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Senior 2D Animator

Playson

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Role details

The practical picture
Employment
Full-time
Role signal brief

The role, at a glance

Extracted from the source posting · 85% confidence

Playson is hiring a Senior 2D Animator to create high-quality animations, VFX, and character animations for casino games. The role involves collaborating with illustrators and programmers to optimize assets and pitch new visual styles. Candidates need 3+ years of professional animation experience, specifically with Spine and Adobe tools, and an understanding of the gambling industry.

Remote scope
No explicit geographic restrictions stated for remote work, though the location is specified as the European Union and benefits mention Ukrainian bank holidays.

What you need

  • 3+ years of professional animation experience in Casino Games or similar fields
  • Solid experience with Esoteric Spine, Adobe After Effects + plugins, and Adobe Photoshop
  • Strong animation and VFX skills
  • Ability to animate characters, environments, and effects in various styles
  • Understanding of the gambling and slots-gaming industry

What you will own

  • Create high-quality animations that meet game standards
  • Pitch ideas for the visual style of features and games
  • Collaborate with illustrators and product owners to animate characters, environments, and effects
  • Export and optimise animations for game use
  • Work with programmers to ensure top-quality animations within technical constraints
  • Brainstorm new game ideas with the team
Core skills
2D AnimationEsoteric SpineAdobe After EffectsAdobe PhotoshopVFXCasino Game DevelopmentAnimation Optimization

Remote policyThe company offers a remote work option for this role, alongside flexible schedules and unlimited paid vacation/sick leave.

Internal freshness window ends Oct 22, 2026
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  • must_have “3+ years of professional animation experience in Casino Games or similar fields”
  • must_have “Solid experience with Esoteric Spine, Adobe After Effects + plugins, and Adobe Photoshop”
  • must_have “Understanding of the gambling and slots-gaming industry”
  • remote_policy “Remote Work Option: Choose to work remotely, providing greater flexibility and comfort”
  • location “Unlimited paid vacation leave, including Ukrainian bank holidays”
2d animationesoteric spineadobe after effectsadobe photoshop
Role brief

About the Role

The 2D Animator role at Playson is all about exciting projects and new game mechanics. We're constantly exploring new technologies and optimising our processes. Your ideas will thrive in a dynamic environment where top industry games are created. Enjoy access to the latest tools, plugins, and training!

  

Key Responsibilities

  • Create high-quality animations that meet game standards

  • Pitch ideas for the visual style of features and games

  • Collaborate with illustrators and product owners to animate characters, environments, and effects

  • Export and optimise animations for game use

  • Work with programmers to ensure top-quality animations within technical constraints

  • Brainstorm new game ideas with the team

 

Requirements

  • 3+ years of professional animation experience in Casino Games or similar fields

  • Solid experience with Esoteric Spine, Adobe After Effects + plugins, and Adobe Photoshop

  • Strong animation and VFX skills

  • Ability to animate characters, environments, and effects in various styles

  • Understanding of the gambling and slots-gaming industry

  • Familiarity with any 3D animation software would be a plus

 

What we Offer

  • Quarterly Bonuses: Benefit from a transparent and systematic quarterly bonus system

  • Flexible Schedule: We offer a flexible work schedule to accommodate your needs

  • Remote Work Option: Choose to work remotely, providing greater flexibility and comfort

  • Unlimited Paid Vacation: Enjoy unlimited paid vacation leave, including Ukrainian bank holidays

  • Unlimited Paid Sick Leave: Take unlimited paid sick leave whenever necessary

  • Professional Development: Get reimbursement for professional development courses and training

 

Recruitment Process

  • Portfolio review. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered for further steps

  • HR Interview

  • Take home task

  • Final interview

 

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