2D Animator (iGaming)

TL;DR

2D Animator (Spine/iGaming): Creating high-quality in-game animations for slot games with an accent on character, object, and UI movements. Focus on fine-tuning visual effects, polishing game feel, and optimizing the animation pipeline in Spine.

Location: Remote (Poland, Portugal, Serbia, Ukraine)

Company

Recruitment and staffing agency providing talent for a client in the iGaming sector.

What you will do

• Create and set up 2D character, object, environment, and UI animations in Spine.
• Develop in-game elements, effects, and interactive objects for mobile games.
• Design and fine-tune visual effects, including particles, loops, and transitions.
• Polish existing animations to improve timing, smoothness, and overall game feel.
• Collaborate with artists, game designers, and developers to integrate animations into the game.
• Support and iterate on the animation pipeline based on team feedback.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience as a 2D Animator in the game industry.
• Strong hands-on expertise with Spine.
• Commercial experience in match-3, casual, hybrid-casual, or slot games.
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe After Effects.
• Solid understanding of traditional animation principles (timing, spacing, squash & stretch).
• Must be based in Poland, Portugal, Serbia, or Ukraine.
• Ability to communicate in English, Russian, or Ukrainian.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• 20 vacation days and 5 sick days yearly.
• Friendly and creative work atmosphere.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Flexible working hours and remote work options.