Senior Amimator
Job Description
As a Senior 2D Animator at one of the world’s largest game studios, you’ll lead the creative vision for animation across the product. You’ll mentor artists, set animation standards, and drive visual storytelling through expert execution in Unity, shaping the look and feel of globally recognized games.
Responsibilities
- Lead the creation and implementation of high-quality 2D animations for characters, UI, and VFX
- Collaborate with Art Directors, Designers, and Technical Artists to define animation direction and style
- Prototype and refine animation systems to ensure performance and visual excellence in Unity
- Mentor and guide junior animators, sharing feedback and best practices
- Drive documentation and establish global animation standards across the project
Requirements
- 7+ years of proven experience in 2D game animation, including shipped titles
- Expert knowledge of animation principles and production pipelines in Unity
- Experience mentoring or leading animation teams in a game development environment
- Strong problem-solving skills, both creative and technical
- Experience working on live or ongoing game products is a plus
Key Skills
2D Animation
Unity 2D
Spine Animation
Character Animation
UI Animation
VFX Animation
Rigging
Animation Principles
Animation Direction
Timing and Spacing
Creativity
Pipeline Optimization
Team Collaboration
Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration