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LAPITOPA is a publishing and game developing company which strives to provide high quality game products.
Game Animator
Location
Cyprus
Posted
74 days ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Game Animator
lapitopa
• Create high-quality 3D and 2D animations for characters and gameplay • Create and implement animations for UI and gameplay elements • Create and implement VFX — from R&D to final in-game integration • Animate gameplay features that feel responsive, dynamic and satisfying • Work closely with artists, UI designers, game designers and developers to bring ideas to life • Iterate on animations based on gameplay feedback and metrics • Ensure animations support game feel, clarity and player experience • Help define and maintain animation quality and consistency across the project
Job Requirements
- 3+ years of experience as a game animator (3D / 2D)
- Experience working on mobile or casual & midcore games
- Strong understanding of timing, weight and game feel
- Ability to create animations that enhance gameplay clarity and responsiveness
- Experience working closely with designers and developers
- Good eye for detail and visual polish
- Nice to have: Experience in Blender and Spine
- Nice to have: Knowledge of Unity animation systems
- Nice to have: Experience working with VFX
- Nice to have: Some experience with C#
- Nice to have: Experience with UI animations / motion design
- Nice to have: Understanding of technical constraints in game engines
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- A chance to build something great with the founding team at Lapitopa
- Remote (worldwide)
- Part-time collaboration (flexible workload)
- Small, fast-moving team with direct communication
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