Senior 2D/3D Creative Production Artist /Animator

Gloss Creative Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading games development studio in Leeds is seeking a Senior 2D/3D Creative Production Artist/Animator. The role involves creating stunning visual assets for mobile slot games, collaborating closely with teams, and optimising artworks for performance. Strong experience in Spine, Photoshop, and other 2D/3D tools is required. The studio offers a competitive salary and a creative, supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary circa £35,000 to £45,000 DOE

Modern studio space

Career progression opportunities

Personal training and development

Friendly company culture with regular socials

Qualifications

• Strong portfolio of 2D/3D work, ideally for slot games.
• Excellent skills in Spine animation and multiple 2D/3D tools.
• Strong understanding of game art pipelines and asset optimisation.
• Experience in rigging, shading, lighting, and animation for games.
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively receive feedback.
• Passion for game art, especially slot games.

Responsibilities

• Create stunning 2D and 3D artwork for slot games, including symbols and backgrounds.
• Use software like Photoshop and Blender to craft high-quality game assets.
• Collaborate with teams to realise a cohesive creative vision.
• Translate concepts and storyboards into production-ready visuals.

Skills

2D art skills

3D animation skills

Spine animation

Photoshop

Illustrator

Maya

Blender

Tools

Spine

Photoshop

Maya

Blender

Illustrator

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12.08.2025

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Job Description

Games | Slots | Spine | 2D/3D Art | Animation

We’re working with a forward-thinking games development studio on a mission to bring stunning visual experiences to mobile-first slot games. With a brand-new studio opening in Leeds, they’re on the hunt for a Senior 2D/3D Creative Production Artist/Animator who can bring flair, imagination and polish to their growing portfolio.

This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to shape the look and feel of games that push visual boundaries, working in a truly collaborative and future-facing environment.

The Role

You’ll work across the full creative spectrum—from concepting and sketching, through to finished in-game assets and animations. Whether you’re designing rich fantasy symbols, slick sci-fi UI, or immersive backgrounds, you'll play a key role in how each game comes to life. Your work will span 2D, 3D, animation, effects, and more.

What You’ll Do

• Create stunning 2D and 3D artwork for slot games—symbols, backgrounds, UI, animations, VFX.
  
• Use software like Spine, Photoshop, Illustrator, Maya or Blender to craft top-tier game assets.
  
• Translate concepts and storyboards into production-ready visuals across multiple game styles (cartoon, fantasy, sci-fi, realism).
  
• Optimise assets for mobile performance without compromising on visual quality.
  
• Collaborate closely with other artists, designers and developers to realise a cohesive creative vision.
  
• Embrace AI tools to speed up and enhance the development process.
  
• Feed back into the creative process with fresh ideas, constructive input and artistic leadership.
  

What We’re Looking For

• A strong portfolio of 2D/3D work, ideally including slot or casino game assets.
  
• Excellent skills in Spine animation and a wide range of 2D/3D tools (Photoshop, Illustrator, Maya, Blender etc).
  
• A strong understanding of game art pipelines, visual storytelling, and asset optimisation.
  
• Experience in rigging, shading, lighting and animation for games.
  
• A collaborative spirit and the confidence to give and receive feedback.
  
• A passion for game art—and especially for slot games.
  
• Someone who’s not afraid of deadlines and thrives in a high-paced, high-output environment.
  

The Studio

With a growing reputation for high-end game design and an exciting move into the Leeds market, this team blends creative flair with smart tech. Their games are played by thousands around the world, and they’re building a hub of top-tier creative talent in the UK.

In return you’ll get:

• Salary circa £35,000 to £45,000 DOE
  
• A modern studio space and collaborative creative team
  
• Genuine career progression within a national group structure
  
• Personal training and development opportunities
  
• A supportive and friendly company culture with regular socials and creative events
  

We’re looking to interview in the next couple of weeks. If you’re a creatively driven animator with a background in games or similar, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat.

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Commutable from : Bradford, York, Leeds, Harrogate, Wetherby, Dewsbury, Halifax, Wakefield, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire.

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Requirements
Spine animation , 2D/3D tools, Photoshop, Illustrator, Maya, Blender