Produce high-quality 2D animations, VFX, and motion graphics for in-game features, live ops events, and content updates, using AI tools where they accelerate ideation, reference gathering, and ...
Produce high-quality 2D animations, VFX, and motion graphics for in-game features, live ops events, and content updates, using AI tools where they accelerate ideation, reference gathering, and ...
Gameplay Engineer
Montreal, QC · On-site
... the game industry. * Identify technical and developmental risks/obstacles and generate solutions to overcome identified risks. * Partner closely with design, engineering, animation, and audio to ...
Gameplay Engineer
Montreal, QC · On-site
... the game industry. * Identify technical and developmental risks/obstacles and generate solutions to overcome identified risks. * Partner closely with design, engineering, animation, and audio to ...
Gameplay Engineer
Montreal, QC · On-site
... the game industry. * Identify technical and developmental risks/obstacles and generate solutions to overcome identified risks. * Partner closely with design, engineering, animation, and audio to ...
Gameplay Engineer
Montreal, QC · On-site
... the game industry. * Identify technical and developmental risks/obstacles and generate solutions to overcome identified risks. * Partner closely with design, engineering, animation, and audio to ...
Senior Gameplay Systems Programmer - UGC / Programmeur sénior en systèmes de gameplay - CGU (contenu
... DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the ... Experience contributing to at least one shipped game title, preferably AAA * Strong understanding ...
Senior Gameplay Systems Programmer - UGC / Programmeur sénior en systèmes de gameplay - CGU (contenu
... DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the ... Experience contributing to at least one shipped game title, preferably AAA * Strong understanding ...
Programmeur.euse IA Sénior
Montreal, QC · On-site
Travailler étroitement avec gameplay, animation, tech design et réseau pour garantir des IA lisibles, systémiques, de qualité et debuggable, compatibles avec une architecture ...
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Programmeur.euse IA Sénior
Montreal, QC · On-site
Travailler étroitement avec gameplay, animation, tech design et réseau pour garantir des IA lisibles, systémiques, de qualité et debuggable, compatibles avec une architecture ...
Senior 3D Character Artist - Unannounced project | Artiste de personnage 3D seniore - Projet non ...
Montreal, QC · On-site
Services and Original Games. Our Services team collaborates with gaming and entertainment giants ... Partner with animation and tech animation teams throughout production to ensure characters move ...
Senior 3D Character Artist - Unannounced project | Artiste de personnage 3D seniore - Projet non ...
Montreal, QC · On-site
Services and Original Games. Our Services team collaborates with gaming and entertainment giants ... Partner with animation and tech animation teams throughout production to ensure characters move ...
... games or VFX. * Excellent command of Unreal Engine is required and knowledge of Unity is an asset. * Strong understanding of art and animation pipelines. * Excellent C++ knowledge. Dans ce role, tu ...
... games or VFX. * Excellent command of Unreal Engine is required and knowledge of Unity is an asset. * Strong understanding of art and animation pipelines. * Excellent C++ knowledge. Dans ce role, tu ...
Create game-ready motion-edited or hand-keyed animation for both gameplay and cinematics, ensuring movement adheres to specific project styles and anatomical principles. * Contribute to the animation ...
Create game-ready motion-edited or hand-keyed animation for both gameplay and cinematics, ensuring movement adheres to specific project styles and anatomical principles. * Contribute to the animation ...
... game!Description du poste Nous recherchons un(e) Lead 2D Artiste engagé(e) et créatif(ve) pour soutenir le Chef de l'Agence créative dans la gestion du flux de production 2D et animation pour le ...
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... game!Description du poste Nous recherchons un(e) Lead 2D Artiste engagé(e) et créatif(ve) pour soutenir le Chef de l'Agence créative dans la gestion du flux de production 2D et animation pour le ...
As a 3D Artist Generalist, you will be responsible for the development of our mobile games by creating environments, 3D objects, 3D models and their animations which you will follow from the ...
As a 3D Artist Generalist, you will be responsible for the development of our mobile games by creating environments, 3D objects, 3D models and their animations which you will follow from the ...
Gameplay Engineer
Montreal, QC · On-site
Description Devoted Studios is a globally remote game development company specializing in Co ... Implement animation-gameplay integration: Anim Notifies, state-driven Anim BPs, root motion ...
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Gameplay Engineer
Montreal, QC · On-site
Description Devoted Studios is a globally remote game development company specializing in Co ... Implement animation-gameplay integration: Anim Notifies, state-driven Anim BPs, root motion ...
Gameplay Engineer
Montreal, QC · Remote
Description Devoted Studios is a globally remote game development company specializing in Co ... Implement animation-gameplay integration: Anim Notifies, state-driven Anim BPs, root motion ...
Gameplay Engineer
Montreal, QC · Remote
Description Devoted Studios is a globally remote game development company specializing in Co ... Implement animation-gameplay integration: Anim Notifies, state-driven Anim BPs, root motion ...
Senior Sound Designer - Dead by Daylight | Concepteurtrice de son seniore - Dead by Daylight
Montreal, QC · On-site
They collaborate closely with design, animation, narrative, and engineering teams to ensure seamless and meaningful audio integration throughout the game. In this role you will: * Design and deliver ...
Senior Sound Designer - Dead by Daylight | Concepteurtrice de son seniore - Dead by Daylight
Montreal, QC · On-site
They collaborate closely with design, animation, narrative, and engineering teams to ensure seamless and meaningful audio integration throughout the game. In this role you will: * Design and deliver ...
... DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the ... Experience with cloud-integrated game platforms, backend services, or live service ecosystems
... DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the ... Experience with cloud-integrated game platforms, backend services, or live service ecosystems
Ensure proper topology, rigging, and skinning for characters to meet animation and gameplay requirements. * Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges related to character development. * Actively ...
Ensure proper topology, rigging, and skinning for characters to meet animation and gameplay requirements. * Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges related to character development. * Actively ...
Collaborer étroitement avec les équipes de programmation, d'art, d'animation, UX et de production afin de livrer des fonctionnalités de gameplay de haute qualité. * Implémenter et optimiser des ...
Collaborer étroitement avec les équipes de programmation, d'art, d'animation, UX et de production afin de livrer des fonctionnalités de gameplay de haute qualité. * Implémenter et optimiser des ...
Design, build, and optimize gameplay systems, AI behaviors, animation pipelines, or core engine architecture Develop and maintain tools that empower content creators, designers, and QA teams ...
Design, build, and optimize gameplay systems, AI behaviors, animation pipelines, or core engine architecture Develop and maintain tools that empower content creators, designers, and QA teams ...
This is a general application for candidates with experience in AI, Gameplay, Systems, Tools, Engine, Animation, Networking, Live Ops, DevOps, or Cloud Services. If you're an engineer with a ...
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This is a general application for candidates with experience in AI, Gameplay, Systems, Tools, Engine, Animation, Networking, Live Ops, DevOps, or Cloud Services. If you're an engineer with a ...
Create high-quality 3D character assets, including organic and hard surface elements, from concept to final game-ready models. * Collaborate with art leads, designers, and animators to ensure ...
Create high-quality 3D character assets, including organic and hard surface elements, from concept to final game-ready models. * Collaborate with art leads, designers, and animators to ensure ...
Translate gameplay concepts into functional and cohesive interfaces * Partner with user experience teams to visually represent user journeys * Design interface elements including menus, animations ...
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Translate gameplay concepts into functional and cohesive interfaces * Partner with user experience teams to visually represent user journeys * Design interface elements including menus, animations ...
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Clipwire Games is one of Canada's top grossing mobile game developers, and the creator of Monopoly: Bingo!, TPIR: Bingo! and Bingo Story. Founded in Toronto over 10 years ago, we've had tremendous success and are poised for another decade of record growth. Our studio is built on strong values, work ethic, and intelligent data driven growth. We work hard, have fun, innovate, and level-up every day.
To work at Clipwire means becoming part of our future right now. We have reached our current growth rate because we support, promote, and develop our team so that they can make great games. Come find out what all the buzz is about!
We are open to hiring for this role in Toronto or Montreal!
Role OverviewWe're looking for a UX/Motion Designer to create high-quality, engaging animations and motion graphics for our mobile game projects.
This role is ideal for an experienced motion designer with a strong sense of timing, polish, and feel, who enjoys working on live products and collaborating closely with artists, product managers, and engineers. You'll be responsible for producing and refining animation assets that elevate the visual quality of our games while supporting gameplay, usability, and performance.
You bring strong artistic judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to take ownership of your work from concept through final implementation in-engine.
Key Responsibilities- Produce high-quality 2D animations, VFX, and motion graphics for in-game features, live ops events, and content updates, using AI tools where they accelerate ideation, reference gathering, and iteration without compromising craft
- Maintain a consistent motion language across the game, partnering with Art Direction, Product, and Design to keep motion aligned with gameplay and player experience
- Create prototypes, references, and explorations for new features and events - bringing AI into early concepting and motion reference where it speeds the path to a strong direction
- Prepare production-ready animations optimised for mobile performance, and implement and tune them in-engine alongside engineers
- Collaborate with UI/UX artists on clear, readable, and engaging interface motion
- Iterate based on feedback, playtests, and live performance data, using AI to support scripting, post-production, and the less creative parts of the pipeline
- Support the marketing team on UA videos and playable ads, bringing the same craft bar to performance creative
- Develop and share AI-assisted workflows that integrate cleanly with After Effects, Spine 2D, and Unity, helping raise quality and velocity across the animation team
- Contribute to animation guidelines and support fellow animators through feedback and example-setting
- 3-5 years as a Motion Designer or 2D Animator in games or interactive products, with a strong portfolio demonstrating animation quality, range, and feel
- Excellent animation fundamentals: timing, spacing, easing, anticipation, and follow-through
- Experience creating animations for mobile games, ideally in the casual or social casino space
- Proficiency with industry-standard tools: After Effects, Spine 2D, Photoshop, and Figma
- Hands-on experience with generative AI tools across the motion pipeline - LLMs (Claude, ChatGPT) and generative video/image tools (Runway, Kling, Sora, Midjourney, Luma) - with strong prompting skills and clear judgement about where AI adds value and where it doesn't
- Curiosity about emerging tools and a willingness to experiment, evaluate, and adopt new workflows as the landscape evolves
- Able to take ownership of tasks and deliver polished work with minimal supervision; strong collaborator and communicator
- Bonus: experience with in-engine animation implementation (Unity, DOTween, or similar), live ops content, and UA video or playable ad production
- Comprehensive Health & Wellness Coverage - We offer extended health, dental, and wellness benefits. Coverage becomes effective on your start date, provided your enrolment forms have been completed.
- Wellness Spending Account - Employees receive a $500 annual Wellness Spending Account to support their physical well-being, personal development and lifestyle interests.
- Generous Vacation Time - Employees receive 25 vacation days annually, in addition to statutory holidays.
- Paid Volunteer Days - We provide 2 paid volunteer days each year, giving employees the opportunity to support causes that matter to them.
- Parental Leave & Family Support - We offer a generous parental leave program and foster a supportive, family-friendly workplace culture.
- RRSP Matching - We match 100% of employee RRSP contributions up to 3.5% of annual salary, helping you build long-term financial security.
- Employee Recognition Program - Each month, one or more employees are recognized for outstanding performance, dedication, or contributions. Recipients receive a $400 award.
- Charitable Donation Matching - We match employee donations to registered charities dollar-for-dollar, up to $1,000 per calendar year.
- Employee Assistance Program - Confidential support and resources are available whenever needed through our Employee Assistance Program.
- Team Events & Celebrations - We regularly host social events and celebrations to recognize achievements, strengthen connections, and build a positive workplace culture.
- Professional Development - We are committed to employee growth and encourage career advancement through ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.
Clipwire Games is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or other legally protected characteristics.
As part of our interview process, we may use AI-enabled tools to assist with note-taking and summarizing conversations. These tools are used only to support our recruiters and interviewers. They are not used to screen applications or make hiring decisions. All candidate evaluations and hiring decisions are made by people.
This opening is for an existing vacancy.
All legitimate Clipwire roles are only posted on our official careers page and LinkedIn and we do not conduct job interviews via messaging apps like WhatsApp, Telegram or others. We never ask for personal or financial information during interviews. Sensitive information is only ever requested after a formal written offer through official channels. Any attempt to do so may be the result of a scam or phishing attack, and you should not engage. Our in-house recruitment team will only contact individuals through their official Company email addresses (tripledotstudios.com)