Animator

Moon Active is seeking a highly experienced and passionate 2D Animator to join their team, focusing on creating game interfaces for Family Island. The role involves generating special effects using Particle Editor and After Effects, developing 2D character and building animations with Spine, and preparing textures in Photoshop. The Animator will also handle animation material preparation for software implementation, complete animation tables for developers, and collaborate closely with the development team to ensure high-quality product delivery.

Must Have

• Creating game special effects using Particle Editor and Adobe After Effects
• Creating 2D animations for game characters and buildings with an isometric view, using Spine
• Preparing textures in Photoshop, including arranging textures, creating additional sequences for building elements and effects in After Effects
• Creating and editing animation textures such as particles and atlases
• Preparing animation materials for software implementation, including creating sequence atlases, cutting necessary textures, and exporting animations from Spine to the engine
• Completing animation tables for developers, specifying timings, easing, and parameter changes over time
• Collaborating closely with developers throughout the animation implementation process
• Experience in 2D character animation (3+ years)
• Proficiency in Adobe After Effects and Adobe Photoshop
• Expertise in using Spine for animation purposes
• Basic drawing skills
• Artistic taste, including knowledge of anatomy, animation principles, color theory, shape, proportions, and composition
• Proficiency in English
• Portfolio showcasing examples of work in a casual style

Perks & Benefits

• A global data-driven company, with a unique product and strong R&D center
• Exceptional innovative and dynamic work environment
• Promote transparency & open employee communication
• Tremendous growth & career advancement opportunities
• Encourage, support, and empower learning exploration and career development opportunities
• Directly impact and build personalized product experiences for our players

Description

Moon Active is looking for a highly experienced, versatile, and passionate 2D Animator to join the team. You will be creating animation of game interfaces for one of our games - Family Island. You will be contributing to the quality of our products, look for points for growth, show initiative and take responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Creating game special effects using Particle Editor and Adobe After Effects;
• Creating 2D animations for game characters and buildings with an isometric view, using Spine;
• Preparing textures in Photoshop, including arranging textures, creating additional sequences for building elements and effects in After Effects;
• Creating and editing animation textures such as particles and atlases;
• Preparing animation materials for software implementation, including creating sequence atlases, cutting necessary textures, and exporting animations from Spine to the engine;
• Completing animation tables for developers, specifying timings, easing, and parameter changes over time;
• Collaborating closely with developers throughout the animation implementation process.

Requirements

• Experience in 2D character animation (3+ years);
• Proficiency in Adobe After Effects and Adobe Photoshop;
• Expertise in using Spine for animation purposes;
• Basic drawing skills;
• Artistic taste, including knowledge of anatomy, animation principles, color theory, shape, proportions, and composition;
• Proficiency in English;
• Portfolio showcasing examples of work in a casual style.

Benefits

• A global data-driven company, with a unique product and strong R&D center;
• Exceptional innovative and dynamic work environment;
• Promote transparency & open employee communication;
• Tremendous growth & career advancement opportunities;
• Encourage, support, and empower learning exploration and career development opportunities;
• Directly impact and build personalized product experiences for our players.