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How much does a Animation Designer II make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Animation Designer II in the United States is $38 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $34 and $40. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Animation Designer II Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Animation Designer II Salary $31 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Animation Designer II Salary $34 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Animation Designer II Salary $38 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Animation Designer II Salary $40 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Animation Designer II Salary $43 US March 26, 2024
25% $34 10% $31 90% $43 75% $40 $38 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Animation Designer II 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 II 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 II 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 II occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Working as an Animation Designer II typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    3D Animator I

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    Bachelor's Degree

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    Animation Designer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    3D Animator III

    4 - 7 years experience
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