2D Animator

Light & Wonder; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Open and supportive environment

Waterfront Sydney office

Job summary

Light & Wonder is seeking a talented 2D animator for its Lightning Box studio in Sydney to craft engaging animations for online casino games. You’ll collaborate with game artists and designers to create captivating 2D/3D elements, effects, and motion graphics that elevate the player experience.

Bring your After Effects, Spine and FX skills, work across multiple projects, and help optimize assets for seamless online delivery while meeting tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in 2D/3D animation or motion graphics.
• Strong portfolio showing high-quality animations using After Effects and Spine.
• Experience creating FXs and optimizing assets for online casino games.

Responsibilities

• Create animations using After Effects and Spine.
• Collaborate with game artists to design 2D/3D animations and motion graphics.
• Resolve technical issues related to graphics and optimisation.
• Ensure visual consistency with the game’s theme and mechanics.
• Manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Prepare assets for game delivery and export pipelines.

Skills

2D/3D animation

Motion graphics

After Effects

Spine

Trapcode Particular

Portfolio/Animation reel

Timing & pacing

Education

Bachelor's degree in animation or related field

Tools

Spine

Trapcode Particular

Trapcode Suite

Element 3D

Photoshop

Job description

iGaming

If it’s iGaming, we know a thing or two. At Light & Wonder, It’s all about the games, and our digital teamleads the global iGaming market, providing jaw-dropping content and innovative software that powers the world's most successful online gaming providers.

Position Summary

Lightning Box is part of Light & Wonder which is the global leader in cross-platform games and entertainment. We build new worlds of play, game experiences loved by players around the globe, powered by the world's largest and most trusted ecosystem. We are creators who are passionate about delivering the best digital experiences to players.

Are you a talented 2D animator with a passion for creating captivating animations for the gaming industry? Join our dynamic team at Lightning Box, situated on the beautiful King Street Wharf in Sydney. As a 2D Animator, you will have the opportunity to bring your creative vision to life while working on our exciting online casino games.

You will collaborate closely with game artists and designers to develop compelling animations, visual effects, and motion graphics that enhance the gaming experience for our players. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, motivated, and ready to contribute to projects of all sizes with the same level of dedication and enthusiasm.

In this role, you will be responsible for creating animations using After Effects and Spine software. You will work with the development team to ensure seamless integration of animations, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines without compromising quality. If you have a strong background in 2D/3D animation and motion graphic design, and are passionate about animation, FXs, and gaming, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Create animations using After Effects and Spine software.
• Collaborate with game artists and designers to conceptualize and create compelling 2D/3D animations, visual effects, and motion graphics for symbols, backgrounds, and features.
• Understand and resolve technical issues related to graphics and optimisation.
• Collaborate with the game development team to ensure visual consistency and alignment with the game’s theme and mechanics.
• Maintain well-organized working files to facilitate file sharing and collaborative work.
• Drive creative projects from concept to final execution with minimal supervision.
• Collaborate with the team on both large and small projects with enthusiasm.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met without compromising quality.
• Assist with the setup, optimisation, and exporting of game delivery assets.
• Demonstrate passion, motivation, and excitement for your work.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of experience in 2D/3D animation and/or motion graphic design.
• Animation reel/portfolio showing your fantastic work.
• In-depth knowledge of animation principles with a strong sense of timing.
• Proven track record of creating high-quality animations using After Effects and Spine.
• Demonstrated experience in animating FXs with Trapcode Particular.
• Ability to animate both characters and inanimate objects effectively.
• Proficiency in optimizing assets using the latest technology for seamless online delivery.
• Competence in meeting strict deadlines while maintaining exceptional quality.
• Strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively and take direction from management.
• Self-motivated with excellent attention to detail and strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to accept and implement constructive feedback efficiently.

Highly Regarded

• Professional experience in the gaming industry.
• Education and completed course in relevant animation/design fields.
• Experience with modeling and animating in 3D.
• Experience using Trapcode Suite, Element 3D, Spine and Photoshop.
• Interest in animation, FXs, and gaming.

Why would you enjoy working with us at Light & Wonder?

• Competitive benefits, an open and supportive environment as well as a modern and exciting workplace
• The opportunity to interact with global teams on a regular basis
• Opportunity to work on exciting and innovative projects in the gaming industry.
• Collaborative and creative work environment.
• Tangible and genuine development - at Light & Wonder, you can take your career where you want it to go!
• You will be working with a growing small fun team in one of the best waterfront offices Sydney has to offer.
• And if that’s not enough;you will get to enjoyflexibleworking practiceswhilst we provide you with theguidanceanddevelopmentskillsyou need to progress quickly andenhance your career.