Senior Animator

Scientific Games:

Scientific Games is the global leader in lottery games, sports betting and technology, and the partner of choice for government lotteries. From cutting-edge backend systems to exciting entertainment experiences and trailblazing retail and digital solutions, we elevate play every day. We push game designs to the next level and are pioneers in data analytics and iLottery. Built on a foundation of trusted partnerships, Scientific Games combines relentless innovation, legendary performance, and unwavering security to responsibly propel the global lottery industry ever forward.

Position Summary

Summary:
 

We are looking for a talented Senior Animator to join our creative team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for bringing characters, game objects, and UI elements to life through traditional or digital 2D animation techniques. As a Senior Animator, you will collaborate with the creative team and take the lead on various animation projects, ensuring high-quality outputs that align with the game’s artistic vision. You should be able to work independently with minimal supervision and have strong problem-solving and organizational skills. Your goal will be to deliver fluid, engaging animations that enhance the player experience.
 

Responsibilities:

• Develop and animate 2D characters, props, and backgrounds based on storyboards, concept art, and creative briefs.

• Accurately portray characters or objects' personalities, expressions, and movements through dynamic animation.

• Collaborate with the creative team to ensure consistency in animation style and adherence to project guidelines.

• Create animatics, layout poses, and in-betweens to produce smooth and fluid character animations.

• Participate in animation reviews and feedback sessions to refine and iterate on animations.

• Enhance animation quality by adding effects like rays, glows, and lighting to make the artwork more engaging.

• Liaise with cross-functional teams to ensure technical and creative alignment.

• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior animators, helping them grow their skills and contribute effectively to the team.

• Troubleshoot and resolve animation-related issues, ensuring deliverables meet high standards.

• Contribute to improving animation workflows and processes to increase efficiency.

Skills Required:

• Strong proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe After Effects, and Spine 2D.

• Deep understanding of animation principles, including timing, spacing, squash and stretch, and anticipation.

• Experience with particle simulations, visual effects, and physics dynamics.

• Optional: Familiarity with Blender 3D and digital drawing skills.

• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written).

• Strong team player with the ability to work independently.

• Ability to think creatively and solve complex animation challenges.

• Strong organizational and leadership skills.

Education Qualifications:

Minimum: BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts) or a relevant course
Experience Required: 4+ years in animation (films, TV, video games, or related industries)
Education Type: Full-time

Qualifications

Education

Bachelors degree in related field.

Years of Related Experience

Years of experience 4 to 8 years

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, use hands, operate a computer, and have specific vision abilities to include close and distance vision, and ability to adjust focus working with computer and business equipment.

Work Conditions

Scientific Games, LLC and its affiliates (collectively, “SG”) are engaged in highly regulated gaming and lottery businesses.   As a result, certain SG employees may, among other things, be required to obtain a gaming or other license(s), undergo background investigations or security checks, or meet certain standards dictated by law, regulation or contracts.   In order to ensure SG complies with its regulatory and contractual commitments, as a condition to hiring and continuing to employ its employees, SG requires all of its employees to meet those requirements that are necessary to fulfill their individual roles.  As a prerequisite to employment with SG (to the extent permitted by law), you shall be asked to consent to SG conducting a due diligence/background investigation on you.

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The employee in this position may be requested to perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities than those stated above. 
 

SG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If you’d like more information about your equal employment opportunity rights as an applicant under the law, please click here for EEOC Poster.