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Design Works Studios LLC

Animator

Scottsdale, AZ · Hybrid

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Design Works Gaming is looking for an experienced and determined Animator to join our Art ... Experience with 3D software a plus * Preferably Blender/Cinema 4D/Maya * Spine Animation software a ...

Progressive Gaming

Animator

Reno, NV · On-site +1

$114K - $141K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Minimum 3-5 years game development experience required * Strong portfolio/reel showcasing animation, timing, and visual storytelling * Expertise in 2D/3D tools (After Effects, Spine, Maya, Blender ...

Design Works Studios LLC

Animator

Scottsdale, AZ · Hybrid

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Design Works Gaming is looking for an experienced and determined Animator to join our Art ... Experience with 3D software a plus * Preferably Blender/Cinema 4D/Maya * Spine Animation software a ...

2K

Lead Animator

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$123K - $182K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Create high-quality in-game animations that support responsive, polished gameplay. * Implement ... Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including ...

2K

Lead Animator

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$123K - $182K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Create high-quality in-game animations that support responsive, polished gameplay. * Implement ... Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including ...

2K

Lead Animator

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$123K - $182K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Create high-quality in-game animations that support responsive, polished gameplay. * Implement ... Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including ...

31st Union

Lead Animator

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$123K - $182K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Create high-quality in-game animations that support responsive, polished gameplay. * Implement ... Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including ...

31st Union

Lead Animator

San Mateo, CA

$123K - $182K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Create high-quality in-game animations that support responsive, polished gameplay. * Implement ... Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including ...

2K

Lead Animator

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$123K - $182K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Create high-quality in-game animations that support responsive, polished gameplay. * Implement ... Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including ...

IGT

Animator

Reno, NV · On-site +1

$114K - $141K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Minimum 3-5 years game development experience required * Strong portfolio/reel showcasing animation, timing, and visual storytelling * Expertise in 2D/3D tools (After Effects, Spine, Maya, Blender ...

Prisms VR

3D Artist (Remote)

San Francisco, CA · Remote

$110K - $140K/yr

As a 3D Artist, you will craft characters, environments, and educational 3D motion graphic ... game engines and mobile VR platforms. * Experience in creating Motion Graphic Animation in After ...

Thatgamecompany

Technical Game Designer

$80K - $140K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Any interactive system applies - procedural animation, cloth simulation, player controls, AI ... Maya or 3D game engines * Portfolio of your work * Ok to take a test as part of our process Nice to ...

Kensoft Inc.

3D Artist

New York, NY · Remote

$55/hr

About the Role We are looking for a talented and creative 3D Artist to join our team. The ... Experience with animation, game development, product visualization, or VFX is an advantage.

New

thatgamecompany

Technical Game Designer

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

$80K - $140K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Any interactive system applies -- procedural animation, cloth simulation, player controls, AI ... Maya or 3D game engines * Portfolio of your work * Ok to take a test as part of our process Nice to ...

Epic Games

Technical Designer in Animation

Cary, NC · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Build animation behavior tools, techniques, and frameworks that enable complex systems and ... stunning games and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epic's award ...

CTI

3D Video Production Artist

Memphis, TN · On-site

Bachelor's Degree in 3D animation or 3D art/ game design (with animation skills) Training and Experience: 3+ years' experience working as a 3D Animator or Multimedia/ Technical Artist Proficiency in ...

RS&H

Junior 3D Visualization Artist

Tampa, FL

Bachelor's degree in 3D Visualization, Digital Media, Architecture, Animation, Game Art, or a related field * Minimum of 1-2 years of experience working as a 3D visualization artist, including ...

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Animator

Design Works Studios LLC

Scottsdale, AZ • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Description

Job Title: Animator

Location: Scottsdale, AZ

Job Type: Full Time

No C2C or Third Parties. Must be local to U.S. Sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status) is not available.


What we are looking for...

Design Works Gaming is looking for an experienced and determined Animator to join our Art Department in Scottsdale! At DWG, our Animators are responsible for creating visually stunning animations for Casino games and marketing materials. They will have the ability to push creative projects from concept to final execution. This is going to be someone who communicates well with different people and departments, is passionate, motivated, and excited about what you do! We want someone who works for the good of the team and excellence of the product. A pertinent part of the Animator role will be maintaining an efficient workflow including good time management and task prioritization. This person will need to communicate well maintaining a high level of availability and response time.


How you'll grow...

At Design Works Gaming, you will be a part of a close-knit team of artists and animators. You will create and grow games in numerous locations with millions of users. Be part of our innovative, imaginative, and intelligent team. If you have big ideas and the drive to make things happen, we want to talk with you!


Your Role and Impact:

  • Create a diverse range of impactful animations from assets including characters, backgrounds, symbols, text, logos, and      various other graphic elements geared towards keeping the players excited and engaged.
  • Actively seek out FX, Scripts, and Plug-ins to improve quality and efficiency of product.
  • Shows effort to learn, seeks feedback and takes direction from the higher-level animators in order to grow and fine tune      their skill and knowledge and learn new techniques.
  • Assist other departments such as Commercial and Marketing with animation needs
  • Contributes to a collaborative environment within the team
  • Meets quality expectations pertaining to animations and videos being worked on
  • Seeks out and shares outside sources of art and design inspiration in the Art Inspiration Channel at least once per week.

Requirements

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • After Effects
  • Photoshop
  • Illustrator
  • Red Giant Trapcode Suite (not required but recommended)
  • Experience with 3D software a plus
    • Preferably Blender/Cinema 4D/Maya
  • Spine Animation software a plus (not required)
  • Working knowledge of AI generative tools and incorporating them into workflow
  • Strong understanding of animation principles
  • Good attitude, team player with great communication skills


Design Works Gaming is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration for employment without any discrimination. All applicants will be evaluated solely based on their ability, competence and their proven capability to perform the functions outlined in the corresponding role.


We promote and support a diverse workforce across all levels in the company. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.


Why come work with us?
Design Works Gaming Offers You!

  • Competitive Salary
  • Hybrid work schedule
  • Health, Dental & Vision insurance
  • Complimentary snack and drink bar
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Gym membership reimbursement
  • Fun company culture
  • Short workdays on Fridays

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