Associate Director of Animation, Interactive & Environment Design

University of Wisconsin-Madison

Associate Director overseeing artists in animation, interactive media, and environment design at PBS Wisconsin. Leading creative projects and collaboration across departments in a dynamic team environment.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeMadison • Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $80,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in managing creative teams across animation, interactive media, and environmental design, while fostering a collaborative culture and driving innovative solutions. Proven ability to develop communication plans and ensure production aligns with strategic objectives.

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Creative LeadershipTeam ManagementAnimation ExperienceInteractive Media DesignExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

AnimationInteractive MediaGame DesignScenic DesignEnvironmental Design

Soft Skills

CollaborationAdaptabilityTeam Culture Building

Industry Keywords

Creative TechnologiesMedia FormatsProduction AdherenceStrategic Direction

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee a group of artists and designers working across animation, interactive design, and scenic/environment design
Provide creative leadership, day-to-day management and strategic direction of a small team
Collaborate with departments to ensure work reflects and supports PBS Wisconsin's mission
Research, evaluate and advocate for emerging creative technologies and media formats
Develop and monitor communication plans and production adherence to objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 5 years of experience leading and managing creative teams or direct reports
At least 5 years of hands-on experience in one or more of the following: animation, interactive media or game design, scenic or environmental design
Demonstrated experience leading innovative work, including a track record of identifying gaps, taking initiative and stepping in to provide creative solutions that push the work or team in a new direction
Demonstrated commitment to building team culture, including active efforts to foster connection and belonging, combined with an adaptability to change.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, including experience working across departments and with a wide range of internal and external partners.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous paid time off
Competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance
Tax-advantaged savings accounts
Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund