Sr Lead Animator

Aristocrat is looking for a Sr Lead Animator to join our dynamic and innovative team. As a world leader in gaming content and technology, we take pride in our mission to bring happiness to life through the power of play. This role plays a crucial part in our organization, providing you the chance to compose outstanding animations that improve gaming experiences for millions of users globally. This is an exciting and unique opportunity for a skilled animator to contribute to world-class gaming products and operate within a collaborative and inclusive environment.

What You'll Do

• Contribute to the production of innovative game animations and promotional videos throughout the entire production cycle.

• Ensure consistency and maintain the quality of animations and promo video developments across project teams.

• Comprehend animation briefs and feedback, quickly conceptualizing and producing high-quality animations.

• Serve as a seeding member of the animation team in India, later joining a small, dedicated team responsible for building and maintaining creations.

• Respond to remote direction and make timely changes as requested, communicating complex animation-related issues succinctly to team members locally and remotely.

• Contribute to all aspects of the creative production pipeline, from concept through pre-production, production, and post-production.

• Provide consistent high-quality animations for innovative gaming products as briefed by the Chief Concept Creator & Art Director.

• Fully understand game rules, mechanics, and key features to build an animation list and plan the choreography of key game functionalities.

• Perform in-depth reviews of games regularly, ensuring all animations supplied meet quality standards and raising observations for resolution.

• Coordinate with various functions to plan games, resolve issues, and ensure smooth operations.

• Participate in the development of astonishing products and contribute to co-workers' skill development.

What We're Looking For

• Highly motivated and self-organized individual with a passion for crafting outstanding artwork.

• Advanced understanding of 2D and 3D animation skills, along with animation principles.

• Excellent skills in major art software and add-ons like Adobe Aftereffects, Maxon Red Giant Trapcode, Esoteric Spine, Autodesk 3DS Max, and Maya.

• Excellent English communication skills.

• Adaptive behavior and flexibility in undertaking tasks.

• Demonstrates integrity and strong organizational behavior.

• Minimum of 7 years' experience in a commercial art setting with applicable skills.

• Proficiency in the utilization of essential software such as Adobe Aftereffects, Maxon Red Giant Trapcode, Esoteric Spine, Autodesk 3DS Max, and Maya.

• Good understanding of art and animation principles.

Why Aristocrat?

Aristocrat is a world leader in gaming content and technology, and a top-tier publisher of free-to-play mobile games. We deliver great performance for our B2B customers and bring joy to the lives of the millions of people who love to play our casino and mobile games. And while we focus on fun, we never forget our responsibilities. We strive to lead the way in responsible gameplay, and to lift the bar in company governance, employee wellbeing and sustainability. We’re a diverse business united by shared values and an inspiring mission to bring joy to life through the power of play.

We aim to create an environment where individual differences are valued, and all employees have the opportunity to realize their potential. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, cultural background, disability status or LGBTQ+ identity. EEO M/F/D/V

• World Leader in Gaming Entertainment

• Robust benefits package

• Global career opportunities

Our Values

• All about the Player

• Talent Unleashed

• Collective Brilliance

• Good Business Good Citizen

Travel Expectations

None

Additional Information

At this time, we are unable to sponsor work visas for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the job posting location for this position on a full-time basis without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.