2D Animator

Main Tasks:

• Create high-quality character and effects animations in our mobile game.
• Work with the art and animation leadership in Los Angeles to define direction, methods, and approaches to solving creative animation challenges
• Create storyboards planning out the animation to be done
• Collaborate with artists, game designers, and engineers to define and improve our animation pipelines
• Work with production and project managers to accurately scope and size level of effort and deliverables

QUALIFICATIONS

• Animation degree or equivalent work experience
• Minimum 2-3 years of professional animation experience
• A strong portfolio/demo-reel showcasing an understanding of timing, momentum, effects, weight, and anticipation.  This includes a solid grasp of the ’12 Principles of Animation’
• Proven track record of creating compelling and beautiful animations in the face of artistic, technical, and gameplay challenges or limitations
• Has a clear understanding of animation game beats and timing
• Broad animation skills with the ability to execute various performance styles
• Experience animating in Unity using keyframes and utilizing the graph editor for polish passes
• Experience with Unity’s particle system as well as particle animation optimization 
• Solid understanding of drawing and visual design principles and techniques regarding 2D, 3D, layout, color theory, and lighting
• Experience storyboarding
• Strong English written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present feedback and ideas in a clear, concise, and professional manner.  
• Affinity for Disney/Pixar/Lucas is a plus
• Passion for video games a must!Able to multi-task like a proSense of humor and a positive, enthusiastic attitudeAbility to take direction, and able to iterate animations/VFX when necessary
• Self-starter, reliable, and passionate about their work
• Eye for detail with a clear understanding of the big picture
• Team player who understands the value of regular and effective communication