2D Games Animator

TL;DR

2D Games Animator: Creating high-quality 2D animations, particle effects, and UI animations for Match-3 games with an accent on visual storytelling and gameplay feedback. Focus on producing animation assets consistent with the game's visual style and iterating based on feedback.

Location: Fully remote with company based in Berlin, Germany

Company

hirify.global is a remote-first instant gaming company developing casual social games played globally, including the top-grossing Facebook game Bubble Shooter Pro.

What you will do

• Create high-quality 2D animations for gameplay elements, characters, and environments.
• Produce particle and visual effects to enhance gameplay feedback and storytelling.
• Develop UI animations contributing to a polished player interface.
• Prepare animation assets compatible with technical pipelines and visual style.
• Iterate on animation assets based on project feedback cycles.
• Support additional 2D asset production tasks such as rigging preparation and illustrations.

Requirements

• Professional experience as a 2D Animator in the games industry with portfolio or demo reel.
• Strong expertise in Spine and Adobe After Effects or comparable software.
• Professional working proficiency in English.
• Strong understanding of animation fundamentals including timing, weight, and motion.
• Experience creating 2D particles or hand-drawn FX for gameplay animation.
• Ability to deliver high-quality assets within production timelines.

Nice to have

• Experience with Unity and HTML5-based game production pipelines.
• Proficiency in Photoshop and version control systems like Git.
• Experience using AI-assisted tools for asset preparation or adjustments.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote-first company with a diverse international team.
• Freedom to take initiative and challenge the status quo.
• Focus on creating fun and everlasting instant games.