2d Game Animator

**Are you skilled in Spine and illustration and looking for your next challenge? Do you want to help shape a brand-new team? This newly created role could be the perfect fit for you**

**What's in it for you?**
Join Easygo in an exciting, newly created role within a brand-new team You'll have the unique opportunity to help shape how our casino games come to life, putting your creativity front and center. Spend most of your time animating in Spine while also using your illustration skills, all in a collaborative environment that values fresh ideas and innovation. See your work live in games, grow alongside passionate industry professionals and make a real impact from day one - this is your chance to leave your mark on Easygo's animation style.

**Your role with us**:
You'll be the driving force behind animated assets that elevate our games. Around 70% of your time will focus on crafting smooth, engaging animations in Spine, while the rest involves illustration tasks such as underpainting, layout adjustments and small asset creation. Working closely with the Head of Studio, you'll ensure every asset is polished, production-ready and delivered with precision.

**_Please Note: We believe in the value of in-person collaboration This is a full-time, on-site role at our Melbourne CBD office, where you'll work closely with our dynamic team to drive innovation and growth._**

**Who are we?**
Easygo is the Australian powerhouse behind some of the most popular brands within the iGaming industry, including Stake, KICK and Twist Gaming.

Stake is the world's most popular online casino, and leads the industry with a seamless online casino and sportsbook experience. Level up your online entertainment with KICK, the vibrant live streaming platform, which connects millions of gamers and content creators worldwide. All alongside the innovative game design studio, Twist Gaming, which takes creativity to new heights by crafting cutting-edge and captivating games.

Headquartered in the beautiful city of Melbourne, our growth has been remarkable. From humble beginnings to a thriving workforce of 600+, we've expanded not only in numbers but in ambition. There really is something for everyone here, whether you work in Tech, Marketing, Operations, Mathematics or Design, we are sure to have something for everyone.

**What you will do**:

- Animate high-quality 2D assets in Spine that align with the game's creative direction and technical requirements.
- Prepare, clean up and adapt outsourced artwork for animation (e.g., separating layers, underpainting, touch-ups, small asset creation).
- Organise PSD files and Spine projects with clear structure, naming conventions and export settings for efficient implementation.
- Work closely with the Head of Studio to ensure assets are optimised for performance and consistent with briefs.
- Adapt to different art styles and integrate assets seamlessly into the game's look and feel.
- Maintain a practical approach, balancing visual quality with production needs.

**What you will bring**:

- Strong proficiency in Spine 2D animation or similar.
- Solid understanding of animation principles (timing, anticipation, squash and stretch, easing).
- Proficiency in Photoshop (or equivalent) for asset preparation, underpainting and minor illustration work.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow briefs.
- Ability to adapt to different art styles and pipelines.

**Bonus points if you also have**:

- Experience with After Effects or VFX/2D frame by frame animation.
- Understanding of version control (Git, Perforce, or similar).
- Any developer experience (Typescript, PixiJS, C#, Unity, etc).
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt to workflows.
- Gambling and cryptocurrency knowledge
- Proficient with Google Suite (Drive, Spreadsheets, Docs), Slack, Jira

**Some of the perks of working with us**:
**Office Perks & Environment**
- In-house baristas serving free coffee, fresh juices and smoothies
- Daily catered breakfast and regular company-wide events
- Snack walls and drink fridges on every floor
- Fun /modern office spaces with pool tables, table tennis, gaming consoles, and an F1 simulator

**Wellbeing & Personal Development**
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your loved ones
- 9,000+ courses on our Learning & Development platform
- One paid volunteer day per year
- Weekly Wednesday massages by professional masseuses

**Team Connection & Rewards**
- Team budgets for lunches and activities to celebrate achievements
- Social sports teams and participation in Corporate Games
- Easygo branded swag
- Birthday and work anniversary gift vouchers, plus a chance to win prizes

**Events & Experiences**
- Company-wide talks with key partners such as Everton FC and Team Sauber in Formula 1
- Office visits from big-name streamers
- Meet Ambassadors like Alex Pereira, Israel Adesanya
- Ballots for exclusive tickets to events like Formula 1, UFC, and more sporting and music events

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