achieve desired character performance and workflow efficiency.
• Review animation shots, provide detailed notes, and ensure all animation meets the required aesthetic and technical specifications.
• Troubleshoot animation challenges and develop innovative solutions to overcome technical or artistic hurdles.
• Contribute to the animation process by creating high-quality character animations and effects for key sequences.
• Participate in team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and production reviews.
• Maintain strong communication with project managers and other department heads to ensure seamless integration of animation work.
• Stay current with industry trends, new software, and animation techniques to continually elevate our production quality.

• Proven experience as a Lead Animator or Senior Animator in the animation or gaming industry, with a strong portfolio showcasing exceptional character animation skills.
• Proficiency in industry-standard animation software such as Maya, Blender, or similar.
• Deep understanding of animation principles, including timing, spacing, weight, and appeal.
• Experience managing and mentoring a team of animators.
• Excellent understanding of anatomy, physics, and believable movement.
• Strong artistic eye and a passion for storytelling.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Animation, Fine Arts, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

• Overseeing and guiding the animation team in creating high-quality character and environmental animations that align with the artistic vision and technical requirements of our games.
• Developing and implementing animation pipelines, style guides, and best practices to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Crafting compelling and lifelike animations for key characters and dramatic sequences, contributing directly to the emotional impact of our titles.
• Mentoring and providing constructive feedback to junior and senior animators, fostering their professional growth and ensuring adherence to project goals.
• Collaborating closely with game designers, art directors, and technical artists to bring virtual worlds and characters to life.
• Reviewing animation assets, identifying areas for improvement, and ensuring the highest standards of quality and polish.
• Troubleshooting animation-related technical challenges and working with engineers to implement solutions.
• Contributing to the overall creative direction and narrative of the projects through animated storytelling.
• Championing innovative animation techniques and tools to push the boundaries of visual expression in games.

• Extensive experience (8+ years) in character animation for video games, with a significant portion in a lead or senior role.
• A strong portfolio showcasing exceptional animation skills, character performance, and technical understanding.
• Proficiency in industry-standard animation software (e.g., Maya, Blender, 3ds Max) and game engines (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity).
• Deep understanding of animation principles, timing, weight, and appeal.
• Experience managing and motivating a remote animation team.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, particularly in a distributed work environment.
• A passion for gaming and a keen eye for detail and artistic quality.

• Lead and mentor a team of animators, providing artistic direction and technical guidance.
• Oversee the animation pipeline, ensuring efficiency and quality from storyboarding to final rendering.
• Collaborate with directors and art leads to define and maintain the visual style and tone of projects.
• Create high-quality character animations, motion graphics, and visual effects.
• Perform complex character animation, including facial expressions, body mechanics, and performance acting.
• Review and provide constructive feedback on animation work from team members.
• Develop and refine animation techniques and workflows.
• Troubleshoot and solve technical challenges within the animation process.
• Ensure animation assets meet project deadlines and quality standards.
• Contribute to the development of rigging systems and character setups.
• Stay current with industry trends, software advancements, and new animation technologies.
• Participate in pre-production meetings, providing animation insights and feasibility assessments.
• Work closely with the lighting and compositing teams to achieve the final look.
• Present animation work and progress to stakeholders.

• Bachelor's degree in Animation, Fine Arts, Digital Media, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional animation experience, with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Strong portfolio showcasing exceptional animation skills in character animation, performance, and motion.
• Proficiency in industry-standard animation software such as Maya, Blender, 3ds Max, or similar.
• Solid understanding of animation principles, cinematography, and storytelling.
• Experience with motion capture cleanup and integration.
• Knowledge of rigging and character setup is a plus.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills.
• Ability to provide clear and constructive feedback.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with real-time engines like Unreal Engine or Unity is an advantage.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

• Animating characters, objects, and environments for various media formats (e.g., film, games, web).
• Creating storyboards, animatics, and pre-visualization sequences.
• Developing and executing character rigging and animation cycles.
• Implementing visual effects and motion graphics.
• Collaborating with directors and art leads to define animation style and quality standards.
• Providing feedback and mentorship to junior animators.
• Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues related to animation production.
• Staying current with emerging animation techniques and software.
• Ensuring timely delivery of animation assets according to project schedules.

• Lead and mentor a team of animators, providing clear direction and constructive feedback.
• Define and maintain the animation style and quality standards for projects.
• Oversee the creation of high-quality character animation, motion graphics, and visual effects.
• Collaborate with directors, art leads, and other stakeholders to achieve the creative vision.
• Develop and implement animation pipelines and workflows for efficient production.
• Ensure timely delivery of animation assets according to project schedules.
• Troubleshoot animation technical issues and provide solutions.
• Stay current with the latest animation techniques, software, and industry trends.
• Contribute to character rigging and setup as needed.
• Review and approve animation work from the team.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative remote working environment.

• Bachelor's degree in Animation, Fine Arts, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 7+ years of professional experience in animation, with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality animation for games, film, or interactive media.
• Expertise in industry-standard 3D animation software (e.g., Maya, Blender, 3ds Max) and 2D animation software (e.g., After Effects, Toon Boom).
• Strong understanding of animation principles, including timing, spacing, weight, and appeal.
• Excellent grasp of character performance, lip-sync, and storytelling through motion.
• Proficiency in motion graphics and visual effects is a plus.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to provide clear artistic direction and feedback.
• Experience managing and motivating remote teams.
• A strong portfolio showcasing exceptional animation skills and artistic talent.

• Lead and mentor a team of animators, providing guidance on animation techniques and artistic direction.
• Oversee the animation pipeline, ensuring efficient workflows and timely delivery of assets.
• Create high-quality character animation, motion graphics, and visual effects.
• Collaborate with directors and art directors to define the animation style and ensure artistic consistency.
• Review animation work, providing constructive feedback to team members.
• Troubleshoot technical challenges and develop solutions for animation production.
• Contribute to the development of animation tools and pipelines.
• Ensure animation assets meet project requirements and technical specifications.
• Manage animation schedules and resource allocation.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in animation technology.