ANIMATOR

Join us at Playtika (NASDAQ: PLTK), where we're driven by the belief life needs play. We’re on a mission to deliver infinite ways to play using cutting-edge technologies like AI and machine learning to craft immersive experiences that connect, inspire and entertain millions of players worldwide. From our start as a small mobile games company founded in Israel to our current position as a publicly traded company and industry leader, we continue to be a dominant force in interactive entertainment. With a diverse portfolio of award-winning, category-leading Casual and Social Casino-themed games, including nine of the top 100 highest-grossing mobile games in the US, we're setting the standard for excellence. Our success story is co-authored by a dynamic team of storytellers, strategists, creators and data scientists who thrive on innovation. We are home of the best, advancing an inclusive culture that embraces our core values and reflects our agile DNA. With a strong financial foundation, disciplined operations, unwavering player-focused approach and relentless can-do spirit, we're well-positioned for sustained growth. If you're ready to join the driving force behind the evolution of interactive entertainment, we invite you to come play with us.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate a solid understanding of the principles of animation, and a high level of quality and polish in your work
• Animate characters, environments, UI and FX assets in various styles
• Demonstrate great timing and strong, dynamic key poses
• Demonstrate creativity, an eye for detail, composition, and visual storytelling
• Animate different game art within a range of predefined art styles, appropriate for the subject’s game purpose, that is aesthetically pleasing and evokes a positive reaction in the players
• Work with the Animation Lead/Art Lead/ Director to identify and understand all animated content needed for the design of a game or other project
• Adjust own animation in response to feedback, without requiring adjustments performed by senior staff to achieve the utmost quality
• Show efficiency in self-managing time with a high degree of accountability and minimal instruction
• Demonstrate self-sufficiency; ability to think independently of concept and create high-caliber animation for a project that may not have been explicitly defined in advance

Requirements:

• 2+ years of previous experience as a staff Animator in the Gaming/Film industry
• Technically competent with a strong understanding of the animation processes
• Ability to independently create ideas and animations for all aspects of the product
• Strong character animation skills
• High proficiency in After Effects (and Trapcode Particular), and proficiency with Photoshop and other key tools
• Knowledge of Spine 2D is a plus, or show willingness/ability to learn new software quickly

*** PLEASE ATTACH PORTFOLIO (We’d love to see your work! Please make sure to include a link to your portfolio along with your resume. Applications without a portfolio may not be considered)

Nice to have:

• Experienced in animation file preparation for implementation in game engines
• Experience with GDevelop or Unity

Benefits:

• Biweekly pay via direct deposit
• Annual bonus plan
• Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance (mostly company-paid)
• Learning platform (Campus), gym memberships, events, and perks
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Includes vacation, sick time, and 11 paid holidays. PTO accrual and usage vary by state
• 6 additional long weekends throughout the year
• Leaves of Absence: Available for family, medical, military, jury duty, bereavement, and more, as per state/federal law
• Special Vacation Day: One additional day off during your birthday month
• Flexible working hours and company-sponsored happy hours
• Work permit assistance for employees
• Corporate celebrations, team-building activities, and fun events
• 401(k) plan with 100% match up to 3%
• Hybrid work setup: Work remotely 2 days per week, and join us at our Vegas office 3 days per week (Green Valley Ranch, Henderson)

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you feel the above describes you perfectly - Apply now!