Animator

Design Works Studios LLC; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Health, Dental & Vision insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Gym membership reimbursement

Snack and drink bar

Fun company culture

Short workdays on Fridays

Job summary

Design Works Gaming in Scottsdale, AZ is seeking a talented Animator to join the Art Department. You will create captivating animations for casino games and marketing materials, driving projects from concept to final execution while coordinating with multiple teams.

Ideal candidates show strong communication, time management, and a collaborative mindset. Proficiency in After Effects, Illustrator, and related tools is preferred, with a willingness to learn new techniques in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Proven experience creating animations for games or marketing materials.
• Strong knowledge of animation principles and timing.
• Proficient with After Effects and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Ability to communicate across departments and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Create diverse animations for characters, backgrounds, symbols, and logos.
• Explore FX, scripts, and plug-ins to improve quality and efficiency.
• Collaborate with Commercial and Marketing teams.
• Share art references weekly in the Art Inspiration Channel.

Skills

Animation principles

Communication skills

Team player

Time management

Problem solving

Tools

After Effects

Photoshop

Illustrator

Red Giant Trapcode Suite

Blender

Cinema 4D

Maya

Spine

AI generative tools

Job description

Job Title: Animator

Location: Scottsdale, AZ

Job Type: Full Time

No C2C or Third Parties. Must be local to U.S. Sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status) is not available.

What we are looking for…

Design Works Gaming is looking for an experienced and determined Animator to join our Art Department in Scottsdale! At DWG, our Animators are responsible for creating visually stunning animations for Casino games and marketing materials. They will have the ability to push creative projects from concept to final execution. This is going to be someone who communicates well with different people and departments, is passionate, motivated, and excited about what you do! We want someone who works for the good of the team and excellence of the product. A pertinent part of the Animator role will be maintaining an efficient workflow including good time management and task prioritization. This person will need to communicate well maintaining a high level of availability and response time.

How you’ll grow…

At Design Works Gaming, you will be a part of a close-knit team of artists and animators. You will create and grow games in numerous locations with millions of users. Be part of our innovative, imaginative, and intelligent team. If you have big ideas and the drive to make things happen, we want to talk with you!

Your Role and Impact:

• Create a diverse range of impactful animations from assets including characters, backgrounds, symbols, text, logos, and various other graphic elements geared towards keeping the players excited and engaged.
• Actively seek out FX, Scripts, and Plug-ins to improve quality and efficiency of product.
• Shows effort to learn, seeks feedback and takes direction from the higher-level animators in order to grow and fine tune their skill and knowledge and learn new techniques.
• Assist other departments such as Commercial and Marketing with animation needs
• Contributes to a collaborative environment within the team
• Meets quality expectations pertaining to animations and videos being worked on
• Seeks out and shares outside sources of art and design inspiration in the Art Inspiration Channel at least once per week.

Requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

• After Effects
• Photoshop
• Illustrator
• Red Giant Trapcode Suite (not required but recommended)
• Experience with 3D software a plus
  • Preferably Blender/Cinema 4D/Maya
• Spine Animation software a plus (not required)
• Working knowledge of AI generative tools and incorporating them into workflow
• Strong understanding of animation principles
• Good attitude, team player with great communication skills

Design Works Gaming is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration for employment without any discrimination. All applicants will be evaluated solely based on their ability, competence and their proven capability to perform the functions outlined in the corresponding role.

We promote and support a diverse workforce across all levels in the company. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Why come work with us? Design Works Gaming Offers You!

• Competitive Salary
• Hybrid work schedule
• Health, Dental & Vision insurance
• Complimentary snack and drink bar
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Fun company culture
• Short workdays on Fridays