
2D Animator, Casino Games Studio
Arena (Sports, Media & Entertainment Careers)
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: United Kingdom
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About the role
- Collaborate with the studio head and game designers to animate characters, environments, icons, UIs and other game elements using both png sequences and spine.
- Design and produce win presentations, game transitions, animations etc. for casino games.
- Work closely with front-end developers to deliver art assets in the required formats for implementation.
- Ensure proper compression and optimisation of assets for various supported devices.
- Stay updated on thematic trends and key competitors in the gaming industry, proactively suggesting themes and improvements for upcoming games based on ongoing research.
- Assist game designers in visualising their game ideas quickly.
- Stay up-to-date with industry-standard tools and techniques for generating game art and animations.
- Clearly communicate ideas and concepts throughout the organisation.
Requirements
- Present a portfolio of personal work including character animations in various styles.
- Be meticulous, proactive, and possess a keen eye for detail.
- Provide reasonable and accurate project estimates and meet deadlines.
- Have proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Maya, and Spine.
- Have intermediate to advanced knowledge of 3D modelling, and texturing.
- Have experience creating storyboards, art guidelines, mood boards, and concept art with a quick turnaround.
- Have a strong understanding of anatomy, body mechanics and composition.
- Be adaptable to new animation styles, in-game animation production tools and workflows.
- Demonstrate expertise in layering and delivering assets in preferred formats.
- Have an excellent eye for colour theory, composition, and rendering.
Benefits
- Highly competitive salary reflecting your skills and experience.
- Regular company socials and outings.
- Reward and recognition programs to acknowledge your contributions.
- Free bicycle parking to promote eco-friendly transportation options.
- 20 days of annual leave, in addition to 8 days of bank holiday.
- Free snacks, beer, and soft drinks and a PS5 in the office.
- Lovely and modern office space in central London.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
character animation3D modellingtexturingstoryboardingart guidelinesmood boardsconcept artcompressionoptimisationcolour theory
Soft Skills
meticulousproactivekeen eye for detailadaptabilitycommunicationproject estimationdeadline management