Animation & CGI Coach

Peterson Ventures; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Leland is seeking an experienced animation and CGI coach to guide students building careers in film, games, and VR. You will teach core animation techniques, 3D modeling, character design, and storyboarding, while guiding CGI production and post-production workflows.

You will review portfolios, craft resumes, and offer guidance on freelancing, salary negotiation, and interview prep. Coaches set their own hours and rates and deliver sessions virtually, partnering with our team to deliver a

Qualifications

• Significant professional experience in animation or CGI (studio, freelance, or a combination).
• Prior mentoring or teaching experience.
• Clear, structured approach to helping students grow their craft and career.

Responsibilities

• Coach students aiming to build or advance careers in animation and CGI across film, games, and VR.
• Help students develop core animation techniques and 3D modeling skills, and guide CGI production and post-production workflows.
• Review portfolios, provide resume/LinkedIn guidance, networking strategy, and interview prep; assist with salary negotiation and freelancing guidance.

Skills

Animation techniques

3D modeling

Character design

Storyboarding

Motion graphics

Rendering

Visual effects

CGI production

Interview prep guidance

Job description

Leland is building the home for ambition in the age of AI. We connect people with the experts, programs, and communities they need to land the job, get into the school, or upskill for a world being rewritten by AI. We help businesses become AI-native through training, hiring, and infrastructure. Since our founding in 2021, we've helped tens of thousands of people reach their most ambitious goals and raised $19M from world-class investors. Ambition is sacred to us, and we've built a product that takes that seriously.

We're seeking an experienced animation and CGI professional to coach students looking to build or advance a career in the field. This role includes helping students develop core animation techniques and 3D modeling skills, along with more specialized areas like character design, storyboarding, motion graphics, rendering, and visual effects. Coaches also guide students through CGI production and post-production workflows, animation software proficiency, and animation direction, while helping them explore paths in film animation, game animation, and virtual reality design. Additional support includes skill building, resume and cover letter review, LinkedIn review, networking strategy, and preparation for both behavioral and technical interviews, as well as guidance on salary negotiation and freelancing for students pursuing independent work. Ideal candidates have significant professional experience in animation or CGI (studio, freelance, or a combination), prior mentoring or teaching experience, and a clear, structured approach to helping students grow their craft and their career. Coaches set their own hours and rates, host sessions virtually, and partner with our team to deliver a high-quality, supportive experience for every student.

Why Leland?

• The chance to join a world-class team helping people achieve their career and educational dreams

• Work in a collaborative, high-energy environment where your contributions have a direct impact

• Operate in a fast-paced, AI-native environment

• We don't hire people who merely want to work for a great company; we hire people who want to make a great company

Leland is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds and demographics to apply.