Remote 3D Animator

Introduction: Craft Visual Stories from Anywhere

We’re hiring a Remote 3D Animator who can transform static concepts into dynamic visual experiences. In this fully remote role, you'll be animating for digital platforms that span interactive media, virtual simulations, advertising, and gaming environments. Your role will be central to telling stories, presenting products, and evoking emotional engagement through movement. From stylized shorts to hyperrealistic motion design, your animation skills will enhance creative projects and help brands make powerful digital impressions.

Key Responsibilities

Animation and Design

• Create and animate 3D characters, props, and environments.
• Use motion to develop personality, timing, and impact across digital scenes.
• Implement feedback efficiently and iteratively throughout the animation pipeline.

Creative Execution

• Translate sketches and style guides into fluid animated assets.
• Apply core animation principles to build believable and expressive movement.
• Adjust pacing, flow, and timing to match project objectives.

Collaboration and Coordination

• Work closely with directors, modelers, texture artists, and technical teams.
• Share regular updates in project tools and respond to feedback in scheduled reviews.
• Adapt to evolving creative direction and last-minute production needs.

Workflow and Pipeline

• Manage animation assets, scene files, and layers for smooth real-time playback.
• Organize project folders, follow naming conventions, and ensure compatibility across tools.
• Track assignments using digital boards and deliver updates by milestone.

Work Environment: Focused and Fully Remote

You’ll work independently from anywhere with a reliable connection. Our team collaborates using tools such as Slack, Trello, Zoom, and cloud-based storage platforms. We emphasize clear expectations, shared documentation, and regular syncs to ensure a smooth workflow. You’ll set up your ideal workspace while staying aligned with a global creative team that values accountability, curiosity, and trust.

Tools and Technology

Core Animation Software

• Autodesk Maya and Blender for modeling and animation
• Adobe After Effects for post-processing and compositing
• Substance Painter for high-quality texturing

Real-Time Integration

• Unreal Engine or Unity for rendering and interactive applications
• RenderMan, Arnold, or Redshift for photorealistic output

Input Devices and Asset Management

• Wacom tablets or similar stylus setups for detailed control
• ShotGrid, Perforce, or similar platforms for review and version control

Qualifications and Skills

Experience and Portfolio

• Minimum 3 years of experience working in a professional animation environment
• A strong reel showing stylized, cinematic, or real-time animation work

Technical Skillset

• Knowledge of animation cycles, character rigs, and scene setup
• Understanding of lighting, shading, camera animation, and physical simulation
• Familiarity with scripting or blueprint tools is a bonus

Creative Versatility

• Comfortable working across genres: fantasy, sci-fi, commercial, and educational
• Able to interpret creative briefs into visually rich animated experiences

Educational Background

• A bachelor’s degree in Animation, Digital Arts, or a similar field is preferred but not required.

Your Impact as a Remote 3D Animator

You will help communicate ideas visually by transforming concepts into movement. Whether animating a lifelike character for a virtual demo or building fantasy landscapes that respond to player input, your animations will hold emotional power. Your work will engage, inform, and inspire users across platforms, strengthening the client’s message and creating a lasting visual impact.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary of $81,974 per year
• 100% remote setup with asynchronous flexibility
• Paid time off and wellness support for work-life balance
• Software licenses, training access, and creative learning stipends
• Invitations to team events, retrospectives, and global collaboration calls

Career Development and Growth

Future Pathways

• Grow into positions like Animation Lead or Creative Director
• Collaborate on AR/VR projects, simulations, and next-gen visuals

Industry Engagement

• Opportunities to submit work to animation festivals and industry platforms
• Invitations to represent the team at digital expos or creative showcases

Ideal Candidate Traits

• Independent, organized, and proactive in communication
• Enthusiastic about problem-solving through animation
• Respectful of deadlines and passionate about visual storytelling
• Always experimenting and learning new motion techniques

Call to Action: Apply Now and Animate Impact

We’re excited to meet a Remote 3D Animator who’s ready to tell bold stories and elevate digital experiences through motion. If you're a visual thinker who thrives in flexible, feedback-driven environments, this is your moment to make an impact. Apply now and help shape narratives that move audiences and inspire imagination.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We believe diverse perspectives fuel creativity. We actively welcome applications from individuals of every identity and background. Our team culture centers on inclusion, respect, and shared growth—regardless of race, gender, orientation, or experience. If this role excites you, we want to hear from you.