Remote Spine 2D Animator at Fast-Growth Studio

Pearson Carter; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing game studio in the UK is seeking a Spine Animator to join their art team. This role is ideal for someone with 3+ years of experience in Spine 2D animation who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include creating compelling animations for slot games and collaborating closely with fellow artists. The position starts as fully remote, transitioning to a hybrid model once the Manchester office opens. Applicants should have a strong foundation in animation principles and tools like Adobe Creative Suite.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus UK bank holidays

Fully remote working (hybrid in future)

High level of creative ownership

Collaborative, no-ego team culture

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience working with Spine 2D.
• Strong grasp of 2D animation principles.
• Confident using bones and mesh deformation.
• Comfortable working closely with other artists.
• Understanding of PixiJS, Unity, or Cocos2D.

Responsibilities

• Creating high-quality Spine 2D animations for slot game symbols.
• Animating pre-built artwork while maintaining visual style.
• Collaborating closely within a small team of artists.
• Ensuring animations are optimized for real-time performance.

Skills

Spine 2D animation

2D animation principles

Bones and mesh deformation

Adobe Creative Suite

Strong communication skills

Understanding of PixiJS, Unity, or Cocos2D

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

A fast-growing game studio in the UK is seeking a Spine Animator to join their art team. This role is ideal for someone with 3+ years of experience in Spine 2D animation who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include creating compelling animations for slot games and collaborating closely with fellow artists. The position starts as fully remote, transitioning to a hybrid model once the Manchester office opens. Applicants should have a strong foundation in animation principles and tools like Adobe Creative Suite.