Animation is a popular filmmaking technique that manipulates still images to create moving images. As of 2024, it is estimated that the sector contributes around £1.3 billion to the U.K. economy and employs over 20,000 workers in 2D and 3D animation, VFX, game development, and computer graphics modelling.
We've created a comprehensive list of both niche and general job boards to help you easily find and attract animation talent. We have also included free job posting sites for companies hiring on a budget.
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*Companies may offer discounted rates for monthly, annual, and bulk packages.
Job seekers in search of animator positions can try using niche job boards like Animatedjobs.com and Games Jobs Direct to find a wide variety of roles. Alternatively, general job posting sites like Reed.co.uk or LinkedIn may also be good options for expanding their searches.
In the U.K., the animation industry employs around 30,000 professionals and the sector is projected to grow steadily in the coming years, with the U.K. industry estimated to be valued at £1.3 billion in 2024.
Employers can post London-based animation jobs for free on platforms like Animatedjobs.com, ScreenSkills Jobs, and Behance.
Employers can use niche platforms like the FSTVS job board, Dribbble, and Upwork to advertise remote animation jobs. General job boards, such as Reed.co.uk, also list remote and/or flexible working roles in animation.
There are several niche job boards, such as Animatedjobs.com and ScreenSkills Jobs, that allow employers to list entry-level and/or internship roles for animators. Some niche platforms for early-career professionals include InternJobs.com and Internwise.
