2d game animator

graphic designer

product designer

ui/ux designer

creative director

game designer

Holago Games

<div>
 
 
 About Holago Games
 
 
 
 Holago Games specializes in developing hybrid-casual games. Our goal is to create unique gaming experiences that captivate and engage players.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Description
 
 
 
 Holago Games is seeking a passionate and creative Game Designer/Level Designer to join our team full-time at our Kad&inodot;k&ouml;y office. In this role, you will conceptualize game ideas, design immersive levels, and collaborate closely with the development team to deliver engaging and seamless gameplay experiences.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Proficiency in Game Design and Level Design
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Minimum 2 years of
 
 industry
 
 experience
 
 in hybrid-casual games
 </li>
 <li>
 A strong passion for crafting engaging and enjoyable game experiences
 </li>
 <li>
 Creativity combined with excellent problem-solving abilities
 </li>
 <li>
 Familiarity with current game industry trends and technologies
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong teamwork skills and the ability to meet project deadlines
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Senior Game Designer/Level Designer

Spyke Games

<div>
 
 
 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
 
 Level Designer
 
 to help us continue building world-class games and forever franchises. In this role, you will be working in a fast-paced, hyper-growth environment with some of the most creative minds in the industry. You will act as the focal point between engineering, art and growth teams, while driving the product development process forward with each game you&rsquo;re involved with.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Responsibilities
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Create, test, optimize and finetune new and existing game levels to create a highly engaging game flow for our audiences.
 </li>
 <li>
 Uniquely blend analytical testing and creativity to create unforgettable gaming experiences.
 </li>
 <li>
 Contribute to creative discussions around game design and future feature development.
 </li>
 <li>
 Make proposals to improve our internal level design procedures, tools and processes.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Requirements
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor degree
 </li>
 <li>
 Value for teamwork
 </li>
 <li>
 Desire to work in a fast-paced, high-intensity learning environment
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum a year of level design experience
 </li>
 <li>
 Analytical mindset and a passion for games!
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Level Designer

Loom Games

<div>
 
 As a
 
 Senior Game Developer
 
 , you will play a key role in building high-quality gameplay experiences, core features, and scalable systems that power our hybrid-casual puzzle games. You will work closely with designers, product managers, and artists to bring new ideas to life, craft polished mechanics, and continuously improve live game performance. Your work will directly shape the future of
 
 Pixel Flow!
 
 and our upcoming titles.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 &bull;	Build rapid prototypes to explore new game ideas, mechanics, and concepts.
 
 
 &bull;	Develop scalable, high-performance game systems and features using Unity &amp; C#.
 
 
 &bull;	Collaborate closely with designers and product managers to implement engaging gameplay, level systems, and progression loops.
 
 
 &bull;	Support live operations by developing new features, improving stability, and optimizing performance for launched games.
 
 
 &bull;	Work independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality updates on time.
 
 
 &bull;	Write clean, maintainable, and well-structured code that supports rapid iteration and long-term scalability.
 
 
 &bull;	Contribute to technical decisions, architecture planning, and best practices within the engineering team.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 &bull;	Strong professional experience with Unity and C#, including performance optimization and memory management.
 
 
 &bull;	Proven background in mobile game development, ideally in puzzle or hybrid-casual titles.
 
 
 &bull;	Solid understanding of OOP, S.O.L.I.D principles, and common design patterns.
 
 
 &bull;	Experience with source control systems such as Git, GitHub, or Sourcetree.
 
 
 &bull;	Familiarity with mobile development environments (Android Studio, Xcode) and app release processes.
 
 
 &bull;	Ability to write clean, readable, and well-structured code that supports fast iteration cycles.
 
 
 &bull;	Experience working in Agile environments (Scrum or similar).
 
 
 &bull;	Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines.
 
 
 &bull;	Intermediate level of English.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Nice to Have
 
 
 
 &bull;	Experience working on hybrid-casual or puzzle games.
 
 
 &bull;	Knowledge of shader development, gameplay programming patterns, or level generation systems.
 
 
 &bull;	Familiarity with live ops workflows, analytics tools, and performance profiling.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About Us
 
 
 
 Loom Games is a mobile game studio based in Istanbul, focused on creating innovative and highly engaging hybrid-casual puzzle experiences.
 
 
 Our first title, Pixel Flow!, is rapidly gaining traction and shaping up to be a standout hit in the puzzle category.
 
 
 
 
 
 We are now expanding our team to elevate
 
 Pixel Flow!
 
 even further and to build new, ambitious projects that will define the future of
 
 Loom Games
 
 .
 
</div>

Senior Game Developer

Vertigo

<div><div>We create amazing games that rank at the top on both iOS and Android, loved and played by over 150 million fans worldwide! 
 
Check out our smash-hit games: 
 
 Critical Strike 
<ul><li>&#65039; Polygun Arena</li></ul> 
We're now looking for a passionate UI Designer to join our dynamic team in Istanbul. This is an on-site role, requiring you to work 5 days a week from our office in Levent.</div> 
In this role, we deeply care about your passion for intuitive, player-centric UI and your understanding of midcore and FPS game experiences. We highly encourage you to explore both of our games before you apply and complete your application only if you're genuinely excited to study their flows, UX patterns, and visual language &mdash; and eager to improve how players interact with our worlds. 
Responsibilities 
<ul><li>
Create high-quality 2D game-ready visuals.</li></ul><ul>
<li>Create 2D assets and UX-UI elements for our games.</li>
<li>Collaborate with the members of various departments to create effective final products.</li>
<li>Research game industry trends, styles and visual standarts.</li>
</ul>
Requirements<ul>
<li>
Good-Expert knowledge of 2D design programs.</li>
<li>A strong visual and technical understanding of 2D composition.</li>
<li>Have a good sense of time and task management.</li>
<li>Proactive, self-motivated and organized.</li>
<li>Adaptation to the mobile game technical standarts.</li>
<li>Effective usage of coloring and composition skills.</li>
<li>Ability to read, understand and follow visual language.</li>
<li>Ability to create different visual languages for different games with different styles.</li>
</ul>
Benefits<ul><li>
A Compensation Package That Reflects Your Contribution: We keep it simple. Competitive pay that matches the work you deliver.</li></ul><ul>
<li>Meal Allowance: Enough for a solid, satisfying meal.</li>
<li>Delicious In-Office Catering: Fresh meals, good coffee, sweet treats. No place for hunger, ever.</li>
<li>Private Health Insurance: Complementary private health insurance so you can get care without second thoughts.</li>
<li>Continuous Learning Support: A monthly budget for courses and platforms, because staying sharp is part of the job.</li>
<li>Equity That Actually Makes You a Partner: We offer real equity, not symbolic. Once you reach a certain contribution level, you earn a meaningful stake in the company. When we grow, you grow with us.</li>
<li>Meaningful Time Off: Starting from your first year, you receive bonus company-wide rewind holidays: A special extra break even before standard annual leave kicks in. And your birthday is a free day on us.</li>
<li>Referral Bonus: Introduce great talent to the team and earn a reward when they join.</li>
<li>Milestone Awards: As you reach key milestones with us, you earn bonus rewards that recognize your long-term contribution.</li>
</ul><ul><li>A Culture Built Around Players &amp; Ownership: Curious, collaborative, and focused. We&rsquo;re here to build great games together.</li>
<li>A Modern, Comfortable Office in Levent: Bright space, central location, one step from the metro designed to keep you in the &quot;zone&quot;.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Game Room: A dedicated Xbox corner for fun breaks and quick gaming sessions whenever you need to unwind.</li>
<li>Office Events That Keep Us Connected: Fun team moments, regular happy hours, and in-office events throughout the year.</li></ul></div>

UI Designer

Bigger Games

<div>
 
 We're looking for a passionate and creative
 
 2D Game Animator
 
 who will be producing high-quality 2D game animation for our chart-topping games. You will be responsible for creating all game and character animations utilising your imagination and visualisation skills. As a part of the Bigger team, you will be working closely with our game artists and game developers to architect outstanding gaming experiences that reach millions of players all around the world.
 
 
 If you are a talented 2D Game Animator who loves games and shares our passion for enjoying and crafting games, come and join us!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 ABOUT THIS ROLE:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Create high-quality 2D animations for characters, environments, UI, and visual effects.
 </li>
 <li>
 Translate game concepts and storyboards into expressive animations that fit the Kitchen Masters' style.
 </li>
 <li>
 Work with the art, product and development teams to ensure animations align with gameplay and technical requirements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Optimize animations for mobile platforms while maintaining visual quality.
 </li>
 <li>
 Contribute creative ideas for improving animation workflows and visual storytelling.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure consistency and maintain the visual identity of the project.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 YOU COULD BE A GREAT FIT IF:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Animation, Graphics Design or relevant fields
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience as a 2D Animator, preferably in the gaming industry.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficiency in animation software such as Spine, After Effects, Toon Boom, or equivalent.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong understanding of animation principles, timing, and motion dynamics.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience creating sprite sheets and implementing animations into Unity game engine.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong knowledge of Particle System to be able to create high quality VFX.
 </li>
 <li>
 5+ years of industry experience is a plus
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 BONUS POINT IF:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 You&rsquo;ve played
 
 Kitchen Masters
 
 and explored the game. If not, now&rsquo;s a great time to start!
 </li>
 <li>
 You&rsquo;re curious about the
 
 gaming industry
 
 and eager to learn more.
 </li>
 <li>
 You enjoy working in
 
 fast-moving, dynamic environments.
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 BENEFITS:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Be part of a top-tier team, learn from the best, and create games players love.
 </li>
 <li>
 Competitive compensation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Stock option plan. Grow with the company as a stakeholder.
 </li>
 <li>
 Health insurance with unlimited coverage.
 </li>
 <li>
 A beautiful, centrally located office in the heart of Istanbul.
 </li>
 <li>
 Opportunities to attend global conferences and stay connected with the industry
 </li>
 <li>
 Relocation support to make your move hassle-free if needed.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Follow Bigger Games on Linkedin
 
 
 
 
 We respect your privacy and will treat your data confidential as part of the recruitment process. If you&rsquo;d like more details, please read our
 
 
 Statement of Personal Data Protection Law (KVKK)
 
 
 and
 
 
 Consent Letter
 
 
 .
 
</div>

2D Game Animator

<div>
 
 
 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
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Creating 2D animations for stylized characters and items
 </li>
 <li>
 Create animations and effects for UI elements and game assets, including icons, pop-ups, buttons, backgrounds, and menus
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborating with the engineering and technical artistry team in order to create 2D Particle FX in Unity
 </li>
 <li>
 Editing animated assets in Unity and Spine
 </li>
 <li>
 Working together with the team to envision and iterate animations
 </li>
 <li>
 Growing and fostering a user-oriented design culture
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Requirements
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Experience with bone and spritesheet animation style (especially using Spine)
 </li>
 <li>
 Familiarity with graphic design, fine arts, illustration, or visual arts
 </li>
 <li>
 Good knowledge of digital visualization tools (i.e. Spine, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator)
 </li>
 <li>
 Unity work experience or ability to undergo Unity training. Knowledge in writing shaders and scripts in Unity is a big plus.
 </li>
 <li>
 Basic skills necessary to make modifications of game assets
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge of processes, pipelines, and best practices for 2D animation production
 </li>
 <li>
 A keen eye for color harmonies, lighting, perspective, and materials
 </li>
 <li>
 Process and methods for optimizing assets for mobile device
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

2D Animator

<div>
 
 We're looking for a passionate and creative
 
 2D Game Animator
 
 who will be producing high-quality 2D game animation for our chart-topping games. You will be responsible for creating all game and character animations utilising your imagination and visualisation skills. As a part of the Bigger team, you will be working closely with our game artists and game developers to architect outstanding gaming experiences that reach millions of players all around the world.
 
 
 If you are a talented 2D Game Animator who loves games and shares our passion for enjoying and crafting games, come and join us!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 ABOUT THIS ROLE:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Create high-quality 2D animations for characters, environments, UI, and visual effects.
 </li>
 <li>
 Translate game concepts and storyboards into expressive animations that fit the Kitchen Masters' style.
 </li>
 <li>
 Work with the art, product and development teams to ensure animations align with gameplay and technical requirements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Optimize animations for mobile platforms while maintaining visual quality.
 </li>
 <li>
 Contribute creative ideas for improving animation workflows and visual storytelling.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure consistency and maintain the visual identity of the project.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 YOU COULD BE A GREAT FIT IF:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Animation, Graphics Design or relevant fields
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience as a 2D Animator, preferably in the gaming industry.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficiency in animation software such as Spine, After Effects, Toon Boom, or equivalent.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong understanding of animation principles, timing, and motion dynamics.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience creating sprite sheets and implementing animations into Unity game engine.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong knowledge of Particle System to be able to create high quality VFX.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 BONUS POINT IF:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 You&rsquo;ve played
 
 Kitchen Masters
 
 and explored the game. If not, now&rsquo;s a great time to start!
 </li>
 <li>
 You&rsquo;re curious about the
 
 gaming industry
 
 and eager to learn more.
 </li>
 <li>
 You enjoy working in
 
 fast-moving, dynamic environments.
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 THE INTERVIEW PROCESS:
 
 
 <ol>
 <li>
 
 Introductory Interview
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Case Study
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Hiring Manager Interview
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Co-Founder Interview
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Final Round &ndash; CEO Interview
 
 </li>
 </ol>
 
 
 
 
 
 BENEFITS:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Be part of a top-tier team, learn from the best, and create games players love.
 </li>
 <li>
 Competitive compensation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Stock option plan. Grow with the company as a stakeholder.
 </li>
 <li>
 Health insurance with unlimited coverage.
 </li>
 <li>
 A beautiful, centrally located office in the heart of Istanbul.
 </li>
 <li>
 Opportunities to attend global conferences and stay connected with the industry
 </li>
 <li>
 Relocation support to make your move hassle-free if needed.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Follow Bigger Games on Linkedin
 
 
 
 
 We respect your privacy and will treat your data confidential as part of the recruitment process. If you&rsquo;d like more details, please read our
 
 
 Statement of Personal Data Protection Law (KVKK)
 
 
 and
 
 
 Consent Letter
 
 
 .
 
</div>

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