Senior 2D Animator Level 1 at Games Global – South Africa

Overview 🗣️ We’re looking for a Game 2D Animator to produce high-quality 2D animations, VFX, and motion graphics that bring our characters, worlds, and gameplay features to life. This role focuses on creating feature animations, character rigs, and gameplay-driven animation sequences using Spine. You’ll work closely with designers, developers, and artists of Stormcraft Studios to create engaging gameplay moments while contributing to the studio’s animation quality and visual direction. We’re looking for a creative, technically strong animator who enjoys collaboration, problem-solving, and pushing animation quality in games. You should be comfortable working in a fast-moving industry and passionate about bringing gameplay to life through motion. Experience with slot games, mobile games, or interactive animation pipelines is highly advantageous. Responsibilities ⚔️ What you will be doing? Create high-quality 2D game animations for characters, symbols, UI elements, and feature sequences using Spine and After Effects.Rig and animate characters and game assets in Spine, creating expressive motion and polished gameplay moments.Develop animatics and motion prototypes to define timing, pacing, and player feedback during gameplay and bonus features.Design animations that enhance player engagement, win feedback, and feature excitement across gameplay events.Collaborate closely with game designers, artists, developers, and sound designers to ensure animations integrate smoothly into the game experience.Deliver optimized animation assets ready for integration into the game engine while maintaining strong visual quality.Maintain visual consistency and brand integrity across all animated elements of the game.Contribute to improving animation workflows, pipelines, and best practices within the studio.Stay up to date with animation trends, tools, and competitor games to help keep Stormcraft’s games visually engaging and competitive. Qualifications 🔎 Who are we looking f