TL;DR

Junior Animator: Contributing to the art production pipeline for gaming products with an accent on smooth visuals and striking animations. Focus on developing original 2D/3D animated content, modeling, texturing, and lighting, and applying animation rules to create immersive game experiences.

Location: Hybrid in Barcelona, Spain. Candidates must be authorized to work in Spain on a full-time basis without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Company

%hirify_global%, part of the Aristocrat family, is a world-renowned product company creating top-grossing titles in the social casino genre.

What you will do

Contribute to all levels of the art production pipeline, from conceptualizing to final game art.
Maintain organized, layered files and asset storage.
Develop 2D and/or 3D objects and scenes, including modeling, texturing, and lighting.
Develop original 2D and/or 3D animated content and graphics.
Understand storyboards and build Animatics for game workflows.
Partner with designers and programmers to bring games alive through visuals and animations.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in art, animation, or a related field.
Intermediate-level skills in animation demonstrated in a portfolio.
Proficiency in Photoshop and After Effects, including plug-ins.
Experience with Autodesk Maya and similar 3D art software; intermediate skills in 3D modeling, texturing, rigging, lighting, and animation.
Knowledge of storyboarding, video production, and 2D/3D animation.
Ability to break down animation assets and provide accurate estimates.
Strong English communication skills.
Candidates must be authorized to work in Spain on a full-time basis without visa sponsorship.

Nice to have

Previous experience in the gaming industry.
Outstanding abilities in drawing, illustration, and composition.

Culture & Benefits

Opportunity to work in an ambitious, world-renowned company that values creativity and innovation.
Part of a global powerhouse with 800 team members across various offices (London, Barcelona, Gdańsk, Lviv, Montreal).
People First principle, fostering an inclusive culture where team members can elevate careers and grow.
Recipient of Global Inspiring Workplace Awards and a bronze award at the Stevies for Great Employers in 2024.