Spine 2D animation Expert

icegoo.com; United States; Remote; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible hours

Competitive compensation

Job summary

icegoo.com is seeking a remote, part-time 2D animation specialist for a small, agile game studio. You will own key-frame work in Spine and shape character motion that ships directly into live games.

You will collaborate with a tight-knit team, deliver production-ready animations, and contribute initial artwork concepts. The role emphasizes hands-on animation, feedback, and independent work in a casual, results-driven culture.

Qualifications

• Portfolio demonstrates high-quality motion graphics or character animation.
• Strong command of Spine 2D key-framing and rigging workflows.
• Ability to deliver production-ready animation in a cartoon style.
• Capability to produce concept sketches as well as final rendered animation.
• Independent work ethic with openness to feedback.

Responsibilities

• Key-frame character animation in Spine 2D using artwork sourced from Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Produce production-quality animations integrated into the game build.
• Contribute visual concepts and early artwork ideas for upcoming releases.
• Refine animations through sketches, renderings, and targeted tweaks.
• Take individual ownership of animation output while collaborating closely with the team.

Skills

Spine 2D

Animation portfolio

Cartoon style

Concept sketches

Independence

Tools

Spine

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

Role overview

A remote, part-time specialist role focused on 2D animation within a small, agile game studio. The position is designed for a hands-on animator who owns key-framing work in Spine while shaping character motion that ships directly into live games.

Responsibilities

• Key-frame character animation in Spine 2D using artwork sourced from Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Produce production-quality animations that are integrated into the game build.
• Contribute visual concepts and early artwork ideas for upcoming releases.
• Refine animations through sketches, renderings, and targeted tweaks.
• Take individual ownership of animation output while collaborating closely with the team.

Requirements

• Portfolio demonstrating high-quality motion graphics or character animation work.
• Strong technical command of Spine 2D key-framing and rigging workflows.
• Ability to deliver production-ready animation in a cartoon style.
• Capability to produce concept sketches as well as final rendered animation and tweaks.
• Independent work ethic paired with openness to feedback from teammates.

Benefits and work setup

• Remote, part-time engagement with a small agile team.
• Direct collaboration with experienced game-development talent.
• Culture framed as easy-going, enthusiastic, and results-driven.
• Competitive compensation package.