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LightFury Games

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 Job Title:
 
 Senior Character Animator
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 India
 
 
 
 Company:
 
 LightFury
 
 
 
 About LightFury:
 
 LightFury is poised to become India&rsquo;s premier AAA game development company. We&rsquo;re driven by a passion for gaming and innovation, aiming to set new benchmarks in the industry. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We are expanding our team and looking for exceptional talent eager to develop and lead in groundbreaking ways.
 
 
 
 The Role:
 
 As a Senior Animator with facial animation skills at LightFury, you will be responsible for creating high-quality animations for our AAA games, with a focus on facial animation. You will work closely with the animation team, designers, and other stakeholders to develop and implement animations that meet the project's artistic and technical requirements.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Create high-quality animations, including facial animations, for characters and creatures in our AAA games.
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 Develop and maintain the animation style and direction of the game, ensuring consistency and quality across all animations.
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 Collaborate with the animation team to develop and implement animation assets, including keyframe animations, state machines, and blend trees.
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 Work with the design team to develop and implement animation-related game mechanics, including character movements, attacks, and interactions.
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 Troubleshoot animation-related issues and optimize animation performance.
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 Develop and maintain technical documentation for animation assets and pipelines.
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 Collaborate with other teams to ensure that animations meet the needs of the game and are delivered on time.
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 Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies in animation and game development.
 
 
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 Facial Animation Skills
 
 
 
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 Create high-quality facial animations, including lip sync, eye movements, and facial expressions.
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 Develop and maintain facial animation systems, including facial rigging, skinning, and animation tools.
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 Collaborate with the character art team to develop and implement facial animation assets, including facial models, textures, and materials.
 
 
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
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 5+ years of experience in animation or a related field.
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 Strong understanding of animation principles, including timing, spacing, and motion.
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 Proficiency in animation software, such as Maya, 3ds Max, or Blender.
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 Experience with facial animation software, such as Faceware, Dynamixyz, or Live2D.
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 Familiarity with game engines, such as Unreal Engine 5 or Unity.
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 Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
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 Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
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 A bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Fine Arts, Computer Science, or a related field is required.
 
 
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 Desirable Skills
 
 
 
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 Experience with motion capture technology and data.
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 Knowledge of rigging and character setup.
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 Experience with character animation and keyframe animation.
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 Familiarity with game development pipelines and tools, such as Perforce or Git.
 
 
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 Why Join Us?
 
 At LightFury, you&rsquo;ll contribute to pioneering projects surrounded by colleagues who are as passionate about gaming as they are about making a difference. You&rsquo;ll have the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, pushing the boundaries of technology and creativity. We believe in nurturing talent from all backgrounds, offering a space where everyone can contribute to our collective success.
 
 
 
 Apply Now
 
 Are you ready to join our team of talented animators and help create stunning animations for our AAA games? If you&rsquo;re motivated to be part of our journey and excited about making a significant impact, we&rsquo;d love to hear from you. Join us in redefining the landscape of AAA gaming from India.
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Senior Character Animator

Kwalee

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 At Kwalee, we foster an environment where creativity and collaboration come together. Specialising in both the development and publishing of casual and hybrid casual games, we also bring our creative touch to publishing PC &amp; Console titles, ensuring a diverse and exciting gaming portfolio.
 
 
 By joining our talented team in Bangalore, you&rsquo;ll be part of a space where ideas flow freely, innovation flourishes, and team spirit stays strong. We&rsquo;ve found that when we&rsquo;re all together, great things happen. With over 1 billion players already reached, your work will contribute to our shared mission of making the most fun games for the world's players.
 
 
 
 Join the team!
 
 
 
 As we continue to grow, we are now looking for a Senior 2D Artist and Animator to join our Creative Marketing team.
 
 
 As a Senior 2D Artist and Animator, you will lead the creation of high-quality, performance-driven 2D animated ad creatives for our mobile games. You&rsquo;ll combine strong animation fundamentals with performance marketing insights to deliver engaging content, guide animation workflows from concept to delivery, and mentor other team members while leveraging AI tools to enhance creative efficiency.
 
 
 This is a permanent role based in our Bangalore studio, where our daily in-office collaboration fuels creativity and innovation.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Lead the design and production of animated ad creatives using Toon Boom (proficiency in Spine is an advantage).
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 Translate creative briefs and campaign goals into compelling 2D animation concepts.
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 Collaborate with User Acquisition, Motion Design, and Creative Strategy teams to align storytelling with performance objectives.
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 Review ad performance data (CTR, CPI, IPM) and contribute to creative iteration planning.
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 Develop multiple variations and A/B test creatives to maintain engagement and performance.
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 Research competitor animations, market trends, and storytelling formats to drive innovation.
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 Apply principles of timing, spacing, composition, and cinematography for impactful visuals.
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 Integrate AI-powered tools and automation workflows to optimise quality and speed.
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 Mentor junior and mid-level animators through feedback, reviews, and guidance.
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 Maintain organised archives of project files, reusable assets, and references.
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 Ensure timely delivery of projects while maintaining consistency and production efficiency.
 
 
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 Requirements
 
 
 
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 Advanced proficiency in Toon Boom; experience with Spine or equivalent 2D animation tools is a plus.
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 Strong understanding of animation principles, marketing sensibilities, and ad production workflows.
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 Excellent 2D animation, drawing, and storytelling skills.
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 Strong grasp of composition, pacing, and visual timing for mobile ad content.
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 Familiarity with AI tools to streamline animation processes.
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 Experience in mobile game marketing and performance-based creative production.
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 Strong communication, collaboration, and presentation abilities.
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 Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver to tight deadlines.
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 Based in our Bangalore office with 5 days per week on site.
 
 
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 Why Kwalee?
 
 
 
 We believe in more than just a job&mdash;we&rsquo;re committed to helping you thrive with a fantastic work-life balance and a range of great benefits!
 
 
 With group health insurance and 20 annual leave days, you&rsquo;ll have plenty of time to recharge. Stay energised throughout the day with unlimited snacks and drinks, and enjoy access to a discounted premium gym membership to keep you feeling your best.
 
 
 You&rsquo;ll work with cutting-edge equipment in an environment designed for your success, with clear career progression and endless opportunities for growth. To keep things lively, we host seasonal events, regular townhalls, and share exclusive Kwalee merch&mdash;making sure there&rsquo;s always something exciting to look forward to!
 
 
 
 Our Commitment to Diversity &amp; Inclusion
 
 
 
 At Kwalee, we take pride in being an equal opportunity employer, where we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to driving creativity. We are committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment where everyone can thrive.
 
 
 Our culture is built on celebrating the diverse voices of our team members, fueling innovation and strengthening our connection to our players. We are dedicated to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion across all areas of life, including age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.
 
 
 We recognise the importance of self-development, career progression, and well-being in retaining our talented team. At Kwalee, we celebrate individuality and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.
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Senior 2D Animator

SCIENTIFIC GAMES

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 Scientific Games
 
 
 
 Scientific Games is the global leader in lottery games, sports betting and technology, and the partner of choice for government lotteries. From cutting-edge backend systems to exciting entertainment experiences and trailblazing retail and digital solutions, we elevate play every day. We push game designs to the next level and are pioneers in data analytics and iLottery. Built on a foundation of trusted partnerships, Scientific Games combines relentless innovation, legendary performance, and unwavering security to responsibly propel the global lottery industry ever forward.
 
 
 
 Position Summary
 
 
 
 
 Main responsibilities will include:
 
 
 
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 Develop and animate 2D characters, props, and backgrounds based on storyboards, concept art, and creative briefs.
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 Understand and accurately convey game character or objects personalities, expressions, and movements through animation.
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 Collaborate with the creative team to ensure consistency in animation style and adherence to project guidelines.
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 Create animatics, layout poses, and in-betweens to produce smooth and fluid character
 
 
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 animations.
 
 
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 Participate in animation reviews and feedback sessions to refine and iterate on animations.
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 Able to create effect layers like rays, glows, glints, and lightings on the given art to make the animation more attractive.
 
 
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 Qualifications And Skills
 
 
 
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 4+ years of experience in animation for films, television, video games, slot or mobile gaming industries or relevant.
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 Strong knowledge in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe After Effects
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 Strong knowledge in Spine 2D
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 Strong understanding of animation principles, such as timing, spacing, squash and stretch, and anticipation.
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 Strong knowledge in particle simulations, visual effects, and other physics dynamics.
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 Blender 3D (optional)
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 Digital Drawing skills (optional)
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 BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts) or relevant course
 
 
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 Education
 
 
 
 Bachelor's degree in related field.
 
 
 
 Years Of Related Experience
 
 
 
 Years of experience 4 to 8 years
 
 
 SG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If you&rsquo;d like more information about your equal employment opportunity rights as an applicant under the law, please click here for EEOC Poster.
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Senior Animator

SatMern Astro

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 Note: Applications will only be considered via the official Google Form.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About Us:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We are a creative startup producing short-format cinematic animated movies based on themes of astrology and stock market. Our focus is on delivering high-quality, visually striking content that blends storytelling with unique concepts. We are a small, disciplined team that values creativity, consistency, and aim for a healthy work-life balance.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Description:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 This full-time role is for a 2D Visual Development Artist - Fresher. The artist will work on-site in Bengaluru.
 
 
 
 
 As a Visual Development Artist, you&rsquo;ll shape the visual storytelling and animation tone of our cinematic universe. Your work will bridge concept and motion &mdash; designing characters, environments, and color scripts that guide how each frame feels when animated. You&rsquo;ll translate ideas into expressive visuals that support both storytelling and movement, ensuring every scene comes alive with mood, rhythm, and emotion.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Design and illustrate original characters from written descriptions, capturing their depth and story essence.
 
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 Create strong expression sheets, pose sheets, and turnarounds to define how each character moves and feels.
 
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 Collaborate directly with the director to turn raw scripts into cinematic storyboards that define shot flow, mood, and visual storytelling.
 
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 Develop color keys, lighting moods, and compositions that bring the story&rsquo;s world to life.
 
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 Join the animation team to animate key scenes, ensuring visual continuity between design and motion.
 
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 Contribute creative input during the development phase to visually elevate storytelling and pacing.
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree - college completion is mandatory.
 
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 Strong skills in character illustration, storyboarding, and 2D animation.
 
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 Proficiency in tools like Photoshop, Animate CC, (or equivalent 2D software).
 
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 Ability to translate written concepts into expressive, cinematic visuals.
 
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 Strong sense of storytelling, camera angles, and visual rhythm.
 
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 Team-oriented mindset with discipline, humility, and accountability.
 
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 What We Offer
 
 
 
 
 
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 A positive and professional work culture that values creativity and collaboration.
 
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 Fixed login and logout times every day to maintain healthy work-life balance.
 
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 Opportunity to work on unique, character-driven cinematic animated movies in astrology and stock market.
 
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 Grow with a young, ambitious team in a startup environment where your creativity shapes the final product.
 
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 A test will be provided to assess illustration and animation skills.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 📋 To apply, please fill this form:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc1RXCWTB4aQiWCrcK58LHtnqKzie-3uh8Uv0B13hQse8_4sQ/viewform?usp=header
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 ⚠️ Applications submitted without the form will not be considered.
 
 
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Storyboard & 2D Animation Artist - Fresher (Contract, On site)

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 Note: Applications will only be considered via the official Google Form.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About Us:
 
 
 
 We are a creative startup producing short-format cinematic animated movies based on themes of astrology and stock market. Our focus is on delivering high-quality, visually striking content that blends storytelling with unique concepts. We are a small, disciplined team that values creativity, consistency, and aim for a healthy work-life balance.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Description:
 
 
 
 
 As a 2D Character Illustrator &amp; Storyboard Cleanup Artist, you&rsquo;ll design original and expressive characters that form the heart of our cinematic 2D universes. These include astrology-inspired deities, emotion-based archetypes, and beautifully detailed human characters &mdash; each crafted to visually embody the soul of our stories.&nbsp;Your work will define the visual tone and identity of our projects.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Alongside this, you&rsquo;ll bridge the gap between raw storyboards and final animation &mdash; refining poses, maintaining proportions, and enhancing facial expressions so that every frame feels alive and emotionally true. You&rsquo;ll collaborate closely with the storyboard artist and animators to transform rough sketches into clean, production-ready illustrations that retain both cinematic beauty and consistency. This role blends creativity and precision &mdash; perfect for artists who love both world-building and visual storytelling.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 Create new character illustrations from written briefs and descriptions when needed.
 
 
 
 Create full-body character turn-around sheets for each new or existing character.
 
 
 Take rough storyboard frames and convert them into clean, detailed illustrations with correct proportions and facial consistency.
 
 
 Add facial expressions, refine poses, and enhance visual storytelling based on given direction.
 
 
 Maintain style consistency across multiple episodes and character appearances.
 
 
 Collaborate with animators to ensure assets are clean and production-ready.
 
 
 Work closely with the creative director to match the cinematic tone and mood of the series.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Requirements:
 
 
 
 Strong drawing fundamentals &mdash; anatomy, perspective, and proportions.
 
 
 Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop / Clip Studio Paint / Krita or equivalent digital art tools.
 
 
 Ability to adapt to an established art style and maintain consistency.
 
 
 Good sense of expression, silhouette, and visual clarity.
 
 
 Attention to detail and patience for cleanup-heavy work
 
 
 (Preferred but not mandatory) Prior experience in 2D animation pipelines or character cleanup work.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What We Offer:
 
 
 
 A positive and professional work culture that values creativity and collaboration.
 
 
 Fixed login and logout times every day to maintain healthy work-life balance.
 
 
 Opportunity to work on unique, character-driven cinematic animated movies in astrology and stock market.
 
 
 Grow with a young, ambitious team in a startup environment where your creativity shapes the final product.
 
 
 
 
 
 A test will be provided to assess character Illustration skills.
 
 
 
 
 
 📋 To apply, please fill this form:
 
 
 
 
 
 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdFqiSdCCuQMpqifoLNmetFRhUVYAdRuOdOfZJbb7j5r-3Hbg/viewform
 
 
 
 
 
 ⚠️ Applications submitted without the form will not be considered.
 
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