How much does an Animator make in Rapid City, SD? The average Animator salary in Rapid City, SD is $57,824 as of March 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $49,600 and $67,931. Salary ranges 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. 

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Animator

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Job Openings for Animator in Rapid City, SD
We're helping Law By Mike (11M subscribers) hire a talented animator to create engaging animated shorts (3D/anime-style) that explain legal concepts in an entertaining and accessible way. What they ...
LinkedIn - 6 days ago
8K Solutions - Titusville , FL
Experience with Unity Animator Controller state machines and blendtrees with focus on Animation Blending and Transitions. * Good understanding of anatomy and character movement. * Experience with ...
LinkedIn - 6 days ago
MAKE/FILMS - Lancaster , PA
Craft visually stunning and engaging animations that align with each project's creative vision. * Collaborate with directors, editors, and producers to develop innovative motion concepts. * Bring ...
LinkedIn - 6 days ago
Massa Multimedia Architecture, PC. - Neptune City , NJ
Are you a bold, forward-thinking graphic designer with a passion for AI, animation, and social media influence? Do you thrive in a space where creativity meets cutting-edge technology? MMA Architects ...
LinkedIn - 18 days ago
netPolarity, Inc. (Saicon Consultants, Inc.) - Cupertino , CA
Keynote Animation Software Engineer Location: Remote Job Duration: 12+m contract with potential for extension Primary Skills: * Demonstrated experience with Metal. * Experience with Gaming Industry ...
LinkedIn - 4 days ago
SPARK NS - Menlo Park , CA
Review educational content and identify key areas where graphics, animations, or video elements can enhance clarity, engagement, and understanding. Ensure that graphics are tailored to technical ...
LinkedIn - 37 days ago

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Average Base Salary

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Animator in Rapid City, SD. The base salary for Animator ranges from $49,600 to $67,931 with the average base salary of $57,824. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $51,041 to $69,819 with the average total cash compensation of $59,887.

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About Rapid City, South Dakota    Rapid City is located at 44°04′34″N 103°13′42″W / 44.076188°N 103.228299°W / 44.076188; -103.228299. The downtown elevation of Rapid City is 3,202 ....More

Rapid City, South Dakota  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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Skills associated with Animator: Animation

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