2D Animator

Senior 2D Animator (Unity) | Character & Asset Animation | Onsite/Hybrid/Remote (B2B)

We’re seeking a Senior 2D Animator to take ownership of character and asset animation for mobile and casual games. This role focuses on building polished, expressive animations that enhance gameplay and define visual style. You'll work closely with a multidisciplinary team to establish animation pipelines and maintain high-quality standards.
As a senior team member, you’ll be responsible for driving animation style and process across projects—from concept to final in-game implementation.

What You’ll Do:

• Animate characters, assets, and environments directly in Unity using Animator and Timeline
• Develop and maintain animation pipelines and visual documentation
• Mentor junior artists and uphold animation quality across projects
• Collaborate with game designers and developers to align animations with gameplay needs and player feedback
• Create storyboards and animatics for key features and scenes
• Ensure animations are optimized for performance and consistency

What We’re Looking For:

• 5+ years of professional experience in 2D animation, ideally in mobile or casual games
• Expert-level Unity animation skills (Animator, Timeline), plus knowledge of tools like Spine, Adobe Animate, or Toon Boom
• Strong experience with rigging, meshes, and bones
• Ability to take creative ownership and guide visual quality across projects
• A portfolio showcasing expressive character animation and in-game implementation

Bonus Points:

• Experience in UI layout design and Unity UI animation
• Background in traditional animation or character performance

Work Setup:
This role can be onsite in Berlin, hybrid, or fully remote (B2B contract within Europe). Part-time or freelance setups can be considered for the right candidate.