Animator

Cypher Games is seeking a passionate Animator to create dynamic, expressive in-game experiences. This role involves transforming concepts into animations for characters, environments, and gameplay, adding depth, style, and emotion to our games. The Animator will shape the movement, flow, and personality of our games, contributing significantly to player experience.

Must Have

• Develop and create in-game animations, collaborating with Art and Product teams.
• Design and animate 2D assets including characters, environments, and textures.
• Oversee the animation pipeline, ensuring quality standards and gameplay integration.
• Stay updated with animation and game art trends, sharing insights.
• Contribute innovative ideas for game design and visual features.
• Bachelor's degree in Animation, Arts, or equivalent professional experience.
• Proficiency with Spine & Unity and similar tools.
• Strong understanding of animation principles, detail, timing, and movement.
• Knowledge of color theory, lighting, and composition.
• Proactive team player with excellent communication and collaboration skills.

At Cypher Games, animation is the heartbeat of our worlds. We’re looking for a passionate Animator to transform concepts into dynamic, expressive in-game experiences. From characters and environments to gameplay moments, your work will add depth, style, and emotion that players can feel. If you’re excited about shaping the movement, flow, and personality of our games, we’d love to have you on our team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and create in-game animations, collaborating closely with Art and Product teams from concept to final production
• Design and animate 2D assets, including characters, environments, textures, and more, to bring compelling visuals to life
• Oversee the animation pipeline, ensuring integration into the game aligns with quality standards and gameplay experience
• Keep up-to-date with new trends in animation and game art, sharing insights and suggestions to enhance our projects
• Contribute innovative ideas for game design, visual features, and user experience improvements

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Animation, Arts, or related field, or equivalent professional experience in game animation
• Proficiency with Spine & Unity, and similar tools
• Strong understanding of animation principles, with an excellent eye for detail, timing, and movement
• Knowledge of color theory, lighting, and composition, with the ability to create animations that fit the game’s visual style
• A proactive team player with excellent communication and collaboration skills, driven to contribute to a dynamic creative environment