Animate a wide range of 2D assets, including: Character and creature movements, Symbols and win animations, FX animations, Background/environmental effects, UI transitions and gameplay effects, Bonus game features.
Work with 2D artists to prepare layered art for animation.
Deliver smooth, polished animations optimized for multiple devices and engines.
Collaborate with designers and Art Directors to align animation timing with gameplay.
Produce prototype animations to define early motion direction.
Prepare and export animations using Spine, Unity, After Effects, or similar tools.
Ensure consistency and quality across all animation assets.
Apply feedback efficiently from leads, producers, and QA teams.

Requirements

Proficiency in Spine, Unity, After Effects, or similar 2D animation tools.
Strong understanding of animation principles: squash/stretch, timing, easing, anticipation, overlap, etc.
Experience animating UI, symbols, characters, and FX.
Ability to optimize animations for browser and mobile performance.
Basic Photoshop/Clip Studio Paint knowledge.
Junior: min. 1 year experience + solid demo reel + strong fundamentals.
Regular: 3 years experience in games, confident in independent production.
Senior: 4–6+ years experience, strong animation ownership, iGaming experience preferred.
Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
High attention to detail and creativity.

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

2D animationanimation principlesUI animationcharacter animationFX animationanimation optimizationdemo reelindependent productioniGaming experience

Soft Skills

communicationteamworktask managementdeadline managementattention to detailcreativity