animation lead

CD PROJEKT RED

<div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">CINEMATIC ANIMATION LEAD</h1>
Boston, MA, United States
Full-time
Project: Сyberpunk 2
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Filip Gubala
</div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">COMPANY DESCRIPTION</h2>
To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers &mdash; this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company&rsquo;s culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel and Beyond the Game Blog where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members!
</div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">JOB DESCRIPTION</h2>
CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a Cinematic Animation Lead to join our Boston office to the team working on Cyberpunk 2, the next mainline Cyberpunk 2077 game.
The Lead will drive the quality and coherence of cinematic animation, leading a team of talented animators to deliver seamless, emotionally rich scenes, animation library and world content that define the player experience in Cyberpunk 2. Through cross-team collaboration and thoughtful leadership, you will empower artists, improve and refine cinematic animation workflows, and uphold the creative and technical vision that keeps every scene authentic to the world we&rsquo;re building.
This position requires relocation to Boston. Hybrid mode is available afterwards.
Daily Responsibilities<ul><li>
Maintain and evolve the cinematic animation vision and strategy together with the Creative Director and Cinematic Director, while collaborating with the Cinematic Design Lead and Gameplay Animation Lead to ensure coherence across storytelling, worldbuilding and performance.</li><li>
Elevate and uphold the cinematic animation quality bar, pushing the seamless connection between gameplay and narrative moments toward an ever more cohesive, emotionally engaging player experience.</li><li>
Evangelize both the creative and technical direction of cinematic animation, ensuring alignment with the project&rsquo;s overall vision and storytelling goals.</li><li>
Collaborate with the Cinematic Director before and during motion and performance capture sessions to ensure authentic, believable performances aligned with the creative goals of Cyberpunk 2.</li><li>
Review animation in both cinematic and world content scenes regularly, providing clear, actionable feedback to maintain quality, consistency, and emotional impact.</li><li>
Lead, mentor, and inspire the Cinematic Animation team, empowering artists and fostering creative ownership, artistic excellence, and professional growth.</li><li>
Collaborate with production on planning, scheduling, and prioritization to keep the team focused and empowered to deliver their best work.</li><li>
Develop and refine the cinematic animation pipeline in close collaboration with Tech Art, Engineering, Shared Tech, and other key stakeholders to enhance workflows, tools, and cross-discipline efficiency.</li><li>
Foster open cross-team collaboration to ensure every cinematic moment feels grounded, expressive, and true to the world of Cyberpunk 2.</li><li>
Cultivate a collaborative culture where trust, empowerment, and shared creative purpose drive the team forward.</li></ul>
</div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">QUALIFICATIONS</h2>
<ul><li>8+ years of experience across animation and game development, including leadership on a shipped AAA narrative-driven title focused on cinematic storytelling.</li><li>
Deep understanding of performance, storytelling, and cinematography in an interactive medium, with a strong reel demonstrating leadership or hands-on contribution to emotionally powerful cinematic performances.</li><li>
Strong understanding of body mechanics, facial performance, and emotional expression through animation.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to direct motion capture and performance capture sessions, ensuring authentic, believable performances aligned with creative and technical goals and limitations.</li><li>
Expertise in Unreal Engine and professional experience with Motion Builder or Maya.</li><li>
Experience mentoring and managing teams, with a focus on empowering individuals, fostering ownership, and building an environment of trust and collaboration.</li><li>
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey creative intent clearly across disciplines and collaborate effectively with directors, designers, and engineers.</li><li>
Ability to balance creative ambition with production realities and technical constraints, maintaining quality under pressure.</li><li>
Hands-on experience developing or refining cinematic animation workflows and pipelines, improving tools and processes in collaboration with Tech Art and Engineering.</li><li>
A passion for storytelling and for pushing the boundaries of character performance in games.</li><li>
Previous experience working with outsourced animation teams, co-development partners, or remote contributors.</li></ul>
</div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">ADDITIONAL INFORMATION</h2>
The application window for this position will close by 06/11/2026.
This job requires working in Boston, US. 
Working mode: in-office in a hybrid or full-time capacity.
Health &amp; Well-Being<ul><li>
Company-paid medical healthcare (dental, vision, and mental).</li><li>
Free mental health support, including access to counseling, psychiatric care, and a variety of well-being webinars.</li><li>
Paid leave - 26 days of vacation, 10 sick days, &amp; 12 calendar holidays per year.</li><li>
401K with employer matching.</li><li>
Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) &ndash; $100 per month to use towards fitness, wellness, internet, home office equipment, learning, streaming services, and more.</li><li>
Menstrual leave &mdash; employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain.</li><li>
RED Parents Network &mdash; support for working parents, including childcare benefits, and family-friendly events.</li></ul>
Perks &amp; Professional Growth<ul><li>
Flexible working hours.</li><li>
Trainings, lectures, and courses &mdash; internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available.</li><li>
A welcome pack filled with goodies &mdash; to help you feel right at home once you join the team.</li></ul>
Life in the Office<ul><li>
Dog-friendly office &mdash; bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There&rsquo;s always a furry friend or two to meet.</li><li>
Truly international working environment &mdash; a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.</li><li>
No dress-code &mdash; we like to keep it casual.</li></ul>
This position is a backfill.
Estimated pay range for this position: $149,500 - $205,600 USD annually 
This role may also be eligible for discretionary stock options.
At CD PROJEKT RED compensation for our roles in North America are determined based on competitive market data, geographic location, and individual factors tied to business needs. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Final offers are dependent on job-related factors like experience, qualifications, and location.</div></div></div>

Cinematic Animation Lead

Starby

Starby LLC is seeking a Head Animator to join the company as a creative partner. This is a leadership role designed for an experienced animator who wants to contribute at a strategic level, helping define the visual direction and animation standards across company projects. Candidates of all ages 14+ encouraged to apply.This is not a freelance or contract position. The selected candidate will operate at a partner level alongside the founders, participating in both creative decision-making and long-term development.Role OverviewThe Head Animator will be responsible for leading the animation vision and execution for Starby LLC&rsquo;s productions. This individual will play a central role in shaping the company&rsquo;s visual identity, animation style, and production workflows.The position requires both strong technical animation ability and a collaborative, leadership-oriented mindset.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead and oversee animation across company projects</li><li>Establish and maintain animation quality standards and style consistency</li><li>Develop and refine animation pipelines and workflows</li><li>Produce high-quality animation assets as needed</li><li>Collaborate closely with creative leadership on character performance, motion, and visual storytelling</li><li>Provide guidance, feedback, and direction on animation-related decisions</li><li>Contribute to the broader creative development of projects</li></ul>Position StructureThis is a partner-level role, not a traditional employment arrangement. The Head Animator will:<ul><li>Participate in high-level creative discussions and decisions</li><li>Maintain long-term involvement in company projects</li><li>Operate with significant creative responsibility</li><li>Receive compensation through an equity / profit participation structure (details discussed privately)</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: From $1.00 per monthWork Location: Remote

Head Animator

Velan Studios, Inc.

<div>
 At Velan Studios, we foster a culture of curiosity. Our games embrace diversity and are fueled by the adventurous spirit of our team. We are the creative minds behind titles like Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit, Knockout City, Hot Wheels Rift Rally, Midnight Murder Club as well as the VR game Bounce Arcade, and our journey continues! Our studio's mission is to pioneer groundbreaking gaming experiences and reimagine play in new ways. We're committed to pushing the boundaries of traditional gaming, blurring the lines between reality and fantasy, and revolutionizing the industry one game at a time.
 
 
 We are looking for a
 
 Senior Gameplay Animator
 
 with the experience and passion to drive our gameplay mechanics to the next level. You&rsquo;ll play a key role in defining how our characters move, respond and feel, crafting animation that&rsquo;s both expressive and tightly integrated with gameplay. You should be equally comfortable working in a small, fast-paced prototyping team as you are creating polished, production-quality animation for larger projects. You will be actively collaborating with artists, engineers and designers to develop amazing gameplay feel. And your passion for bringing characters to life should only be matched by your love of diving into engine to bring all your animations together for an unforgettable gameplay experience.
 
 
 
 Senior Gameplay Animator Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Help define and drive the game&rsquo;s animation style with expressive, solid body mechanics that makes gameplay feel amazing.
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 Take ownership of the full gameplay animation process, from rough prototypes to polished game performances.
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 Drive in-engine development with excellent engine competency, including animation systems, state machines and other procedural animation techniques.
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 Collaborate with designers and engineers to explore new ideas, solve tricky gameplay challenges, and push what&rsquo;s possible through animation.
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 Document tools and workflows.
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 Mentor other animators, offering feedback, guidance, and support.
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 Champion animation across the studio &mdash; always pushing for clarity, responsiveness, and that breath of life within every press of a button.
 </li>
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 Project Lead role based on project*
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 What is expected of an Art Lead at Velan Studios?
 
 
 
 Lead roles are assigned on a per-project basis and not tied directly to the level of an employee&rsquo;s position. Leads champion best practices that relate to their area of expertise but also represent all aspects of it in interdisciplinary discussions regarding scope, planning, tools, features and team updates.
 
 
 As the project matures, leads may also be part of hiring and mentoring of any additional artists that might be needed within their field to accomplish project goals in a timely manner and to a high level of quality. Leads may also be expected to help assess their performance and aid in their career development.
 
 
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
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 7+ years of professional experience animating for games, with a focus on gameplay.
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 A standout demo reel that shows clear body mechanics, timing, and personality.
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 Expert in Maya or equivalent 3D animation software.
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 Hands-on experience working in-engine, with focus on general state machine structures.
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 Proactive and self-directed, with a good sense of when to explore and when to get things done.
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 Able to effectively communicate technical needs and issues to Engineering/Tech Art/Design.
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 Above all, deeply curious and passionate about creating responsive, character forward animation that makes gameplay feel amazing.
 
 
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 Big Pluses
 
 
 
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 Experience leading small animation teams or driving animation direction
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 Reel should include game or engine captures of your animations in gameplay context.
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 Familiarity with motion matching, procedural animation, or other modern runtime techniques.
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 Generalist skills in modeling, rigging, or related areas.
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 A passion for game design and how animation supports player feedback, pacing, and readability
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 Experience with motion capture.
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 Basic scripting or tool-building experience (Python, MEL, or similar) to streamline workflows or prototype ideas.
 
 
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 This is a
 
 hybrid
 
 or
 
 onsite
 
 position. Hybrid is 3 days a week in studio. Our studio is located in Troy, NY.
 
 
 The salary for this position is typically within the range specified below* per year. Please note that the actual base pay may vary based on factors such as your qualifications, skills, experience, and other relevant considerations. In addition to your salary, our comprehensive compensation package includes various perks, such as potential annual bonuses (though they are not guaranteed), health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and flexible time-off benefits.
 
 
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 Senior: $80,000. - $120,000. USD
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 Specialist: $100,000.-$140,000. USD
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Gameplay Animator (Senior/Lead)

iPredictor AI Labs Private Limited

Job Title: Lead Animation CreatorEmployment Type: Full-Time Experience Required: 1&ndash;4 Years Salary Range: ₹3,00,000 &ndash; ₹5,00,000 per annum Work Mode: HybridRole OverviewWe are looking for a Lead Animation Creator who will be responsible for creating high-quality animations and motion graphics for our brand. This is a hands-on role focused on execution, where the candidate will work closely with the marketing and content teams to deliver engaging visual content on time.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Design and produce high-quality 2D/3D animations and motion graphics</li><li>Lead animation projects from concept development to final execution</li><li>Collaborate with marketing, content, and design teams to meet business objectives</li><li>Develop storyboards, animation flows, and visual concepts</li><li>Ensure consistency with brand guidelines and quality standards</li><li>Manage timelines and handle multiple deliverables efficiently</li><li>Use AI-powered creative tools to enhance animation workflows, speed, and output quality</li></ul>Required Skills &amp; Qualifications<ul><li>1&ndash;4 years of professional experience in animation or motion design</li><li>Proficiency in tools such as After Effects, Premiere Pro, Blender, Maya, or similar software</li><li>Working knowledge of AI-powered creative tools such as Runway, Pika Labs, Adobe Firefly, Midjourney, or equivalent platforms</li><li>Strong understanding of animation principles and visual storytelling</li><li>Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines</li><li>High attention to detail with a structured and professional approach</li></ul>Additional InformationPortfolio or relevant sample work is mandatory. Candidates who submit a portfolio or relevant work samples will be given preference.Job Type: Full-timePay: ₹300,000.00 - ₹500,000.00 per monthBenefits:<ul><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Work from home</li></ul>Work Location: Hybrid remote in Pune, Maharashtra

Lead Animation Creator

<div>Company Description 
To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers &mdash; this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company&rsquo;s culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel and Beyond the Game Blog where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members! 
Job Description 
CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a Senior Gameplay Animator with a focus on locomotion to join our Boston hub and the team working on Cyberpunk 2, the next mainline Cyberpunk 2077 game. 
 
As a hands-on individual contributor, you will define the look and feel of player and NPC locomotion&mdash;from grounded movement to cybernetically motivated actions&mdash;for a high-quality animation experience. You will work from previsualization and prototyping through final in-engine implementation, collaborating with Art, Design, Technical Animation, and Engineering. Your goal will be to ensure animation content and runtime systems deliver a responsive, readable, and compelling player experience, setting the quality bar and best practices for locomotion animation across gameplay. 
Daily Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Drive locomotion animation quality for player and NPC movement across gameplay states and contexts.</li><li>
Partner with the Animation Lead and key stakeholders to align animation quality, style, and execution with the project&rsquo;s aesthetic goals, gameplay pillars, and overall player experience.</li><li>
Collaborate daily within a cross-disciplinary team to define gameplay experiential goals and deliver features from concept through final implementation.</li><li>
Create pre-visualizations and prototypes to assist in communication and development.</li><li>
Create high-quality finished animation using hand-keyed, procedurally generated animation, and motion capture techniques to achieve seamless, expressive, reactive movement.</li><li>
Implement and iterate within Unreal Engine to ensure locomotion animation feels responsive, readable, and polished in real-time gameplay.</li><li>
Research, explore and advocate new techniques, systems, and workflows to improve animation quality, efficiency, and support evolving gameplay and previsualization needs.</li><li>
Curate motion capture shot list and provide performance direction, preparing locomotion patterns and reference videos, and assisting on-stage as necessary.</li><li>
Provide clear feedback and animation insight during reviews and collaborations, helping raise quality.</li><li>
Provide mentorship, inspiration, and support to early-career animators through feedback, collaboration, and example.</li></ul> 

Qualifications 
<ul><li>
5+ years of professional experience in gameplay animation development with major contributions to player locomotion.</li><li>
Experience on a shipped title with extensive 3Cs mechanics.</li><li>
Professional experience developing animation for locomotion in Unreal Engine (or comparable engines), including Animation Blueprints, state machines, animation montages, blend spaces, motion matching, Control Rig, and runtime animation behaviors.</li><li>
Proficient in 3D animation skills using Maya, MotionBuilder, or equivalent DCC tools.</li><li>
Solid animation fundamentals, including weight, timing, posing, and clarity.</li><li>
Ability to author hand-keyed animation and motion capture into compelling performances, refining motion capture to support gameplay dynamics while maintaining the integrity of the source.</li><li>
Deep understanding of body mechanics and physics as they relate to believable character movement and locomotion.</li><li>
Ability to deliver work in accordance with the artistic direction of the project.</li></ul>
Nice to Have:<ul><li>
Experience directing motion capture, particularly for motion matching.</li><li>
Experience developing motion-matching locomotion systems.</li></ul>
Candidates should include a portfolio in their application. 
Additional Information 
The application window for this position will close by 07/30/2026.
This job requires working in Boston, US. 
Working mode: in-office in a hybrid or full-time capacity.
Health &amp; Well-being<ul><li>
Company paid medical healthcare (dental vision &amp; mental health included).</li><li>
Paid leave - 26 days of vacation, 10 sick days, &amp; 12 calendar holidays per year.</li><li>
No dress-code - we like to keep it casual.</li><li>
401K with employer matching.</li><li>
Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) &ndash; $100 per month to use towards fitness, wellness, internet, home office equipment, learning, streaming services, and more.</li><li>
Menstrual Leave.</li></ul>
Perks &amp; Professional Growth<ul><li>
Flexible working hours.</li><li>
Trainings, lectures and courses - internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There&rsquo;s always something to learn!</li><li>
Merch - regular chances to nab some cool swag!</li><li>
Access to the cafeteria platform.</li><li>
A welcome pack filled with goodies - to help you feel right at home once you join the team.</li></ul>
Life in the Office<ul><li>
Dog-friendly office - dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There&rsquo;s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio.</li><li>
Truly international working environment - a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.</li></ul>
This position is a new role.
Estimated pay range for this position: $95,000 - $174,000 USD annually
At CD PROJEKT RED compensation for our roles in North America are determined based on competitive market data, geographic location, and individual factors tied to business needs. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Final offers are dependent on job-related factors like experience, qualifications, and location.
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Senior Gameplay Animator (Locomotion)

The Walt Disney Company

<div>
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 About our Studio
 
 
 
 Disney Television Animation (DTVA) has over 40 years of legacy as a top producer of kids &amp; family entertainment. Our work is integral to The Walt Disney Company, bringing Disney-branded characters and stories to families&rsquo; homes across the globe.
 
 
 DTVA creates both long-form and short-form content spanning traditional 2D, rig-based 2D, CG (preschool), CG (premium), and stop-motion. We create shows in a broad range of unique and innovative styles, and we aim to match the right talent with the right production in terms of skill and artistic style.
 
 
 
 What You Will Do
 
 
 
 The Animation Supervisor creates, defines, guides, supports, and advises on animation from pre-production through final delivery. Maintaining the visual performance of animation across the series, this role requires the assurance that all character animation meets the show&rsquo;s stylistic vision and narrative while working to define the style, tone, and performance language. Responsibilities include:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Working closely with EP, Supervising Producer, Supervising Director, and Director(s) to establish the animation style of the series.
 </li>
 <li>
 Working with the Producer, Supervising Producer, CG Supervisor, Line Producer, and Animation Service Provider to ensure the animation style can be produced within the budget and schedule parameters.
 </li>
 <li>
 Working with the Supervising Producer, CG Supervisor, and Animation Service Provider to arrive at technical solutions required to achieve the artistic style of animation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Identifying and troubleshooting issues with character modeling, character facial rigs, and character body rigging.
 </li>
 <li>
 Identifying and troubleshooting animation issues from acting mechanics to technical problems.
 </li>
 <li>
 Acting as a liaison between Disney Television Animation and Animation Service Provider, building a relationship with their Animation Leads to the highest quality performances.
 </li>
 <li>
 Writing animation handout notes describing the acting, emotion, and action of each shot / sequence.
 </li>
 <li>
 Writing camera notes describing the lens choice and speed of camera moves.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advising and supporting the animators in achieving the desired style and meet milestones.
 </li>
 <li>
 Attending reviews and overseeing shot deliveries to approve and/or make retake notes on all shots coming out of the animation department.
 </li>
 <li>
 Being responsible for maintaining continuity and consistency within the series. Providing consistent and clear feedback to the animation department.
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrating animation techniques, motivate, and inspire animators at the Animation Service Provider.
 </li>
 <li>
 Additional duties as necessary, for example, show documentation, guides, and bibles.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Required Qualifications And Skills
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Trained CG Animator, hand-drawn animation is a plus.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience as a professional Animator and/or Animation Supervisor in Television and / or Feature Animation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience with character animation. Proven excellence with action, comedic, and emotional moments.
 </li>
 <li>
 Understanding of anatomy, perspective, composition, and cinematic storytelling.
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrated ability to solve problems of weight, balance, movement, space, construction, and proportion.
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrated proficiency with the principles of animation timing and the dynamics of animals and human figures in action.
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrated acting and staging skills and the ability to caricature features, actions, and emotions required.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience with outsourced pipelines preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 Good team player.
 </li>
 <li>
 CG Animation experience required. 2D Animation experience a plus.
 </li>
 <li>
 Expert proficiency in Maya.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience with production tracking tools like Shotgrid/ftrack a plus.
 </li>
 <li>
 Familiarity with USD-based pipelines a plus.
 </li>
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 Positive attitude with the ability to be flexible.
 </li>
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 Excellent organizational, verbal, written, e-social skills and acumen.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Education
 
 
 
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 Bachelor degree or equivalent work experience
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Job Location
 
 
 
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 This is a fully on-site role based in Glendale, CA.
 
 
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 </ul>
 The pay rate for this role in California is $62.74 to $77.25 per hour, which follows the pay scale agreed upon in the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate&rsquo;s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
</div>

Animation Supervisor - CG Series (Disney Television Animation)

<div><div>Job ID 10136257 Location Glendale, California, United States Business Disney Branded Television Date posted Feb. 20, 2026
<div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Summary:</h4>
<div><div><div>Job Description</div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>
About our Studio
Disney Television Animation (DTVA) has over 40 years of legacy as a top producer of kids &amp; family entertainment. Our work is integral to The Walt Disney Company, bringing Disney-branded characters and stories to families&rsquo; homes across the globe.
DTVA creates both long-form and short-form content spanning traditional 2D, rig-based 2D, CG (preschool), CG (premium), and stop-motion. We create shows in a broad range of unique and innovative styles, and we aim to match the right talent with the right production in terms of skill and artistic style.</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
What you will do
The Animation Supervisor creates, defines, guides, supports, and advises on animation from pre-production through final delivery. Maintaining the visual performance of animation across the series, this role requires the assurance that all character animation meets the show&rsquo;s stylistic vision and narrative while working to define the style, tone, and performance language. Responsibilities include:<ul><li>
Working closely with EP, Supervising Producer, Supervising Director, and Director(s) to establish the animation style of the series.</li><li>
Working with the Producer, Supervising Producer, CG Supervisor, Line Producer, and Animation Service Provider to ensure the animation style can be produced within the budget and schedule parameters.</li><li>
Working with the Supervising Producer, CG Supervisor, and Animation Service Provider to arrive at technical solutions required to achieve the artistic style of animation.</li><li>
Identifying and troubleshooting issues with character modeling, character facial rigs, and character body rigging.</li><li>
Identifying and troubleshooting animation issues from acting mechanics to technical problems.</li><li>
Acting as a liaison between Disney Television Animation and Animation Service Provider, building a relationship with their Animation Leads to the highest quality performances.</li><li>
Writing animation handout notes describing the acting, emotion, and action of each shot / sequence.</li><li>
Writing camera notes describing the lens choice and speed of camera moves.</li><li>
Advising and supporting the animators in achieving the desired style and meet milestones.</li><li>
Attending reviews and overseeing shot deliveries to approve and/or make retake notes on all shots coming out of the animation department.</li><li>
Being responsible for maintaining continuity and consistency within the series. Providing consistent and clear feedback to the animation department.</li><li>
Demonstrating animation techniques, motivate, and inspire animators at the Animation Service Provider.</li><li>
Additional duties as necessary, for example, show documentation, guides, and bibles.</li></ul>
Required Qualifications and Skills<ul><li>
Trained CG Animator, hand-drawn animation is a plus.</li><li>
Experience as a professional Animator and/or Animation Supervisor in Television and / or Feature Animation.</li><li>
Experience with character animation. Proven excellence with action, comedic, and emotional moments.</li><li>
Understanding of anatomy, perspective, composition, and cinematic storytelling.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to solve problems of weight, balance, movement, space, construction, and proportion.</li><li>
Demonstrated proficiency with the principles of animation timing and the dynamics of animals and human figures in action.</li><li>
Demonstrated acting and staging skills and the ability to caricature features, actions, and emotions required.</li><li>
Experience with outsourced pipelines preferred.</li><li>
Good team player.</li><li>
CG Animation experience required. 2D Animation experience a plus.</li><li>
Expert proficiency in Maya.</li><li>
Experience with production tracking tools like Shotgrid/ftrack a plus.</li><li>
Familiarity with USD-based pipelines a plus.</li><li>
Positive attitude with the ability to be flexible.</li><li>
Excellent organizational, verbal, written, e-social skills and acumen.</li></ul>
Education<ul><li>
Bachelor degree or equivalent work experience</li></ul>
Job Location<ul><li>
This is a fully on-site role based in Glendale, CA.</li></ul> 

The pay rate for this role in California is $62.74 to $77.25 per hour, which follows the pay scale agreed upon in the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate&rsquo;s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.</div></div></div></div>

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