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We're Hiring: Animator1X2 Network , the multi-award-winning iGaming supplier, is looking for an Animator. Reporting directly to the Technical Artist, this is an opportunity to join a highly creative, rapidly expanding independent software company.Job Role: Game AnimatorLocation: HyderabadExperience : 5+YearsAbout 1X2 Network1X2 has pioneered Virtual Gaming products since 2002 and are now at the forefront of game development with over 150 titles, including Virtual Sports, Table Games, Slots, Instant Win and shortly Multiplayer games in the iGaming industry. The company boasts a wide range of household name clients (over 250 to be precise) including Bet365, BetVictor and Entain (Ladbrokes, Coral, Bwin etc). Several brands construct the 1X2 Network, each business targeting specific market niches. Our two main brands include Iron Dog Studio, and 1X2gaming, with a wealth of additional partners available on the Network.Working at 1X2 NetworkWe work energetically to distribute our successful portfolio of online and mobile iGaming concepts. Our dedication is rewarded with clear career progression and a stimulating work environment, as well as variety of social activities and company get-togethers. We pride ourselves in offering our employee’s a workplace that initiates personal growth with support from a team of confident, experienced and supportive work colleagues.Travel is occasionally required by 1X2 Network employees when we collaborate with colleagues and network with other leading iGaming companies at industry events and festivals. We are proud of our international team and large global partnerships with leading clients.The PositionWe are seeking a talented Animator to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the artistic vision of game production set out by the Product team and use the artwork provided by the Lead Artist and use 2D animation to bring artwork to life.Role and responsibilitiesLiaising with front end development team members and design teamsResearching and developing technical tools for a projectSetting up workflows of art productionSupporting artists and programmersAssisting in asset performance and validationDeveloping and maintaining resources and pipelines along with programmersPorting finished art to the game engineEnsuring final art runs to full visual resolutionWorking within the limits of the game engine, curating file sizesEnforcing standards as outlined by heads of departmentsPreparing and designing character systems such as skeletons, cloths, effect emittersOptimising environments and establishing physics barriersMonitoring the performance of the gameResolving minor changes and technical issues with regards to animation, resizing and any other unforeseen changes to existing artwork and animation.Required Experience :High attention to detailA strong portfolio or demo reelSolid understanding of art and animation pipelinesRendering and post-effects experienceUnderstanding of rigging and animationExperience in physics simulationsShader development experienceCreative mindset and ability to overcome technical challengesExcellent communication and interpersonal skills in dealing with differences between creative and technical teamsExperience of animation and special effects softwareSpineAdobe After Effects, PhotoshopMaya, 3DSmax, Blender or other related 3D modelling/animating toolsTexture PackerShoeBox or related font creation softwarePixiJSEven better if you have...Experience in the iGaming industryAngularJSONJira/BitbucketJavascript/TypescriptHTML5CSSLet me know if you are interested...#GameArtist #SlotGameDeveloper #2DAnimator #Animation