Jobs Illustrator

About Us

We are Godspeed, a GameDev studio specializing in the creation of high-quality game content, including characters, animations, environments, and visual assets for a variety of gaming products.

We are looking for a versatile and proactive Junior to Middle  3D Artist who enjoys working across multiple stages of the production pipeline rather than focusing on a single specialization. 
 

Responsibilities

• Create, refine, and optimize 3D models for game production.
• Rig characters and prepare them for animation.
• Support environment creation, scene assembly, and visual polishing.
• Create and prepare assets for integration into game engines.
• Collaborate closely with artists, game designers, and developers throughout the production process.
• Ensure assets meet technical requirements and performance standards.
• Maintain visual consistency and quality across multiple projects.
• Contribute to improving production workflows and asset pipelines.
   

Requirements

• 2+ years of professional experience as a 3D Artist in GameDev or related industries.
• Experience creating and polishing environments, props, and game-ready assets.
• Proficiency in Blender or equivalent 3D software.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet deadlines in a remote environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to visual quality.
   

Nice to Have

• Hands-on experience with modeling, rigging, and skinning.
• Experience in GameDev, particularly mobile, casual, or mid-core games.
• Experience working with Unity and/or Unreal Engine.
• Basic knowledge of VFX creation and implementation.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted content creation tools and workflows.

24PLAY is a gamedev company from Ukraine that has been developing mobile games since 2019.

Over 40 million satisfied players enjoy our games: Street Dude, Merge Anything, Crazy Tire.

Our partners include Ubisoft, Homa Games, and Lion Studios.

Your opinion and ideas matter to us, which means you have the opportunity to build the future of the mobile gaming market together with us.
As a Diia City resident, we offer employee reservation starting from the first day of employment.
 

We are looking for an experienced Lead 3D Artist to lead the art team, build efficient pipelines, and ensure high-quality visuals across our mobile games and playable ads. Your role will combine artistic vision, production management, and technical expertise.

• Full-time job

• Office-based in Kyiv

   

Main responsibilities:

• Leading and mentoring a team of 3D artists
• Ownership of the visual quality of game projects (style consistency, readability, appeal)
• Estimation, task planning, and deadline control for art production
• Building and improving 3D art pipelines for mobile and playable ads
• Art QA: reviewing assets, ensuring they meet performance and style requirements
• Close collaboration with developers, game designers, 2d artists, animators, etc.
• Conducting technical interviews for 3D artists.
• Setting up workflows for fast content production (especially for prototypes and ads)
• Solving art-related issues and optimizing for mobile performance

Our ideal candidate has:

• 4+ years of experience in 3D art for games (mobile experience is a strong plus)
• Experience in a Lead / Senior role with team management or mentorship
• Strong understanding of stylized 3D (casual / hyper-casual / mid-core)
• Solid skills in:
  • Modeling (low-poly / mid-poly)
  • Texturing (hand-painted / PBR understanding)
  • Lighting and composition
• Experience working with UI
• Understanding of mobile limitations and performance optimization
• Experience building or improving art pipelines
• Strong Art QA skills (consistency, readability, polish)
• Basic technical knowledge
• Ability to balance quality vs speed (especially for playable ads)
• Proactivity and ownership mindset
• English level B1+
• Love for games!

Nice to have:

• Experience with playable ads production
• Experience as a Tech Artist or strong technical background
• Knowledge of scripting tools (Blender / Unity tools / Python)
• Experience with VFX
• Experience working with outsourcing teams
• Understanding of UI/UX integration in Unity

Why join our team?

• Fully Legal: Official employment in full compliance with Ukrainian labor legislation, including paid vacation (24 days) and sick leave (unlimited).
• Professional Team: A high-performing group of skilled individuals committed to excellence.
• No Overtime: We prioritize a healthy work-life balance, with no overtime required.
• Stable Payments: No payment delays since the foundation of the company.
• Bonus System: A unique reward system designed to motivate employees by aligning their performance with the company’s financial goals.
• Professional Development: Access to mentorship programs and our internal library for continuous growth.
• Events: Enjoy board games, masterclasses, corporate events, sports activities, and free English classes.
• Comfortable Workspace: A modern office in Kyiv featuring a spacious lounge, fully-equipped kitchen, sports zone, cinema, and complimentary spa facilities for employees.

We're an indie studio (US-based LLC) building a mobile 
sandbox/dress-up game in the spirit of Avatar World and Toca Boca — 
a colorful, kid-friendly world where players customize characters, 
explore scenes, and play out stories.

The role

2D Artist for ongoing content production. You'll own the visual 
identity of the game — characters, outfits, scenes, props. We're 
looking for an illustrator who can maintain a consistent style 
across a long content pipeline, not just deliver one beautiful 
hero piece.

Visual style reference

- Avatar World / Toca Boca / Sago Mini chibi aesthetic
- Bright, saturated, kid-friendly palette
- Clean vector-style line work, soft shadows, simple shapes
- Cute, expressive characters

What you'll be doing

- Character outfits, hairstyles, accessories — delivered as 
 Spine-ready layered assets (clean separation of body parts 
 and clothing pieces)
- Scene and location backgrounds
- Interactive props and items
- Icons and item thumbnails
- Occasional marketing artwork (App Store / Google Play feature 
 graphics, key art)
- Working closely with our Unity dev on asset specs — resolutions, 
 atlases, naming conventions

The company is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Tech Art Auditor to join a team dedicated to producing engaging mobile game ads using cutting-edge AI technology. This role focuses on reviewing, refining, and enhancing AI-generated 2D and 3D assets to ensure high-quality visual output for mobile game advertisements.
 

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates eager to gain hands-on experience in tech art, 3D/2D production, and AI-assisted content creation within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

 

What You’ll Do:
 

• Evaluate AI-Generated Content
  Review AI outputs, spot imperfections, and provide actionable feedback to improve overall quality.
• 3D Editing in Blender
  Modify and optimise low-poly 3D models, adjust shading, and ensure assets are production-ready.
• 2D Image Editing & Asset Creation
  Edit images, create visual elements, and prepare polished assets for mobile game ads.
• Work With Generative AI Tools
  Use AI-driven software to generate, refine, and enhance art assets efficiently.
  
   

What You’ll Bring:
 

Core Skills Required:

• Blender expertise for model editing, shading, and optimisation
• 2D editing proficiency (image editing & asset creation)
• Familiarity with generative AI tools and workflows
• Strong attention to detail and ability to critique, refine, and polish visual assets
• Passion for mobile gaming - especially casual and mid-core titles
  
   

Why This Role Stands Out:
 

• Work with innovative AI technologies shaping the future of game advertising
• Join a creative, fast-moving environment that encourages experimentation and growth
• Build valuable experience across 3D, 2D, and AI-driven art production
• Ideal for candidates at the beginning of their tech art career who want meaningful, practical hands-on experience
• Long-term cooperation, B2B collaboration, remote flexibility, and loyal management
  
   

Why You Should Submit Your CV & Contact Information:
 

To be considered, candidates must leave their CV and contact details so the team can:

• Evaluate your technical skills and portfolio
• Match your experience to the right projects
• Invite you for next-step discussions
• Keep in touch regarding future AI-art opportunities
  
   

Leaving your CV ensures you don’t miss out on a role that can accelerate your growth in tech art and AI-assisted asset creation.

We are looking for a creative and detail-oriented 2D Artist to join our iGaming team and help

deliver visually engaging slot game experiences. This role focuses on creating high-quality game

art assets while maintaining consistency with the game’s artistic vision and production

requirements.

The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of the slot game art pipeline, works comfortably

with multidisciplinary teams, and can transform gameplay ideas into polished visual content.
 

What You'll Do

• Collaborate with game designers, producers, developers, and animators to define and

maintain the visual direction of slot games

• Create concepts, mood boards, UI elements, symbols, backgrounds, other Slot Game

elements and promotional assets

• Prepare and organize assets for integration by animators and developers

• Ensure all artwork meets the required quality standards, style consistency, and technical

requirements

• Support smooth production by tracking assets and meeting project deadlines

• Contribute to improving art workflows, pipelines, and best practices within the team
 

Who You Are

• 2+ years of experience as a 2D Artist in Igaming and Slots

• Strong illustration and digital painting skills with excellent knowledge of Photoshop

• Understanding of the slot game art production process and player-focused visual design

• Ability to work within established art styles while bringing creative ideas to the team

• Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills

• Passion for games, visual storytelling, and creating engaging player experiences
 

Extra Points For

• Previous experience working on iGaming slot titles and extensive portfolio

• Experience creating assets optimized for animation and game integration

• Familiarity with UI/UX for slot games and promotional art

• Understanding of animation workflows and game development pipelines

• Ability and desire to use and learn modern AI solutions (Nanabanana, MidJourney etc)

Our client stands out in the online gambling sector and is known for offering exciting slot games around the world. With a creative center in Barcelona and beyond, they are dedicated to creating high-quality games that deliver immersive user experiences. 

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience as a 2D Animator.
• Experience with Spine (must-have).
• Experience creating animations for slot games / iGaming projects 
• Excellent knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Adobe After Effects.
• Strong understanding of traditional animation principles
  (timing, spacing, squash & stretch, anticipation, etc.).
• Experience creating and animating game UI / interfaces.
• Solid portfolio with shipped / released commercial projects.
• Interest and readiness to use AI tools for concepts, assets, and workflow improvement.
• Clear and effective communication skills.
• Strong team player, open to learning new tools, technologies, and approaches.

Responsibilities

• Create and set up 2D character, object, and UI animations in Spine.
• Animate environments and in-game elements for slot games.
• Develop and configure visual effects using particle systems
  (Particle Designer, Particle Illusion, Magic Particles, etc.).
• Improve the overall visual quality and polish of existing animations (timing, smoothness, readability).
• Collaborate closely with artists, game designers, and developers to integrate animations into the game.
• Help design and optimize the animation pipeline, including the use of AI tools where relevant.
• Participate in animation reviews and provide / receive constructive feedback.

Сompanу offer:

• A vibrant and innovative work environment within a leading company in the online gambling industry.
• The opportunity to be part of a global team of experts passionate about creating exceptional gaming experiences.
• Career development prospects and continuous learning opportunities.

Our client is a company that is one of the prominent providers of unique online slot games based in Spain. The team creates modern and exciting slot games, providing a unique gaming experience for millions of users. It brings together professionals from development, design, and art, and is looking for a technical artist who can connect these areas.

Required skills:

• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Photoshop.
• Hands-on experience preparing 2D assets for animation, rigging, or game production pipelines.
• Professional working proficiency in Russian or Ukrainian, both written and verbal.
• Strong understanding of how characters, props, and objects should be broken down into animation-ready parts.
• Experience working with layered source files and maintaining clean, well-organized file structures.
• Ability to reconstruct hidden, overlapping, or missing areas of artwork while preserving the original visual style.
• Good understanding of the core principles behind animation and rigging workflows.
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a careful, structured approach to production work.

• Ability to work from technical briefs and deliver within established production timelines.

   

Responsibilities:

• Prepare 2D assets for rigging and animation for use in slot game production.
• Separate characters, symbols, props, and illustrations into well-structured,animation-ready files.
• Build, organize, and maintain layered PSDs in accordance with pipeline and technical requirements.
• Refine separated artwork by cleaning edges, correcting contours, and removing visual imperfections.
• Reconstruct obscured or missing parts of the artwork to support smooth and accurate animation.
• Apply clear file organization and naming conventions across layers, groups, masks, and source files.
• Deliver assets that meet the needs of Art, Animation, Rigging, and Technical Art stakeholders.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth asset handoff and production efficiency.

• Consistently uphold quality standards across all assigned asset preparation tasks.

   

Сompanу offer:

• The opportunity to play a key role in developing new team processes.
• Freedom for experiments and research that influence decision-making.
• Mentorship from experienced specialists, as well as collaboration in a creative and supportive team.
• Participation in projects where you can implement cutting-edge technologies and see their real impact.
• Access to modern tools and resources for learning and professional growth.
• Flexible schedule and the possibility to work remotely.

We’re looking for a Middle 2D Artist who knows slot games inside out and can turn concepts into polished, production-ready visuals.
 

🧩 What you’ll do

• Create concepts and final 2D art for characters, symbols, props, and environments;
• Produce high-quality static assets for slot games, from sketch to final render;
• Prepare assets for animation (layering, structure, consistency);
• Polish and improve existing art to match project style and quality bar;

• Work closely with game designers, animators, and producers to keep visuals consistent and sharp.

   

🧠 What you bring

• 4+ years of professional 2D art experience;
• Strong Photoshop skills;
• Solid understanding of composition, color, lighting, and proportions;
• Experience working with characters, environments, and symbols;
• High attention to detail and ability to iterate based on feedback;
• Portfolio with slot game projects.

💎 Nice to have

• Experience with Spine and/or After Effects;
• Proven slot game art experience;
• Understanding of animation principles;
• Clean asset organization and pipeline mindset;
• Experience working in fast-paced, collaborative teams.
   

🎁 Benefits

— 21 vacation days + 5 extra day-offs annually;
— 12 paid sick days;
— Fully remote format — work from anywhere you feel productive;
— Flexible schedule: start your day anytime between 08:00–11:00 CET;
— Fixed budget for health insurance and gym/fitness;
— We provide all required work equipment;
— Minimal meetings, async-friendly workflow;
— Startup energy: fast motion, creativity, and tight-knit communication;
— Business trips and team meetups several times per year;
— Multiple flexible payout options;
— …And many more perks unlocked after we hit break-even.

24PLAY is a GameDev company from Ukraine that has been developing   and publishing mobile games since 2019.

We are a team of professionals who have launched dozens of popular games and gained over 100 million satisfied players worldwide.

As a Diia City resident, we offer employee reservation starting from the first day of employment.

We are currently looking for a 3D Artist to share our core company values:

• Creativity: We actively encourage and embrace each other’s ideas, transforming them into reality through collaboration and innovative thinking.
• Integrity: We commit to providing honest feedback and realistically assessing situations, fostering a culture of trust and transparency.
• Productivity: We strive to optimize our workflows to achieve the best possible results in the shortest timeframe.
• Uncompromising Quality: Our commitment to excellence drives us to prioritize quality in everything we create.
• Healthy Lifestyle: We advocate for a healthy lifestyle and promote balance within our team.
   

  We are looking for a professional for the role that requires:

• Full-time job
• Office-based in Kyiv
   

  Our ideal candidate:

• 1+ year of professional experience (or a strong portfolio)
• Confident modeling skills based on references and concepts
• Ability to stylize and maintain a consistent visual style
• Proficient in texturing and efficient use of texture space
• Basic skills in rigging, skinning, or simple animation
• Understanding of composition and color fundamentals
   

  Key responsibilities:

• Creating 3D assets for mobile games (characters, props, environments)
• Working closely with game designers, artists, and Developers to achieve strong visual results
• Preparing assets according to technical requirements
• Participating in visual development and stylistic decisions
   

  What we offer in terms of growth:

  You don’t need prior experience with Unity or Playable Ads — we will     teach you everything necessary to grow into a full-cycle game artist.

  You will:

• Learn how to properly prepare and integrate assets into Unity
• Gain practical experience in mobile game optimization
• Understand the pipeline of Playable Ads production
• Develop technical skills required for modern mobile game production
   

  Nice to have:

• Understanding of the mobile games market and personal gaming experience
• Experience with any game engine (not required, but a plus)
• Awareness of mobile optimization principles
   

  Why join our team?

• Fully Legal: Official employment in full compliance with Ukrainian labor legislation, including paid vacation (24 days) and unlimited sick leave.
• Professional Team: A high-performing group of skilled individuals committed to excellence.
• No Overtime: We prioritize a healthy work-life balance.
• Stable Payments: No payment delays since the foundation of the company.
• Professional Development: Mentorship programs and internal library for continuous growth.
• Events: Board games, masterclasses, corporate events, sports activities, and free English classes.
• Comfortable Workspace: Modern office in Kyiv with lounge area, kitchen, sports zone, cinema, and spa facilities.
   

We look forward to receiving your application and portfolio!

24PLAY is a GameDev company from Ukraine that has been developing and publishing mobile games since 2019.

We are a team of professionals who have launched dozens of popular games and gained over 100 million satisfied players worldwide. Our games include Zombiepunk, Blitzkrieg Assault, Street Dude, and more.
 

As a Diia City resident, we offer employee reservation starting from the first day of employment.

We are currently looking for a 3D Artist for Creatives (Playable Ads) to share our core company values:

• Creativity: We actively encourage and embrace each other’s ideas, transforming them into reality through collaboration and innovative thinking.
• Integrity: We commit to providing honest feedback and realistically assessing situations, fostering a culture of trust and transparency.
• Productivity: We strive to optimize our workflows to achieve the best possible results in the shortest timeframe, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in our operations.
• Uncompromising Quality: Our commitment to excellence drives us to prioritize the quality of our work above all else, ensuring that we consistently deliver outstanding results.
• Healthy Lifestyle: We advocate for a healthy lifestyle and stand against harmful habits, promoting well-being and balance within our team.

We are looking for a professional for the role that requires:

• Full-time job;
• Office-based in Kyiv;
   

Key responsibilities:

• Create and optimize 2D/3D assets for playable ads.
• Build scenes with lighting, shadows, and materials.
• Add and adjust VFX (particles, effects) for web platforms.
• Export assets from Unity or make them from scratch.
• Work with devs, artists, and marketing to deliver ready creatives.

Our ideal candidate:

• 1+ year in games or playable ads.
• Strong skills in asset creation and optimization.
• Confident in Blender: topology, UVs, geometry.
• Able to set up lighting and materials.
• Experience with VFX systems.
• Basics of art: composition, color, perspective, stylization.
• English: Intermediate+.

Nice to have:

• Experience in Unity.
• Skills in VFX for web.
• Simple animations in engines.
• Understanding of game marketing.

Why join our team?

• Fully Legal: Official employment in full compliance with Ukrainian labor legislation, including paid vacation (24 days) and sick leave (unlimited).
• Professional Team: A high-performing group of skilled individuals committed to excellence.
• No Overtime: We prioritize a healthy work-life balance, with no overtime required.
• Stable Payments: No payment delays since the foundation of the company.
• Professional Development: Access to mentorship programs and our internal library for continuous growth.
• Events: Enjoy board games, masterclasses, corporate events, sports activities, and free English classes.

• Comfortable Workspace: A modern office in Kyiv featuring a spacious lounge, fully-equipped kitchen, sports zone, cinema, and complimentary spa facilities for employees.

   

Moon Active is one of the world's fastest-growing mobile game companies, providing top-quality gaming entertainment that is enjoyed by millions of players across the globe.

Over the past five years, we have grown from 100 team members to over 2,000. We’re looking for incredible people who have a desire to create, develop and deliver an out of this world game experience. Become a part of our talented and data-driven team, join the Fun side of the Moon!

We’re looking for a highly experienced, versatile and passionate Technical Artist to join our growing team. As a Technical Artist, you’ll work closely with our game design and development team to shape our production pipeline while creating innovative playable ads (responsive mini-games) that reach millions of users worldwide. 
 

Responsibilities

• Animate and integrate 2D/3D assets and visual effects into playable ads, ensuring they are both beautiful and performant.
• Build game mechanics and levels, focusing on the "juice" polish, feel, and visual feedback.
• Design and optimize workflows for exporting assets from creative tools (Photoshop, Blender) into the playable pipeline.
• Implement advanced optimization techniques (texture packing, draw call reduction, asset compression) to keep playables under strict 2MB–5MB limits.

Requirements

• Proven experience creating animations for mobile games, UI animations, visual effects and character animations.
• Experience working with media creation tools such as Adobe photoshop, After Effects and Blender.
• Experience leveraging AI tools (assets generation, code assistance, or automation) to accelerate the creative pipeline.
• Passion for solving problems.
• Self-organized, proactive and self-taught.
• Strong ownership of tasks and ability to work independently.
• Enthusiastic about new technologies, mobile in particular.

*** Please attach a portfolio with examples of your animation projects
 

Advantages

• Experience working in a web development environment (Node.js, Pixi.js, Three.js)
• Experience animating with on of: DoTween, Tween.js, GSAP
• Experience writing GLSL or working with custom shaders for web-based visual effects.

Benefits

Why join Moon Active? 

• Be part of a leading global mobile gaming company with a unique product enjoyed by millions;
• Thrive in an exceptional, innovative, and dynamic environment;
• Enjoy full transparency and open communication with talented colleagues across teams;
• Take advantage of tremendous opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within a rapidly expanding company;
• Influence and help build personalized product experiences that impact millions of users worldwide.

We offer

• Generous compensation; paid vacation and sick leave;
• Extensive medical and life insurance coverage for you and your family;
• CrossFit & running classes at the office and MultiSport card;  
• Comfortable and modern office located on Królewska 16 street in Warsaw;
• Free daily breakfasts and lunches, and a fully stocked kitchen with snacks and fruits;
• Latest tech equipment, including macOS devices;
• Training & Development/Tuition reimbursement;
• Friend Referral Program with generous bonuses;
• Fun and collaborative workplace culture with regular Friday Happy Hours and team gatherings;
• Relocation bonus for candidates moving to Warsaw;
• Bicycle and Car parking.

We Play to Win! We Play it Smart! We Play as a Team!

We are committed to investing in our employees and fostering a workplace that champions innovation, creativity, and collaboration. At Moon Active, we empower our team members to unleash their potential and achieve remarkable results every day. We encourage bold decision-making and believe that every individual has a significant impact on our success. Join us and level up your career in a supportive and high-achieving environment!

We are looking for a VFX / Motion Designer (Junior/Middle) to join our media projects. This role goes beyond classic VFX and includes motion design, basic technical tasks, and working with modern AI tools.

You will be involved in creating visual effects, title animations, and preparing video content for final delivery across promo, advertising, and media projects.

Requirements:

• 1+ year of experience in VFX / Motion Design (Junior and Middle candidates are welcome)
• Good knowledge of Adobe After Effects, Photoshop (or similar tools)
• Basic skills in creating visual effects: particles, light, smoke, simple motion graphics
• Understanding of video formats, rendering, and export settings
• Experience with title animation and typography
• Basic understanding of technical workflows/pipelines in video production
• Familiarity with AI tools (for content generation, upscaling, automation) is a strong plus
• Creativity and attention to detail
• Portfolio is a plus

Responsibilities:

• Create and edit visual effects for video content (promo, advertising, media)
• Design and animate titles, subtitles, and motion graphics elements
• Prepare and export final video files according to technical requirements
• Work with the production team to integrate effects into footage
• Support video editors with additional graphics and animations
• Use AI tools to improve workflow efficiency and content quality

We offer:

• Remote work, flexible schedule
• Interesting media and advertising projects
• Opportunity to work with modern tools (including AI)
• Career growth and skill development

Senior 3D Designer (iGames)

We are hiring a Senior 3D Designer for our client — a gaming product company developing visually engaging interactive experiences for global audiences.

We’re looking for a creative and technically skilled 3D Designer who can create high-quality game-ready assets, environments, props, and visual content for real-time production pipelines. The ideal candidate combines strong artistic fundamentals with a solid understanding of optimization, production workflows, and collaboration inside fast-moving game teams.

You will work closely with art directors, animators, game designers, UI/UX teams, and engineers to help shape the visual quality of multiple products.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality 3D assets including environments, props, gameplay objects, and visual elements
• Produce optimized game-ready models for real-time engines
• Collaborate with art and design teams to maintain strong visual consistency
• Participate in visual exploration, style development, and creative ideation
• Prepare assets for integration into production pipelines
• Optimize geometry, textures, and materials for performance across platforms
• Work closely with technical artists and developers during implementation
• Contribute to improving workflows and production efficiency
• Iterate quickly based on feedback and evolving project needs

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in 3D design for games or interactive products
• Strong portfolio demonstrating high-quality 3D work
• Experience creating stylized or game-ready assets
• Strong understanding of:
  • Modeling
  • Texturing
  • Composition
  • Lighting
  • Materials
  • Visual storytelling
• Experience with real-time production workflows
• Understanding of optimization for game engines
• Ability to work efficiently in collaborative production environments
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail
• English — Intermediate+ or higher

Nice to Have

• Experience with Unity, Unreal Engine, or Cocos pipelines
• Experience in gaming, casino, casual, or mobile products
• Knowledge of animation, VFX, or motion workflows
• Familiarity with AI-assisted creative tools
• Experience working with distributed international teams

Tools

• Blender / Maya / 3ds Max / Cinema 4D
• Substance Painter / Designer
• Photoshop
• Additional real-time or rendering tools are a plus

What Success Looks Like

• Visually polished and optimized 3D assets
• Strong collaboration across art and technical teams
• Fast iteration without sacrificing quality
• Consistent visual style across projects
• Smooth integration into production pipelines

Conditions

• Remote-friendly environment
• Flexible collaboration model
• Long-term product-focused projects
• International team environment

# Senior Cocos Animator

We are hiring a Senior Cocos Animator for our client — a gaming product company building high-performance real-money and social casino experiences with a strong focus on real-time gameplay feedback and motion systems.

This role focuses on creating, assembling, and optimizing in-engine animations directly in Cocos Creator, with a strong emphasis on gameplay clarity, responsiveness, and performance efficiency across mobile and web platforms.

You will own the full animation pipeline from concept through in-engine implementation and collaborate closely with engineers, game designers, and UI/UX teams.

## Responsibilities

### Animation & Motion Design

* Create high-quality gameplay animations for:

  * Game states (idle, deal, reveal, win/lose, bonus, celebrations)

  * Card game interactions (shuffle, deal, fan, reveal, chip movement, table transitions)

* Design UI motion that improves clarity, feedback, and user engagement

* Build VFX and particle effects for wins, streaks, combos, jackpots, and events

* Ensure motion is responsive, readable, and emotionally satisfying

### In-Engine Assembly (Cocos Creator)

* Build, rig, and assemble animations directly in Cocos Creator

* Configure timelines, curves, animation states, and event systems

* Create reusable prefabs and motion components for scalable production

* Set up triggers, animation events, and integration-ready systems for developers

* Ensure smooth handoff and reliable implementation in-engine

### Performance & Optimization

* Optimize animation assets (atlases, sprite sheets, skeletal rigs, textures)

* Balance frame-based vs skeletal animation approaches depending on use case

* Define and maintain performance budgets (memory, draw calls, file size)

* Profile and optimize animations across devices and frame rates

* Ensure smooth performance on mobile and web platforms

* Build reusable animation and VFX libraries for production efficiency

### Collaboration & Workflow

* Work closely with product, game design, UI/UX, and engineering teams

* Ensure motion supports gameplay mechanics, pacing, and economy systems

* Provide clear documentation and technical specs for implementation

* Review builds and PRs to ensure visual fidelity and performance quality

* Present animation concepts and iterate based on feedback

* Mentor peers and help improve motion and in-engine best practices

## Requirements

### Must-Have

* 5+ years of experience in game animation or motion design

* 3+ years of experience delivering in-engine animations in shipped titles

* Strong portfolio in gaming or iGaming (casino/card games is a plus)

* Advanced proficiency in Cocos Creator:

  * Animation clips

  * Timelines

  * State machines

  * Prefabs

  * Events

* Proven ability to assemble and ship animations in-engine

* Strong understanding of animation principles (timing, easing, anticipation, overlap)

* Deep knowledge of optimization (atlases, batching, draw calls, compression)

* Experience with mobile and web performance constraints and profiling

* Strong English communication skills

### Nice to Have

* Spine rigging and animation experience (integration workflows)

* Experience with JavaScript/TypeScript in Cocos pipelines

* Familiarity with After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator

* Knowledge of particle systems and shader-based VFX

* Understanding of casino game UX patterns and player feedback systems

* Mandarin language skills

## Working Approach

* Player-first motion design focused on clarity and responsiveness

* Performance-driven development with profiling and optimization

* System-based thinking (reusable motion libraries over one-off animations)

## Application Requirements

Please include:

* Portfolio or reel showcasing in-engine Cocos animation work (with your contribution clearly stated)

* Short case study describing:

  * Problem and goals

  * Technical/creative constraints

  * Optimization approach

  * Final impact

* CV or LinkedIn profile

We are Formula Spin, an ambitious team specializing in the development of slot games.

Our mission is to create innovative, engaging, and high-quality games that set new standards in the industry.

Formula Spin’s work is based on principles that unite us and make our company not only successful but also a comfortable place for all employees.

We are looking for an experienced 2D Artist.
 

• Format: Remote;
• Experience: 1.5–2 years;

Requirements:

• Experience working with slots and crashes.
• Experience with gambling games, knowledge of game mechanics;
• Experience with UI/UX;
• Understanding of the basics of composition, perspective, form, and lighting (objects: light, shadow, penumbra, reflection);
• Ability to visually represent object materials (wood, metal, glass);
• Ability to draw in various styles;
• Experience drawing by hand (preferably with a graphics tablet);
• Ability to work with AI;

Job responsibilities:

• Creating art for Gambling;
• Preparing files for animation;
• Preparing files for the frontend developer;
• Working with layers when preparing art for layout and animation;

📩 If this sounds interesting—reach out to me! Let’s discuss how you can become part of our team!