We are excited to partner with a renowned mobile game studio based in Berlin, currently seeking a talented and experienced 2D Animator to join their dynamic team. In this role, you’ll play a pivotal part in crafting visually stunning and captivating animations that bring life to a variety of mobile and casual social games enjoyed by millions.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work onsite in the vibrant city of Berlin, with a competitive salary, comprehensive relocation package, and the chance to collaborate with a passionate and creative team driving innovation in the gaming industry.
What you will be doing:
* Create and deliver high-quality animations that enhance gameplay, ensuring they are smooth, visually striking, and align with the game's style.
* Spearhead character and asset animations directly in Unity, using the Animator and Timeline to bring ideas to life.
* Ensure animation quality across all projects, reviewing work and making necessary improvements to elevate the visual experience.
* Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand player behaviours, adjusting animations to fit player feedback and preferences.
* Manage the animation pipeline, ensuring seamless integration of animations into the game while meeting both technical and creative goals.
* Mentor and support fellow artists, offering guidance, feedback, and helping them grow professionally.
* Develop, document, and refine animation standards, establishing consistent guidelines to maintain a cohesive style throughout future projects.
Who you are:
* Over 5 years of professional experience in 2D animation, specializing in character and asset animations for video games.
* A strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in animating characters, objects, effects, and environments.
* Extensive experience animating in Unity, utilizing tools such as the Animator and Timeline
* Deep understanding of core 2D animation principles, including timing, spacing, squash-and-stretch, and anticipation, with expert skills in rigging, bones, and mesh animation.
* Proficiency with graphic design tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and the full Adobe Creative Suite.
* Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken.
* Experience working with other game engines, including Unreal Engine and Godot, with the ability to adapt animation assets for various platforms.
* Proven track record in project leadership, mentoring junior team members, and driving creative initiatives.
* Bonus: Experience in UI design, from creating layouts in Photoshop to implementing them within Unity.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary with flexible working hours and a hybrid work model.
* Creative freedom, be able to bring your artistic vision to life and shape the animation style for millions of players
* Friendly, supportive and inclusive working environment
* Beautiful office based in Berlin with amazing amenities
* Amazing environmental and sustainability initiatives that you can be a part of alongside charity donation matching schemes.
Application
Please e-mail your CV and portfolio to kieran@big-planet.biz quoting reference 2973.
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