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# Senior VFX Animator (Unity \/ Spine)<\/p>\n
We are hiring a Senior VFX Animator for our client a product-focused gaming company building next-generation interactive gameplay experiences inspired by modern casual and skill-based games.<\/p>\n
We're looking for a hands-on VFX expert with strong real-time production experience in Unity and Spine who can independently own the full VFX animation pipeline from concept creation to final in-engine implementation.<\/p>\n
The ideal candidate combines strong artistic sensibility with deep technical expertise, creating effects that are visually impactful, gameplay-readable, and optimized for real-time performance across mobile and desktop platforms.<\/p>\n
You will collaborate closely with game designers, UI\/UX teams, engineers, and artists across multiple projects in a fast-paced production environment.<\/p>\n
## Responsibilities<\/p>\n
### End-to-End VFX Ownership<\/p>\n
* Own the complete VFX workflow from concept to implementation
* Create:<\/p>\n
* UI interaction animations
* Gameplay and feature-related VFX
* Reward and bonus animations
* Item usage effects
* Gameplay feedback animations
* Translate gameplay requirements into clear and satisfying visual feedback
* Ensure animations improve gameplay clarity, engagement, and user experience<\/p>\n
### Real-Time Production & Technical Execution<\/p>\n
* Work extensively with Spine for:<\/p>\n
* Rigging
* Mesh deformation
* Animation state setup
* Export optimization
* Build and optimize VFX workflows in Unity:<\/p>\n
* Particle systems
* Animator & Timeline integration
* UI animation integration
* Prefab organization
* Combine Spine and Unity workflows efficiently
* Optimize assets for mobile and desktop performance
* Maintain strong performance standards while preserving visual quality<\/p>\n
### Artistic Quality & Gameplay Readability<\/p>\n
* Create animations with strong timing, impact, and rhythm
* Balance visual richness with gameplay clarity
* Maintain consistency with overall art direction
* Improve user interaction through polished feedback systems
* Iterate quickly based on reviews and feedback<\/p>\n
### Pipeline & Integration<\/p>\n
* Structure assets for clean integration and scalable workflows
* Collaborate closely with engineers on implementation and optimization
* Maintain organized file structures and naming conventions
* Anticipate technical integration issues early in production
* Help improve internal VFX pipelines and standards<\/p>\n
### Collaboration & Production Agility<\/p>\n
* Communicate effectively with design, engineering, and art teams
* Work across multiple concurrent projects
* Adapt quickly to changing priorities and fast iteration cycles
* Participate actively in reviews, testing, and feedback sessions<\/p>\n
## Requirements<\/p>\n
* 5+ years of experience in real-time VFX and animation production
* Advanced experience with Unity VFX workflows
* Expert-level Spine animation skills
* Strong understanding of real-time optimization for mobile and desktop
* Experience with:<\/p>\n
* Particle systems
* Animator \/ Timeline
* Prefabs
* Texture atlases
* Draw call optimization
* Shader\/material setup
* Strong understanding of gameplay readability and animation timing
* Experience shipping mobile or cross-platform games
* Ability to independently solve technical and artistic challenges
* Strong communication and collaboration skills
* English or Mandarin or Ukrainian proficiency<\/p>\n
## Nice to Have<\/p>\n
* Experience in casual games, gaming products, poker, or UI-heavy experiences
* LiveOps or fast-paced production environment experience
* Experience mentoring other animators
* Familiarity with distributed\/global teams
* Basic understanding of 3D workflows or real-time lighting pipelines
* Experience with version control systems such as Git<\/p>\n
## What Success Looks Like<\/p>\n
* High-quality real-time VFX that enhance gameplay and user engagement
* Smooth and optimized implementation across platforms
* Clear gameplay feedback and polished interaction design
* Fast iteration cycles without sacrificing quality
* Strong collaboration between art, design, and engineering teams<\/p>\n
## What We Offer
* Competitive compensation package
* Remote-friendly work environment
* Optional relocation support
* Home office & hardware budget
* Flexible paid time off policy
* Learning & development budget
* Referral bonus program
* Long-term product-focused environment with modern workflows<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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