Gameplay Animator — 2D/3D Motion Designer

Light and Wonder International, Inc.; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Light & Wonder International, Inc. is seeking an Animator to bring casino games to life by creating eye-catching visual effects and animations for slot machines. You will work with a talented team of artists to craft animations that enhance player experience and storytelling within immersive worlds.

The role requires 2+ years of animation experience, proficiency in Maya/3ds Max and After Effects, and the ability to adapt to new technologies while collaborating with engineering and art direction.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience in 2D/3D animation and/or motion graphic design.
• Gaming industry experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Create art/animation that tells a story with meaning through movement.
• Works closely with the Art Director and team to storyboard, prototype and create high-quality final game art/animations in a timely manner.
• Provide creative solutions to artistic and technical problems.
• Support engineering by updating artwork to meet technical requirements.
• Create and animate unique emotive characters and immersive worlds.
• Communicate game direction through storyboards and animatics.
• Work quickly and efficiently as part of a team, take direction, and maintain a positive attitude under pressure.
• All other duties as assigned

Skills

Animation

Team collaboration

Storyboarding

Creative thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

Maya

Blender

3ds Max

After Effects

Photoshop

Unity

Shader coding

Job description

Light & Wonder International, Inc. is seeking an Animator to bring casino games to life by creating eye-catching visual effects and animations for slot machines. You will work with a talented team of artists to craft animations that enhance player experience and storytelling within immersive worlds.

The role requires 2+ years of animation experience, proficiency in Maya/3ds Max and After Effects, and the ability to adapt to new technologies while collaborating with engineering and art direction.