Ixilix
Senior 2D Animator
Ixilix is a technology‑driven company that builds high‑quality solutions and long‑term partnerships. Our team is growing, and we are looking for a Senior 2D Animator.
Responsibilities
- Create high-quality 2D animations for game characters, effects, and UI/game elements using Spine 2D and Adobe After Effects.
- Animate and upgrade existing assets — improving timing, transitions, and visual quality.
- Develop animations from scratch based on concept art and design briefs.
- Optimize animations and assets for performance and smooth integration into the game client.
- Prepare exports (JSON, atlas, sprite sheets) and cooperate with developers during integration.
- Maintain and update internal documentation related to animation workflow, naming conventions, and export processes.
- Participate in animation and art reviews, ensuring stylistic and technical consistency.
- Mentor junior animators and provide feedback to improve overall animation quality.
Required Skills
- 3+ years of professional experience creating 2D animations for games.
- Strong expertise with Spine 2D (rigging, constraints, skins, events, export).
- Proficient in Adobe After Effects for creating visual effects and motion graphics.
- Confident use of Adobe Photoshop (sprite preparation, cleanup, compositing).
- Ability to create animations for various elements: characters, objects, UI, and effects.
- Understanding of animation principles (timing, squash & stretch, anticipation, easing).
- Experience preparing optimized assets for real‑time engines (draw calls, atlas sizes, compression).
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
Preferred Skills
- Experience in slot games, casual games, or crash games.
- Familiarity with Unity and Spine runtime integration.
- Experience with Adobe Illustrator or vector animation tools.
- Understanding of performance optimization in mobile and HTML5 environments.
- Creative mindset and attention to visual storytelling.
Competencies
- Creativity & Aesthetic Sense – ability to translate ideas into visually compelling animation.
- Technical Precision – ensuring smooth exports, rig efficiency, and runtime performance.
- Collaboration – communicates clearly, works effectively in cross‑functional teams.
- Initiative & Learning Orientation – proactive in finding new techniques and improving workflows.
- Accountability – delivers tasks on time, maintains high quality standards.
- Mentorship – shares knowledge and supports less experienced team members.
What we offer
Rewards & Celebrations
- Quarterly Bonus System
- Team Buildings Compensations
- Memorable Days Financial Benefit
Learning & Development
- Annual fixed budget for personal learning
- English Language Courses Compensation
Time Off & Leave
- Paid Annual Leave (Vacation) - 24 working days
- Sick leave - unlimited number of days, fully covered
Wellbeing Support
- Mental Health Support (Therapy Compensation)
- Holiday Helper Service
Workplace Tools & Assistance
- Laptop provided by Company (after probation)
Work conditions
- Remote work from EU
- Flexible 8‑hour workday, typically between 9:00 - 18:00 CET
- Five working days, Monday to Friday
- Public holidays observed according to Ukrainian legislation
- Business trips to Bratislava every 3‑6 months (company provides compensation of expenses)
At Ixilix, we value transparency, trust, and ownership. We believe that great results come from people who care - about their work, their team, and the impact they create.
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