Animator

We're pioneers in our field and relentless in our pursuit of excellence. Aristocrat is an ideas company at heart, which means innovation is embedded into every aspect of our business. Whether we're designing sleek new cabinets, premium game content or award-winning systems, we apply fresh thinking and creativity to deliver the world's greatest gaming experience, every day. With cool new titles, such as Game of Thrones TM, Conan TM and Lightning Link along with our award-winning app Heart of Vegas, we're continually pushing the bar of creativity.

The Animator is responsible for creating and animating symbols, characters, and images used in game software, progressive links, and other gaming products. This position works closely with the designers and programmers to create unique gaming concepts and entertaining product

What You'll Do

• Highly creative, with exceptional design and layout skills.
• Contributes at all levels of the art production pipeline, from conceptualizing game designs, to final game art, proving multiple creative solutions throughout.
• Detail-oriented and maintains organized, layered files and asset storage.
• Works closely with Art Director and team to develop artistically and professionally.
• Understands the rules of animation and applies to work
• Models texture and light 2D and/or 3D objects and scenes.
• Creates original 2D and/or 3D animations and graphics.
• Knowledge in character animation is a plus.
• Develops storyboards and Animatics for Game workflow
  
  

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Art Design, Animation or related field
• Requires a minimum of 3+ years of experience in creative design in Casino Gaming Class 3
• Key Competencies: Proficient in Photoshop and After Effects, and After Effects plug-ins; Red Giant and/or Video-Copilot
• Knowledge in Autodesk Maya and related 3D Art packages, Intermediate level skillset in 3D modeling, texturing, rigging, lighting and animation a plus.
• Knowledge of storyboarding, video production and 2D/3D animation
• Able to breakdown animation assets needed per task and provide accurate estimates
• Exceptional drawing, illustration and composition ability a plus
• Must have the ability to speak, read and understand English, tolerate moderate to occasional high levels of stress, capable of multi-tasking, and meeting deadlines.

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. We offer a range of flexible working options through all.flex, our flexible hybrid work model and invite you to have a conversation with us about flexible working. 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

The US based roles may require registration with the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) and/or other gaming jurisdictions in which we operate.

Travel Expectations

Pay Range

$68,950-$128,051

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Our goal is to pay a market competitive salary focusing near the median of our pay ranges. However, final offers for all positions will be based on several factors such as experience level, education, skills, work location, and internal pay equity.