We are seeking a creative and motivated Animator Intern to join our dynamic game art team. This is an opportunity to contribute to high-quality game animation while learning and working closely with experienced artists, animators, designers and technical artists.
What you will do
- Create and support high-quality 3D animations for characters, creatures, props and gameplay elements under the guidance of senior animators.
· Work across 3D animation workflows using 3ds Max, Maya, Spine and Unity.
· Create, refine and integrate animations into Unity and support animation setup, rigs and prefabs.
· Work with character and prop rigs, keyframe animation, timing, posing and animation principles.
· Support 2D/2.5D animation requirements in Spine where needed.
· Collaborate with artists, designers, technical artists and engineers to deliver animation assets for games.
· Explore AI-assisted workflows for animation ideation, reference generation, asset preparation and creative experimentation.
· Learn and follow game art pipelines, naming conventions, optimization practices and production workflows.
· Take feedback positively and iterate on animation work to meet quality and gameplay requirements.
What we require
- Strong foundation in 3D animation principles, including timing, spacing, posing, weight and anticipation.
· Hands-on expertise/familiarity with 3ds Max and Maya for 3D animation.
· Strong working knowledge of Unity for animation integration and game-engine workflows.
· Working knowledge of Spine for 2D/2.5D animation workflows.
· Good understanding of character animation, rigging and keyframe-based workflows.
· Photoshop skills for basic asset preparation and supporting animation workflows.
· Basic understanding of VFX, particles, cameras and animation-related effects in Unity.
· Familiarity with game art pipelines and mobile game development.
· Interest in animation, concept art or visual storytelling, and passion for games and interactive storytelling.
· Experience with Autodesk 3ds Max / Maya / Spine & After Effects.
· Please include your animation portfolio/reel in the application. 3D animation, Unity, Spine or AI-assisted creative work samples are encouraged.
It will be great if you also have:
· Experience experimenting with generative AI tools for image, video, animation or creative ideation.
· Exposure to AI tools or AI-assisted creative workflows, with an interest in exploring how AI can improve animation workflows.
· Ability to collaborate effectively, learn quickly and work within a game production environment.
· Strong visual communication, observation and problem-solving skills.
What We Offer:
- Mentorship from industry experts with years of experience in Engineering and Game Development
- Opportunities to contribute to live projects that impact millions of players worldwide.
- Catered breakfast, lunch and evening snacks
- Well stocked pantry
- Frequent employee events
- Casual dress every single day
- Work with cool people and impact millions of daily players!
NOTE - The opening is only for students graduating in 2027. The internship period is for 9 months and will be starting immediately.
