Animator

NBCUniversal

full-time

Posted on: 1/7/2026

Location Type: Remote

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💰 $89,752 - $135,000 per year

About the role

Create memorable acting choices - able to define the characters and offer fresh and original ideas.
Develop the emotional content of each scene through strong acting skills.
Work closely with the Head of Character Animation and Supervising Animators to keep characters on model.
Set a high quality standard of animation for other animators to follow.
Ability to take on a range of animation styles.
Able to establish/build outstanding mechanics.
Consistently finds appealing poses - elevates the quality of any characters’ design or shot.
Test character setups and develop new animation tools.
Ability to solve technical issues independently and/or knowledge of when to elevate them.
Strong understanding of the CG animation pipeline.
Strong communication skills - able to anticipate any delays to schedule and communicate those issues as soon as possible.
Open and adaptable to feedback or changes.
Mentoring new animators, sharing suggestions and helpful tips and tricks, seeking out opportunities and efficiencies that drive the department forward.

BA or equivalent gained from a combination of skills and knowledge from education, work experience, and/or training.
3+ years of professional CG Animation experience.
Character Performance experience.
Willingness to work overtime, and on weekends, when necessary.
Understanding of Rigging.
Drawing skills.
Traditional Animation skills.
Storyboarding skills.

Benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

CG AnimationCharacter PerformanceRiggingDrawingTraditional AnimationStoryboardingAnimation StylesAnimation ToolsCharacter SetupAnimation Pipeline

Soft Skills

Strong Acting SkillsCommunicationAdaptabilityMentoringProblem SolvingCreativityCollaborationAttention to DetailFeedback ReceptionQuality Standards

Certifications

BA or equivalent