Advice From The ExpertsÂ
Don't Just Take My Word For It!
This page is a curated list of trusted resources designed for job seekers in VFX, Animation, and Games to explore in their own time.
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These links are intended to support and expand upon everything you’re learning through Studio Ready, giving you the extra edge you need to land your next role.
Animation Job Boards
ArtStation Jobs: artstation.com/jobs
AWN Job Board: awn.com/jobs
The Rookies: therookies.co
Animated Jobs: animatedjobs.com
Animation Career Review Job Board: animationcareerreview.com/jobs
Cara: cara.app/jobs
ShowbizJobs: showbizjobs.com/jobs/category/animation-vfx
Women in Animation Job Board: womeninanimation.org
Job Boards: VFX, Animation and Games
VFX Job Boards
VES Job Board: vesglobal.org/jobboard
VFX Engine: vfxengine.com/jobs
VFX Jobs: vfxjobs.com
Access VFX: accessvfx.org
ArtStation Jobs: artstation.com/jobs
ShowbizJobs: showbizjobs.com/jobs/category/animation-vfx
VFX Vancouver: vfxvancouver.com
The Rookies: therookies.com
Games Job Boards
Hitmarker: hitmarker.net
GamesIndustry.biz Jobs: gamesindustry.biz/jobs
Work With Indies: workwithindies.com
Remote Game Jobs: remotegamejobs.com
Game Conference Guide: gameconfguide.com
Cara: cara.app/jobs
Studios with Career Alerts
VFX
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ILM: ilm.com/careers
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DNEG: dneg.com/careers
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Framestore: framestore.com/careers
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Weta FX: wetafx.co.nz/careers
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Rodeo FX: rodeofx.com/careers
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Cinesite: cinesite.com/careers
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Scanline VFX: scanlinevfx.com/careers
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Rising Sun Pictures: rsp.com.au/careers
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Image Engine: image-engine.com/subscribe
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Digital Domain: careers.digitaldomain.com
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Barnstorm VFX: barnstormvfx.com/jobs
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Outpost VFX: outpost-vfx.com/en/careers
Games
Activision: careers.activision.com
EA: ea.com/careers
Riot Games: riotgames.com/careers
Ubisoft: ubisoft.com/en-us/company/careers
CD Projekt Red: cdprojektred.com/en/career
Naughty Dog: naughtydog.com/join-us
Epic Games: epicgames.com/site/en-US/careers
Bethesda Game Studios: bethesdagamestudios.com/careers
Square Enix: square-enix-games.com/en_GB/careers
Blizzard Entertainment: careers.blizzard.com
Rockstar Games: rockstargames.com/careers
Insomniac Games: insomniac-games.workable.com
Animation
Animation
Pixar: pixar.com/jobs
DreamWorks Animation: dreamworks.com/careers
Aardman: aardman.com/join-us
Sony Pictures Animation: careers.sonypictures.com
Cartoon Saloon: cartoonsaloon.ie/careers
LAIKA: laika.com/careers
Naughty Dog: naughtydog.com/join-us
Cover Letter Resources
The Harvard Extension School guide includes a clear structure for tailored cover letters without any commercial bias or paywall. Visit their site for impactful examples: careerservices.fas.harvard.edu/resources/hes-create-impactful-resumes-and-cover-letters
I strongly recommend you write your Cover letter in Microsoft Word or Google Docs.
Cover Letter Mishaps
Mentioning software you are not actually proficient in. claiming experience you do not have will be obvious within the first week on the job.
Writing a generic letter. Studios have distinct cultures. If your letter could have been sent to any studio, it will read like it was.
Focusing only on what the studio can do for you. Phrases like "I would love the opportunity to learn" put the benefit on your side. Flip it and show what you bring.
Ignoring non-artist roles. Collaborative industries value cross-department communication and deadline management.
Harvard Career Resume Resource
Templates built for ATS systems ensure recruiters see your skills. Visit Job Scan for professional resume options.
I strongly recommend you write your resume in Microsoft Word or Google Docs.
Things to Avoid
Multiple columns or tables (scanners get confused)
Excessive graphics and bar skill charts
Personal headshots (standard regionally, but simplicity is best)
A resume which is too general in scope.
Canva templates, as they are often not ATS-compliant.
ATS Compliant Resume Templates
Please note that the resources and links on this page are external and not affiliated with Studio Ready. While I do my best to review and update them regularly, I cannot guarantee the ongoing accuracy or availability of third-party content.
I hope these resources help you feel more prepared and confident as you navigate your career. I recommend bookmarking this page and checking back as you work through your applications.
If you would like support tailoring any of these resources to your specific goals in VFX, animation, or games, I am here to help. Book a coaching session or get in touch to chat about your next steps.