Senior 3D/2D Animator – Gaming Visual Effects

Light and Wonder International, Inc.; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Light & Wonder is seeking an experienced animator to bring eye-catching 2D/3D animations, visual effects, and motion graphics to our slot games. You will collaborate with artists and engineers to ensure seamless integration into gameplay.

The role requires strong collaboration skills, a track record in game-ready graphics, and a passion for cutting-edge visuals in a fast-paced gaming environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required.
• 5+ years of professional experience in 2D/3D animation and/or motion graphics.
• Proficient in After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the game artist to conceptualize and create compelling 2D/3D animations, visual effects, and motion graphics for game logos, symbols, backgrounds, and features
• Work closely with the software engineer to prepare final animations in formats necessary for integration into the game
• Understand and resolve technical issues relating to graphics (e.g., rendering, streaming, memory management, playback performance, etc.)
• Communicate with the game designer and development team in an iterative development process
• Mentor junior animators in related studios and throughout Game Development
• Maintain well-organized working files to facilitate file sharing and collaborative work
• Archive all final working files for future use using version control software
• 5+ years of professional experience in 2D/3D animation and/or motion graphic design

Skills

2D/3D animation

Motion graphics

Adobe After Effects

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Unity

Shader creation/coding

Collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

Unity

Shader creation/coding

3D modelling tools

Job description

Light & Wonder is seeking an experienced animator to bring eye-catching 2D/3D animations, visual effects, and motion graphics to our slot games. You will collaborate with artists and engineers to ensure seamless integration into gameplay.

The role requires strong collaboration skills, a track record in game-ready graphics, and a passion for cutting-edge visuals in a fast-paced gaming environment.