Top 31 Character designer Jobs in Santa Monica Ca

Character Designer
Skydance —Los Angeles, CA
- $2,900 - $4,000 a week
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Anatomy knowledge
- 8 years
- Senior level
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2D Effects Artist (Temporary/Freelance)
Skydance —Los Angeles, CA
- Remote
- 1 year
- Entry level
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8d
Designer
Jakks Pacific Inc —Santa Monica, CA
- $70,304 - $77,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Presentation skills
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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7d
DreamWorks Feature - Costume Designer, Animated Characters
DreamWorks Animation —Glendale, CA
- $89,752 - $135,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Research
- Residential
- Fair chance
6d
Senior Designer, Gabby’s Dollhouse [Contract]
Spin Master Ltd —Los Angeles, CA
- $40 - $45 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Children
- Senior level
- Opportunities for advancement
- Flexible schedule
7d
Brand & Visual Designer
INVIZ —Santa Monica, CA
- $70,000 - $85,000 a year
- Mid-level
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6d
Theater Set Design and Construction
Pacifica Christian High —Santa Monica, CA
- Carpentry
- Classroom
- High school
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3D Character Artist (Mid-Senior)
thatgamecompany —Los Angeles, CA
- $81,000 - $114,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Anatomy knowledge
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Sr. Designer
Jakks Pacific Inc —Santa Monica, CA
- $77,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Presentation skills
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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13d
Designer, Global Consumer Products Creative
Netflix —Los Angeles, CA
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Designer
CB2 —Los Angeles, CA
- $18 - $36 an hour
- Part-time
- Merchandising
- US work authorization
- Fair chance
- Store discount
- Disability insurance
Associate Costume Designer
Skydance —Los Angeles, CA
- $67 - $75 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Anatomy knowledge
- 5 years
- Research
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Temp Sculptor
Jakks Pacific Inc —Santa Monica, CA
- $20 - $24 an hour
- Seasonal
- Mid-level
- Office
- Children
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Roblox Thumbnail Artist
Sawhorse Productions —Los Angeles, CA
- $60,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Mid-level
- Fair chance
- 2 years
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Costume Designer
Skydance —Los Angeles, CA
- $2,900 - $4,000 a week
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Anatomy knowledge
- 8 years
- Mentoring
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Senior Digital Designer
Niagen Bioscience —Westwood, CA
- $95,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Senior level
- Paid time off
- Opportunities for advancement
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Marketing Video Production Designer
Mob Entertainment —Los Angeles, CA
- $85,000 - $104,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Fair chance
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
Contract Senior Previsualization Artist
Mob Entertainment —Los Angeles, CA
- $47 - $80 an hour
- Contract
- Remote
- Mentoring
- Fair chance
- Senior level
- Flexible schedule
Lead Toy Designer - Pokémon Plastics
Jazwares, LLC —Culver City, CA
- $98,640 - $121,320 a year
- Email
- 7 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Children
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
Hannon Theatre
The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Los Angeles (LA Catholics) —Los Angeles, CA
- $4,500 - $6,300 a week
- Seasonal
- School experience
- High school
- Inventory management

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Character Designer

Skydance -
Los Angeles, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$2,900 - $4,000 a week

Qualifications

Adobe Photoshop
Anatomy knowledge
Character design
Visual storytelling
Animal anatomy knowledge

Full Job Description

Skydance Animation is seeking an experienced Character Designer to join our team on an upcoming feature film. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in bringing stories to life by shaping the look, personality, and visual identity of our characters. From early concept exploration to final design execution, you will craft compelling, expressive designs that resonate with both the narrative and audience.

Working closely with directors, art leads, and fellow creatives, the Character Designer will contribute to the development of unique character styles, produce high-quality design assets, and help maintain a cohesive visual language throughout the film. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in drawing, a keen sense of storytelling through design, and the versatility to explore a wide range of shapes, styles, and emotional expression.

Previous experience on a feature animated film is required.

This position is based in Los Angeles, California, and requires the selected candidate to work in an on-site hybrid capacity.

Responsibilities

Develop original artwork for project concepts and characters, including exploratory designs, refined assets, and surface details
Produce a wide range of visual development work from quick sketches and rough ideation to fully realized, production-ready character designs
Create clear and expressive character turnarounds, pose sheets, and supplementary drawings in 2D and/or CG visual development formats
Conduct visual and thematic research to inform design choices, ensuring authenticity, originality, and alignment with the story and world
Design and assemble compelling presentation materials that effectively communicate creative ideas to internal teams and leadership
Collaborate in brainstorming sessions to generate inventive concepts that enhance storytelling, bringing depth, humor, emotion, and personality to each character
Apply a strong understanding of human and/or animal anatomy to create believable, dynamic, and appealing character designs
Contribute creative problem-solving solutions, respond thoughtfully to feedback, and iterate efficiently on designs throughout the production process
Manage time effectively to meet production schedules and deadlines while maintaining a high level of quality
Maintain organized, production-ready files in accordance with the show’s naming conventions and versioning systems
Communicate proactively with supervisors and production partners regarding progress, questions, and any potential challenges
Revise and update designs as needed based on feedback, ensuring all work meets the creative vision before final approval
Partner closely with the Production Designer, Art Director, Lead Character Designer, and production staff to provide status updates and address any issues that arise

Requirements

8+ years of character design experience on animated feature films
Strong visual storytelling skills, with the ability to design characters that support narrative and performance
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Photoshop
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to present work and respond effectively to feedback
Solid understanding of human and/or animal anatomy
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively within a team
Adaptable and responsive to evolving creative direction and production needs
Working knowledge of Autodesk Maya, Blender, or ZBrush is a plus
Must be, or be willing to become, a member of The Animation Guild Local 839

The compensation range for this non-exempt position in Los Angeles, CA is $2,900-4,000/week. The rate offered may vary based on the candidate’s location, qualifications, experience and relevant expertise, among other factors. The range indicated is for base salary only and does not reflect the total compensation package, including bonus, benefits, etc.

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character designer jobs in santa monica ca

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Designer

DreamWorks Feature - Costume Designer, Animated Characters

Senior Designer, Gabby’s Dollhouse [Contract]

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Sr. Designer

Designer, Global Consumer Products Creative

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Costume Designer

Senior Digital Designer

Marketing Video Production Designer

Contract Senior Previsualization Artist

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