game animator

Light & Wonder

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 Position Summary
 
 
 
 Delivers control and movement to characters, creatures, objects, scenery and environment displayed within electronic games, websites or software products. Applies knowledge and uses technical process ability in techniques such as rigging and skinning, kinetics and basic cinematography. Collaborates with programmers and artists to balance seamless movements and optimized performance on the target platform. Applies developed skills, knowledge and proficiency in animation packages, such as 3ds Max, Maya, Substance, to develop work product.
 
 
 2D Animator
 
 
 Game animators are tasked with bringing our games to life by developing eye-catching animation for casino games throughout the world. At Light&amp; Wonder you will work with a group of exceptionally talented Creators, creating game art &amp; animation for extraordinary brands such as: Lord of the Rings, James Bond 007, Wizard of Oz, Wonka, and many more. As an extension of our US based studios, you will enjoy working in a friendly environment, with all the tools and guidance necessary for your professional growth. This job will primarily require game sign creation, info screen creation, game localization, and Archiving tasks.
 
 
 
 Essential Job Functions:
 
 
 
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 Create high-caliber Animation, maintaining excellent motion graphics quality in regard to timing, color theory, layout, text treatment, and animation ability.
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 Continually sharpen artistic and software expertise through company training, independent learning, and learning from other team members.
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 Produce top-notch animations through an iterative process in close collaboration with Senior and Lead Animators.
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 Always display a high degree of professionalism, accepting critique from team members.
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 Show efficiency in self-managing time with a reasonable degree of accountability and minimal instruction
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 Demonstrate excellent file structure and organization.
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 Create art assets and document all art assets created with minimal mistakes.
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 Review game art files prior to archival.
 
 
 
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 Qualifications:
 
 
 
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 Preferred Education: Bachelor of Arts in art/animation
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 Preferred Experience: 2+ years previous experience Animator in a production environment
 
 
 
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 Knowledge, Skills, &amp; Abilities:
 
 
 
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 Proficient in 2D Animation, After Effects, Unity, Photoshop.
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 Critical thinking skills are an absolute must in this fast-paced, high-output team
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 Understand how to animate art for various themes and platforms
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 Excellent motion graphics abilities using various industry standards plugins like Trap code Suite, Boris Saphire, Saber and Element 3D.
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 Expert with Adobe photoshop, Illustrator design is a must.
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 Should have technical knowledge of adjusting art file resolutions and modifying After Effects compositions to fit different templates.
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 Must follow good file management practices.
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 Should be able to export files in various formats using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
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 Should have strong typography skills.
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 Exposure to Spine 2d tool for sprite rigging and animation.
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 Knowledge of using Blender, 3ds max or Maya is a must.
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 Excellent written and verbal communication skills
 
 
 
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 Preferred:
 
 
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 Unity experience is mandatory.
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Game Animator

<div>Position Summary
Delivers control and movement to characters, creatures, objects, scenery and environment displayed within electronic games, websites or software products. Applies knowledge and uses technical process ability in techniques such as rigging and skinning, kinetics and basic cinematography. Collaborates with programmers and artists to balance seamless movements and optimized performance on the target platform. Applies developed skills, knowledge and proficiency in animation packages, such as 3ds Max, Maya, Substance, to develop work product.
2D Animator
Game animators are tasked with bringing our games to life by developing eye-catching animation for casino games throughout the world. At Light&amp; Wonder you will work with a group of exceptionally talented Creators, creating game art &amp; animation for extraordinary brands such as: Lord of the Rings, James Bond 007, Wizard of Oz, Wonka, and many more. As an extension of our US based studios, you will enjoy working in a friendly environment, with all the tools and guidance necessary for your professional growth. This job will primarily require game sign creation, info screen creation, game localization, and Archiving tasks.
Essential Job Functions:
<ul><li>Create high-caliber Animation, maintaining excellent motion graphics quality in regard to timing, color theory, layout, text treatment, and animation ability.
</li><li>Continually sharpen artistic and software expertise through company training, independent learning, and learning from other team members.
</li><li>Produce top-notch animations through an iterative process in close collaboration with Senior and Lead Animators.
</li><li>Always display a high degree of professionalism, accepting critique from team members.
</li><li>Show efficiency in self-managing time with a reasonable degree of accountability and minimal instruction
</li><li>Demonstrate excellent file structure and organization.
</li><li>Create art assets and document all art assets created with minimal mistakes.
</li><li>Review game art files prior to archival.
</li></ul>Qualifications:
<ul><li>Preferred Education: Bachelor of Arts in art/animation
</li><li>Preferred Experience: 2+ years previous experience Animator in a production environment
</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills, &amp; Abilities:
<ul><li>Proficient in 2D Animation, After Effects, Unity, Photoshop .
</li><li>Critical thinking skills are an absolute must in this fast-paced, high-output team
</li><li>Understand how to animate art for various themes and platforms
</li><li>Excellent motion graphics abilities using various industry standards plugins like Trap code Suite, Boris Saphire, Saber and Element 3D.
</li><li>Expert with Adobe photoshop, Illustrator design is a must.
</li><li>Should have technical knowledge of adjusting art file resolutions and modifying After Effects compositions to fit different templates.
</li><li>Must follow good file management practices.
</li><li>Should be able to export files in various formats using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
</li><li>Should have strong typography skills.
</li><li>Exposure to Spine 2d tool for sprite rigging and animation.
</li><li>Knowledge of using Blender, 3ds max or Maya is a must.
</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills
</li></ul>Preferred:
<ul><li>Unity experience is mandatory.
</li></ul>Qualifications</div>

SciPlay

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 SciPlay
 
 is a leading developer and publisher of digital games on mobile and web platforms, providing highly entertaining free-to-play games that millions of people play every day for their authenticity, engagement and fun.
 
 
 SciPlay currently offers nine core games, including social casino games Jackpot Party Casino, Gold Fish Casino Slots, Hot Shot Casino and Quick Hit Slots, and casual games MONOPOLY Slots, Bingo Showdown, 88 Fortunes Slots, Backgammon Live and Solitaire Pet Adventure with offices all over the world!
 
 
 
 Position Summary
 
 
 
 
 About the Role:
 
 
 
 We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Animator with a strong background in art and animation principles to join our dynamic slot game animation team. This role is ideal for a proactive individual who combines technical expertise with creative flair to produce visually stunning animations and effects that captivate players and elevate the gaming experience.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Conceptualize and create animations based on game requirements.
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 Collaborate closely with game designers, artists, and developers to ensure a cohesive visual style that aligns with the brand and enhances gameplay.
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 Present final animations to team leads for review and approval, incorporating feedback as needed to reach the desired quality.
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 Iterate based on feedback while staying on schedule and maintaining consistency.
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 Identify and solve technical issues
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 Learn and adapt new animation tools, animation styles, techniques, and industry standards in the gaming field.
 
 
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 Desired Experience And Qualifications
 
 
 
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 5&ndash;8 years of proven experience in animation for games, with a strong portfolio showcasing high-quality animations and visual effects.
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 Strong knowledge of Animation principles, Game animations and Motion graphics.
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 Ability to create visually appealing character animations, motion graphics and effects for engaging slot experiences.
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 Proficiency in tools such as Aftereffects, UNITY, Spine and Photoshop
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 Experience in any of the particle/visual effects tool.
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 Basic 3D workflow Knowledge
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 Preferably from game-art background with game-art optimization knowledge
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 Excellent communication skills
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 Ability to work methodically and meet deadlines.
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 Degree in Fine Arts or related field
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</div>

Senior Game Animator

LILA

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 Job Details
 
 
 
 
 Position
 
 : Principal Gameplay Animator
 
 
 
 Location
 
 : Bengaluru
 
 
 
 Company
 
 : LILA Games
 
 
 
 Job Type
 
 : Full-Time
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About the Role
 
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 We are looking for an experienced and technically strong keyframe Principal/Lead Animator to join our team for an exciting third-person mobile shooter game.
 
 
 As the animation lead, you will own and drive the animation vision, style, and execution across the game.
 
 
 You will be hands-on in creating high-quality animations while also troubleshooting complex animation challenges, and working closely with engineers, game designers, and artists to ensure our characters move with style, clarity, and impact
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
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 Animation Pipeline Ownership
 
 : Work across the full animation production line&mdash;from rigging and skinning to implementation and integration in Unity&mdash;delivering polished, optimized content.
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 Hand-Keyed Animations
 
 : Create high-quality, stylized hand-keyed animations for a third-person mobile shooter, including locomotion (walk, run, sprint), combat, and interaction sequences.
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 Animation Transitions
 
 : Create smooth blending and transition animations between different actions to ensure fluid, natural movement between different actions.
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 Consistency in Animation Style:
 
 Define and maintain a consistent animation style across all characters and assets, aligning with the overall visual direction of the game.
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 Unity Integrations:
 
 Implement, optimize and integrate animations using Unity's animation controller and player settings. Work directly with engineers and designers to build and maintain animation state machines
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 Rigging
 
 : Build, maintain, and improve rigs and skin meshes. Update rigs to support new animations and improve animation quality.
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 Skinning Costumes
 
 : Work on skinning and integrating various costumes and character models, ensuring they animate correctly.
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 Bug Identification &amp; Fixes:
 
 Proactively identify and fix animation-related issues, maintaining visual quality and gameplay feel throughout development. Knowledgeable in Unity animation debugging tools
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 Hard Skills:
 
 
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 Proficiency in Maya and MotionBuilder
 
 : Advanced skills in both Maya and MotionBuilder for creating and refining stylized animations. Uses modern animation workflow and tools to work quickly and efficiently.
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 Strong Understanding of Maya Layers
 
 : Good understanding of using layers in Maya for animation, allowing for efficient organization and management of complex scenes.
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 Unity Expertise
 
 : Strong understanding of Unity, particularly in using animation controllers and configuring player settings and state machines. Strong understanding of how animations are integrated in a game engine.
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 Rigging &amp; Skinning
 
 : Proficient in character rigging and skinning, ensuring smooth and natural animations within the stylized framework.
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 Animation Principles
 
 : In-depth knowledge of animation principles, including posing, timing, spacing, and weight.
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 Technical Troubleshooting
 
 : Ability to debug and resolve animation-related issues within game engines.
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 Adaptability with Emerging Tools:
 
 Willingness to learn and implement animation using new tools, software, and AI technologies like Cascadeur, Move AI, and Deepmotion to enhance workflow and animation quality.
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 Before applying, please review our LILA Games | Business Values (https://bit.ly/3rsN1ti) document. We take our culture incredibly seriously and will not accommodate a Values mismatch in our company. So please make sure your Values are in alignment before you apply!
 
 
 
 
 
 Lila Games is a learning organization, and one of the fundamental principles of our company is to unlock human potential with learning through challenging work so people become masters of their craft. You can expect to supercharge your learning once you get into this role, but hard work and effort are expected.
 
 
 
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Principal Game Animator

Spyke Games

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 About Spyke Games
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We are a leading mobile gaming company founded by gaming veterans who have built and scaled massive gaming businesses for the past decade.
 
 
 
 
 
 We want to build the next generation of mobile game franchises to be played by millions of people around the globe for years. We are bringing together the smartest, the most talented and &lsquo;fun to work with&rsquo; group of people united around this single mission. Fostered with team spirit and collaboration, we strive to create a passionate, energetic and eager to learn &ldquo;geek&rdquo; culture focused on games.
 
 
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re looking for a talented
 
 2D Animator
 
 , responsible for creating realistic and highly stylized animations for a new mobile game that will be played by millions of people around the world. In this role, you will be working in a fast-paced, hyper-growth environment with some of the most creative minds in the industry. As a 2D Game Animator, you will be working closely with Artists and Engineers to bring game items (such as characters, backgrounds and game assets) to life in a 2-Dimension game environment. Alongside our games, you will be growing as an artist and as a team.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Responsibilities
 
 
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 Creating 2D animations for stylized characters and items
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 Create animations and effects for UI elements and game assets, including icons, pop-ups, buttons, backgrounds, and menus
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 Collaborating with the engineering and technical artistry team in order to create 2D Particle FX in Unity
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 Editing animated assets in Unity and Spine
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 Working together with the team to envision and iterate animations
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 Growing and fostering a user-oriented design culture
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 Job Requirements
 
 
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 Experience with bone and spritesheet animation style (especially using Spine)
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 Familiarity with graphic design, fine arts, illustration, or visual arts
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 Good knowledge of digital visualization tools (i.e. Spine, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator)
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 Unity work experience or ability to undergo Unity training. Knowledge in writing shaders and scripts in Unity is a big plus.
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 Basic skills necessary to make modifications of game assets
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 Knowledge of processes, pipelines, and best practices for 2D animation production
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 A keen eye for color harmonies, lighting, perspective, and materials
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 Process and methods for optimizing assets for mobile device
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2D Animator

Blizzard Entertainment

<div>Team Name:
Overwatch<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Title:</h2>
Senior Animator - Overwatch 2 | Irvine, CA<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Requisition ID:</h2>
R026013<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Description:</h2>
Your mission
Are you ready to join the Overwatch team and make an impact? We're seeking a skilled Senior Animator for Overwatch 2, a full-time role based in Irvine, CA.
Your mission: bring characters to life with your animation skills, collaborate with designers and engineers, and innovate our animation pipeline. Showcase your talent with a demo reel, and let's create something extraordinary together.
If you're passionate about animation and eager to contribute to an iconic game, we want to hear from you!
This role is anticipated to be a hybrid work position, with some work on-site and some work-from-home. The home studio for this role is Irvine, CA. 
 
Responsibilities<ul><li>
Envision and craft animations for real-time game assets, including hero style guides and prototypes for earlier visualization.</li><li>
Collaborate with artists, designers, and engineers to ensure assets meet gameplay and technical needs.</li><li>
Work with the lead animator and other team members to evolve our tools and pipeline.</li><li>
Actively participate in team art discussions, critiques, and reviews as part of the larger Overwatch team.</li></ul> 
Requirements<ul><li>
Candidates should have over 8 years of experience in game development, explicitly animating characters using Maya or a comparable 3D program.</li><li>
Demonstrate a solid understanding of traditional animation principles and their application to gameplay enhancement.</li><li>
A strong interest in animation and effective communication skills are necessary to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary art team, bringing characters to life in alignment with the game design vision.</li><li>
Submit a demo reel showcasing proficiency in animating the human bipedal figure and other organic forms.</li></ul>
Bonus Points<ul><li>
The ideal candidate for this position should have experience in shipping a AAA game as an animator and demonstrate proficiency in an engine equivalent to Unreal. Additionally, expertise in one or more related disciplines&mdash;such as first-person animation, modeling, rigging, VFX, 2D animation, or technical art&mdash;is highly desirable.</li></ul> 
Submission / Portfolio requirements<ul><li>
Submit a resume and an online portfolio showcasing your animation skills (e.g., website, blog, or reel). An animation test may be required during the selection process.</li></ul> 
Your Platform 
Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft&reg;, Overwatch&reg;, Diablo&reg;, and StarCraft&reg;, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (www.blizzard.com), a division of Activision Blizzard, which was acquired by Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences. Blizzard Entertainment has created some of the industry&rsquo;s most critically acclaimed and genre-defining games over the last 30 years, with a track record that includes multiple Game of the Year awards. Blizzard Entertainment engages tens of millions of players around the world with titles available on PC via Battle.net&reg;, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android. 
Our World 
Activision Blizzard, Inc., is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty&reg;, World of Warcraft&reg;, Overwatch&reg;, Diablo&reg;, Candy Crush&trade; and Bubble Witch&trade;. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet! 
Our ability to build immersive and innovative worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for &lsquo;Every World&rsquo; - we&rsquo;ve got our employees covered! 
The videogame industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners. 
We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply. 
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest. 
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.
Rewards
We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for &lsquo;Every World&rsquo; - we&rsquo;ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:<ul><li>
Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&amp;D insurance, disability insurance;</li><li>
401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;</li><li>
Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;</li><li>
Mental health &amp; wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life &amp; disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;</li><li>
If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.</li></ul>
Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.
In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $80,800.00 - $149,400.00 Annual. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role&rsquo;s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.</div>

Senior Animator - Overwatch 2 | Irvine, CA

Dream Games

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 We are looking for a passionate 2D Animator to join our team. As a 2D Animator, you will produce animations for characters and gameplay elements of a mobile game. This position requires you to take on a considerable amount of ownership and responsibility. You are expected to bring your passion, animation skills, and creative problem-solving to contribute to the project. In the studio, you will work closely with engineers, game designers, and other artists to create games that will be played by millions of people all around the world.
 
 
 
 
 
 At Dream Games, all team members have a genuine chance to contribute to the final product and have an impact on the company. If you want to be a team member of a fast-growing company, you might be the person we are looking for!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
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 Creating animations that are both fluid and responsive in Unity and Spine
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 Controlling the quality and optimization of animation assets
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 Continually iterating and improving animations that are consistent with the overall game
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 Working closely with engineers to create an excellent gameplay experience
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 Finding creative art solutions for the animation challenges
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 Requirements
 
 
 
 
 
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 Solid understanding of the movement, anticipation, squash, stretch, and other principles of animation
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 Ability to bring innovative solutions to technical problems and challenges
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 Passion for video games and game development
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 Familiarity with art production and pipelines
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 Appreciation and understanding of teamwork
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