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How much does an Animation Designer I make in California? The average Animation Designer I salary in California is $69,080 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $58,180 and $83,480. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Animation Designer I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Animation Designer I Salary $48,256 CA February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Animation Designer I Salary $58,180 CA February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Animation Designer I Salary $69,080 CA February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Animation Designer I Salary $83,480 CA February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Animation Designer I Salary $96,590 CA February 26, 2024
25% $58,180 10% $48,256 90% $96,590 75% $83,480 $69,080 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Animation Designer I utilizes sketches, storyboards and animatics to develop concepts. Conceptualizes, designs, develops and executes 2D and 3D motion graphics and animations for web, mobile, and other digital platforms. Being an Animation Designer I works with UI designers and developers to integrate graphics into the overall design of projects. Creates complex graphics, animation, and video content. In addition, Animation Designer I proficient with a variety of visual and audio design and editing tools. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in art, design or equivalent. Typically reports to a manager. Being an Animation Designer I work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Working as an Animation Designer I typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    Animation Designer I

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    3D Animator II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $66,500 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $66,797 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $69,917 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $66,425 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $63,559 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $68,712 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $66,640 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $62,393 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $76,425 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $76,250 Date Updated February 26, 2024

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