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DreamWorks Animation
Market: Los Angeles Location: Glendale, CA
Aug 24, 2026
Full Time JobThe Character Effects department and CFX Artists at DreamWorks Animation are responsible for both the set up and shot simulation of cloth, fur, hair, foliage, feathers, props, and other simulations as necessary on various projects.
• Designs and crafts character effects such as cloth and fur simulations.
• Develops generalized tools, used in Character FX, to help improve the pipeline.
• Creates …
Dreamworks TV
Market: Los Angeles Location: Glendale, CA
Aug 24, 2026
Full Time JobResponsibilities: “What would you say you do here?”
• Review animation deliveries from Partner Studio(s) and provide clear and courteous notes while keeping in mind the overall workload of the animation team(s)
• Attend primary animation reviews to gather notes from show Creative Leadership
• Generate BG references for Partner Studio(s) that provide direction for staging of shots in usable areas o…
Skydance
Market: New York Location: Connecticut, CT
Aug 24, 2026
Freelance Job2D Effects Artist (Temporary/Freelance)
The effects created will help shape the film's visual tone and push its artistic language forward. While the focus will be primarily on magic, there will be additional work in water, fire, smoke, debris, and other elemental effects, all developed to align with the film's artistic aesthetic. You'll work closely with the Visual Development team and report to …
Skydance
Location: Madrid, ES
Aug 24, 2026
Full Time JobAs a Senior Rigger you will work closely with the Rigging Supervisor and a variety of departments including; R&D, Art, Modelling, Layout and Animation, to develop, implement, maintain and support character and prop deformation rigs for use in Crowds, Layout and Animation.
Responsibiities
• Has strong experience in Facial deformation.
• Has strong experience sculpting expressions.
• Develops …
Insomniac
Market: Orlando Location: Orlando, FL
Aug 21, 2026
Part Time JobInsomniac - EDC Orlando 2026 Seasonal Entertainment Makeup Artist
THE ROLE
Insomniac Events is seeking a highly motivated and proactive Entertainment Makeup Artist to join our Entertainment team with focus on costume and character makeup. This position reports to the Entertainment Director.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Execute makeup looks styled to an approved design for performers of events.
• Duplicat…
Sony Imageworks
Market: Null Location: Montréal, QC, CA
Aug 20, 2026
Full Time JobLes Films Sony Imageworks Québec Inc.
700 Rue Saint-Hubert, Suite 400, Montreal QC HY2 0C1
Project based, Full Time
Language in work environment - Excellent communication skills in both French and English to deal with global aspects of business
Summary:
The Scene Assembly Artist acts as the bridge between Camera and Animation, ensuring that camera-delivered scenes are technically sound and fu…
Industrial Light & Magic
Location: London, EN, GB
Aug 21, 2026
Full Time JobJob Summary:
Position Summary:
As the critical bridge between the motion capture stage and final character animation, your role demands a unique hybrid of deep technical expertise, artistic sensitivity, and rigorous pipeline leadership.
The Motion Editing Supervisor will direct a highly specialised team of motion editors responsible for processing, cleaning, and retargeting raw, high-density mot…
Sony Imageworks
Location: Vancouver, BC, CA
Aug 3, 2026
Full Time Job1285 W Pender St Vancouver, BC V6E 4B1
Project based, Full Time
Language in work environment - English
Creates set-ups, models and animates assigned character external features such as hair, fur and cloth to meet art direction. Accountable for meeting productivity and quota targets. Able to create character simulations for multiple types of character features and may have in-depth skills …
Sony Imageworks
Market: Null Location: Vancouver, BC, CA
Aug 20, 2026
Full Time Job658 Homer Street., Suite 405, Vancouver, BC, V6B 2R4
Project based, Full Time
Language in work environment - English
Summary:
The Scene Assembly Artist acts as the bridge between Camera and Animation, ensuring that camera-delivered scenes are technically sound and fully prepared for downstream departments. Operating after conform, this role serves as a critical quality-control checkpoint befor…
Industrial Light & Magic
Market: Bay Area Location: San Francisco, CA
Aug 17, 2026
Full Time Job
This posting is an opportunity to submit your resume for future consideration; this is not a role that is open at this time. We anticipate this role may be open in the future, but we are not actively hiring for the position. If you would like to be considered for this potential role, please submit your resume. If the role becomes available, you may receive an email or call from a recruiter.
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Skydance
Market: New York Location: Connecticut, CT
Aug 3, 2026
Full Time JobIn this role, you will play a critical part in bringing stories to life by translating scripts, ideas, and character-driven moments into compelling visual storytelling. Through dynamic staging, cinematic composition, expressive acting, and strong pacing, you will help shape the emotional and narrative direction of the film from early development through production.
Working closely with Director…
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Texture Artist
Sony Imageworks
Location: Vancouver, BC, CA
Aug 3, 2026
Full Time Job1285 W Pender St Vancouver, BC V6E 4B1
Project based, Full Time
Language in work environment - English
Sony Imageworks Vancouver is seeking Texture Artists!
Responsibilities
Cohesively work alongside other asset departments (Model, Rig, Character FX, Look Development) to create and apply photoreal and/or stylised textures. Design organic and hard surface textures in order to achieve t…
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Layout Artist
Sony Imageworks
Location: Vancouver, BC, CA
Aug 3, 2026
Full Time Job1285 W Pender St Vancouver, BC V6E 4B1
Project based, Full Time
Language in work environment - English
Sony Imageworks Vancouver is seeking Layout Artists (Final & Rough)!
Translates storyboards, sketches and verbal instructions into 3D sequence of shots. Determines camera composition, angles and movement. Establishes set and background geometry. Creates basic blocking for all characte…
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Lighting Artist
Sony Imageworks
Location: Montréal, QC, CA
Aug 10, 2026
Full Time JobLes Films Sony Imageworks Quebec Inc.
700 Rue Saint-Hubert, Suite 400, Montreal QC HY2 0C1
Project based, Full Time
Excellent communication skills in French and English. Some tools used for lighting (e.g., Unreal Engine) are primarily available in English. The Lighting Artist must collaborate with departments such as compositing, FX, animation, and layout, many of whose members are based …
Sony Imageworks
Market: Null Location: Vancouver, BC, CA
Jul 30, 2026
Full Time Job658 Homer St, Vancouver, BC V6B 0T5
Language in work environment - English
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and passionate CFX Pipeline Tech to join our team. This pivotal role involves the development and maintenance of our character effects pipeline, with a focus on dynamic simulations and innovative workflows. The ideal candidate is highly technical, possesses a creative aesthetic, an…
Insomniac
Market: Los Angeles Location: San Bernardino, CA
Aug 6, 2026
Part Time JobInsomniac - Nocturnal Wonderland 2026 Seasonal Entertainment Makeup Artist
THE ROLE
Insomniac Events is seeking a highly motivated and proactive Entertainment Makeup Artist to join our Entertainment team with focus on costume and character makeup. This position reports to the Entertainment Director.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Execute makeup looks styled to an approved design for performers of events.
•…
Skydance
Market: Los Angeles Location: Santa Monica, CA
Aug 10, 2026
Full Time JobSkydance Animation is seeking an experienced Visual Development Artist to join our team on an upcoming feature film. In this role, you will help shape the worlds our story takes place in by developing compelling, immersive environments that support narrative, mood, themes, and character.
You will generate a wide range of visual development materials, including environmental designs, drawings, m…
Sony Imageworks
Market: Null Location: Vancouver, BC, CA
Aug 10, 2026
Full Time Job658 Homer St
Vancouver, BC V6B 0T5
Project based, Full Time
Language in work environment - English
What you'll be doing
As an Intermediate Look Development Artist, you will build upon a foundation of 3-5 years of industry experience. This role entails creating and refining materials for characters, environments, and props, ensuring consistency and adherence to the established art direct…
Industrial Light & Magic
Market: Bay Area Location: San Francisco, CA
Aug 10, 2026
Full Time Job
Position Summary
We are seeking a Senior Lighting Artist who reflects the innovative spirit, creative talent, production excellence, and passion for great storytelling that defines ILM.
The Senior Lighting Artist is responsible for bringing the best out of our environments and to combine artistic talent and technical ability. You would be working closely with our Department Supervisor, Lig…
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Texture Artist
Sony Imageworks
Location: Vancouver, BC, CA
Aug 3, 2026
Full Time Job1285 W Pender St Vancouver, BC V6E 4B1
Project based, Full Time
Language in work environment - English
Responsibilities
Cohesively work alongside other asset departments (Model, Rig, Character FX, Look Development) to create and apply photoreal and/or stylised textures. Design organic and hard surface textures in order to achieve the desired look of characters, props, and environments. S…
Insomniac
Market: Seattle Location: Seattle, WA
Aug 12, 2026
Part Time JobInsomniac - Boo! Seattle 2026 Seasonal Entertainment Makeup Artist
THE ROLE
Insomniac Events is seeking a highly motivated and proactive Entertainment Makeup Artist to join our Entertainment team with focus on costume and character makeup. This position reports to the Entertainment Director.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Execute makeup looks styled to an approved design for performers of events.
• Duplica…
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Lighting Artist
Sony Imageworks
Location: Vancouver, BC, CA
Aug 3, 2026
Full Time Job1285 W Pender St Vancouver, BC V6E 4B1
Project based, Full Time
Language in work environment - English
Sony Imageworks Vancouver is seeking Lighters!
Job Description:
Designs and implements lighting of characters and environments for assigned shots that meet and enhance the given art direction for a production. Able to light multiple types of scenes from simple to moderately difficult…
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Layout Artist
Sony Imageworks
Location: Vancouver, BC, CA
Aug 3, 2026
Full Time Job1285 W Pender St Vancouver, BC V6E 4B1
Project based, Full Time
Language in work environment - English
Translates storyboards, sketches and verbal instructions into 3D sequence of shots. Determines camera composition, angles and movement. Establishes set and background geometry. Creates basic blocking for all characters, props, along with temp elements such as lighting, crowds and effects…
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Animator
Sony Imageworks
Location: Montréal, QC, CA
Aug 10, 2026
Full Time JobLes Films Sony Imageworks Québec Inc.
700 Rue Saint-Hubert, Suite 400, Montreal QC HY2 0C1
Project based, Full Time
Excellent communication skills in French and English. Animation roles require interpreting and executing creative direction, animation notes, and feedback from supervisors and directors, often delivered in English. Collaboration with global teams and participation in dailies…
Skydance
Market: Los Angeles Location: Santa Monica, CA
Aug 3, 2026
Full Time JobSkydance Animation is seeking an Associate Costume Designer to join the studio's Costume Department. Reporting to the Head of Costume Design, the Associate Costume Designer will expand upon and support the development of wardrobe concepts established in collaboration with the broader Visual Development team and film leadership.
This role ensures the creative vision is carried through consistent…