Core Animator

Eclipse Gaming Systems, LLC; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Eclipse Gaming Systems, LLC is seeking a Core Animator in Duluth, GA to join its studio creating premier casino games for the Native American gaming market. The role involves collaborating with animators, designers, and engineers to deliver engaging game animations from concept to ship.

Remote candidates with relevant background may be considered; travel to partner studios may be required. The ideal candidate has strong 2D animation skills and familiarity with Unity and industry tools.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience in a creative studio or related field.
• Proficient in 2D animation using Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Spine and Unity.
• Experience with effects, compositing, and natural character animation demonstrating motion and weight.
• Experience with Unity and with JIRA, Confluence and SharePoint.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills; able to manage objectives within schedules.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with studio team to design and create casino games and features from concept to completion.
• Work with mathematicians, designers, and product managers to implement game elements from design docs and feedback.
• Develop and deliver animations that meet game design and engineering specs.
• Participate in daily stand-up meetings and share visual updates.
• Provide updates to management when requested.
• Maintain asset and component naming conventions and file organization.
• Stay current with trends in casino games, including mobile play and casino visits.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Eagerness to incorporate feedback

Tools

Photoshop

Illustrator

After Effects

Spine

Unity

JIRA

Confluence

SharePoint

Job description

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Core Animator

Full Time Duluth, GA, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1087

Eclipse Gaming Systems is an award-winning company that develops best in class slot games for the Native American gaming market. With a phenomenal office campus in the metro Atlanta, GA area and a presence in Las Vegas, NV, we are a team of innovative and passionate trailblazers who have backgrounds in casino gaming, technology, and entertainment sectors. We are imaginative creators that push boundaries and deliver exceptional experiences to our players and our business partners.

Preferred locations for this role are Atlanta, Ga, and Las Vegas, NV.

Some travel may be required. Candidates with casino gaming experience are strongly preferred for this role.
Remote candidates with the appropriate background will be considered.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Work with an existing studio team to concept and create innovative casino games and features from beginning to end
• Collaborate with mathematicians, animators, designers and product managers to implement game elements based on design documentations and gameplay feedback
• Develop and deliver exciting animations to game design and engineering specifications
• Participate in daily stand-up meetings and provide regular visual updates in a team setting
• Provide updates to our management team as and when appropriate or requested
• Maintain file organization including proper asset and component naming convention
• Stay current with trends in casino games, including play on mobile devices and casino visits
• Implement modern trends for optimization and integration.

Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years of professional experience in a creative studio, or related field.
• Technically proficient in 2D animation with proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Spine and Unity.
• Experience with effects, compositing, creating fluid and natural character animations that demonstrate understanding of physical motion, weight, balance and form.
• Experience with Unity.
• Experience with JIRA, Confluence and Sharepoint
• Eagerness to source and incorporate feedback from all disciplines
• Strong communication skills and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in managing their objectives within set schedules

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years’ experience in casino game development