With a team of over 6,000 passionate individuals, Light and Wonder is at the forefront of innovation in the gaming industry. Our three unique businesses units work seamlessly together to build cutting-edge technology, develop jaw-dropping digital gaming content, and support the success of iconic casinos, operators, and online gaming providers across the globe. We are now seeking a highly skilled and experienced Animator and 3D Generalist to join the team in creating cutting edge visuals for our land-based games.The primary role of the Senior Animator/3D Generalist is to conceptualize and develop graphic content for games working in collaboration with the team. They will provide various animation deliverables from character models, seamless looped win animations, game screen transitions, particular effects and more, while striving for high quality and maintaining illustrative cohesion and functionality for game design. Our team works in a collaborative environment where everyone's ideas are encouraged. If you're passionate about animation, we want to hear about it!Duties and Responsibilities:Develop character, prop, symbol, text and UI animations using digital 2D, 3D, and motion design techniques for land-based slot game products.In accordance with creative briefs, develop initial animation concepts and continue these through to final designs. Assist with pre-production video and documentation.Conversion and interpretation of 2D concepts into textured 3D models.Liaise with team members to produce animation work to ensure artistic integrity and quality of assets.Assist the Graphics Team Lead in providing mentorship and training in new tools and techniques to the team.Help to identify and solve animation process and implementation issues.Creation of marketing video and animations that align with existing branding and style guides.Alongside Team, evaluate creative and technical approach for assigned shots.Training and/or Experience:Previous experience working in an animation capacity, preferably within a game development studio.Extensive training/experience in the use of digital art and animation software, including After Effects, Blender, Spine, Maya, 3DS Max, or similar.Expert knowledge in all tasks related to both 2D and 3D animation, including character animation, modelling, rigging, lighting, and texturing, as well as particle systems and motion graphics development.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Strong understanding of the requirements of animation within the Gaming industry, and traditional animation principles.A critical eye for detail and ability to follow/maintain stringent guidelines.Technical and creative problem solving with a can-do mindset.Gaming industry/related experience preferred.Experience, Education and Qualification:5+ years experience working in an animation capacity, preferably within a game development studio.Extensive training/experience in the use of digital art and animation software, including After Effects, Photoshop, Blender, Spine, Maya, 3DS Max, or similar.Expert knowledge in all tasks related to both traditional and 3D animation, including character animation, modelling, rigging, lighting, and texturing, as well as particle systems and motion graphics development.Employment will also require sound traditional art skills.Education:Tertiary qualifications in an appropriate art-related field are preferred, but not essential.Working Conditions:Hybrid work environment. Onsite 3 days per week.Free onsite parking.Free onsite gym.Fun and inclusive work culture.Access to LinkedIn Learning Suite and training opportunities.EAP Program.Our Values:We uphold Integrity.We never Settle.We celebrate Perspectives.We dare to be Bold.Win as a Team.Light & Wonder and its affiliates (collectively, "L&W") are engaged in highly regulated gaming and lottery businesses. As a result, certain L&W employees may, among other things, be required to obtain a gaming or other license(s), undergo background investigations or security checks, or meet certain standards dictated by law, regulation or contracts. In order to ensure L&W complies with its regulatory and contractual commitments, as a condition to hiring and continuing to employ its employees, L&W requires all of its employees to meet those requirements that are necessary to fulfill their individual roles. As a prerequisite to employment with L&W (to the extent permitted by law), you shall be asked to consent to L&W conducting a background screening.This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The employee in this position may be requested to perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities than those stated above.Workplace Health & Safety:Actively co-operate and comply with the company's WHS Policy and Program to ensure own health and safety and the health and safety of others in the workplace.Ensure compliance with safe work practices.Ensure not to put self and others at risk.Use and maintain equipment properly and ensure that the work area is free of hazards.Report all incidents, injuries and near misses.Report any hazard or accident to the supervisor or manager as soon as it becomes apparent.Advise your manager if you do not believe you have the skills, training or equipment to safely perform your duties.(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.#LI-Hybrid
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