Technical Animator 2D

Summary

Join Pocket Worlds, a company building cutting-edge technology for social experiences, as a Technical Animator. You will play a crucial role in bringing characters and environments to life in our flagship platform, Highrise. This position requires bridging animation and engineering, developing rigs, refining workflows, and ensuring smooth character movement. You will collaborate with animators, artists, and engineers to create high-performance rigs and optimize animation systems for mobile. Your work will directly impact how Highrise feels and moves. If you are passionate about animation, problem-solving, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is the ideal opportunity.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years in mobile game development with a focus on animation
• Passionate about animation, detail-oriented, and a team player
• Strong communication skills and adept at problem-solving
• Advanced rigging skills in Spine or Unity
• Expertise in 2D and pseudo-3D character animation, including both humanoids and animals
• Proficient in optimizing animations for mobile platforms
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken
• Hands-on experience with the Unity game engine
• Familiarity with the latest animation trends and techniques in the mobile gaming industry
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet project deadlines
• Portfolio showcasing relevant animation work is required

Responsibilities

• Design and produce character and object animations, including pseudo-3D effects
• Develop visual effects using Unity to enhance game aesthetics
• Collaborate with the art team, providing feedback, implementing edits, and ensuring visual consistency
• Optimize and prepare assets for smooth integration into the game engine
• Oversee and manage the integration of animation assets into the Unity engine
• Participate in brainstorming sessions to conceptualize new animations and visual effects

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with other game engines or animation software
• Background in traditional animation techniques
• Knowledge of scripting and programming basics for animations
• Experience with creating animation pipelines and workflows
• Understanding of game design principles and how animations contribute to player experience

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Meaningful equity - we’re here to do amazing work, and we share in our wins together
• Equipment allowance - choose what you need to work at your best
• Healthcare, 401k (US only)
• Unlimited PTO
• Education/Training stipend - we've set aside a budget for every employee to continue to learn and grow their skills