Animator

1X2 Network- a multi-award-winning iGaming supplier- is looking for an Animator to join our growing creative team.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who loves bringing static artwork to life and enjoys working at the intersection of animation, art and real-time game development.

We’ve been pioneering virtual gaming since 2002 and are now at the forefront of game development, with over 150 titles across Virtual Sports, Slots, Table Games, and Instant Win.

Our partners include industry leaders such as Bet
365, Bet Victor, and Entain (Ladbrokes, Coral, Bwin), and our network spans multiple studios including Iron Dog Studio and 1X2gaming
.

We’re a creative, collaborative, and fast-growing company where people are given real ownership, growth opportunities, and the chance to work on games enjoyed by a global audience.

As an Animator, you’ll take high-quality artwork from our art team and bring it to life through engaging, performance-optimised animations for our slot and casino games.

You’ll work closely with artists and developers to ensure animations look great and run smoothly across web and mobile platforms.

• Character animations (idle loops, reactions, win states)
• UI animations and transitions
• Implementing animations into the game engine
• Ensuring smooth, responsive gameplay experiences
• Create 2D animations using Spine or similar tools
• Prepare and implement assets into the game engine
• Work closely with artists and developers to bring game visuals to life
• Optimise animations and assets for performance and file size
• Assist with rigging and animation systems
• Troubleshoot and fix animation or asset issues
• Support and help improve workflows and pipelines

• A strong portfolio or demo reel showcasing 2D animation work
• Experience with 2D animation tools (Spine preferred)
• Understanding of rigging and skeletal animation
• Experience working with game-ready asset pipelines
• Good knowledge of Photoshop and/or After Effects
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively with both creative and technical teams

• Experience with PixiJS or web-based game engines
• Experience with shaders or physics-based animation
• Familiarity with Jira / Bitbucket workflows
• Previous experience in iGaming or real-time games
• Spine
• Adobe After Effects & Photoshop
• Texture Packer
• PixiJS

We’d love to see examples of:

• Character animation (loops, personality, motion)
• Spine or rig-based animation
• UI or VFX animation for games
• Work demonstrating performance awareness or implementation
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Exposure to global clients and products
• Social events and industry networking opportunities
• A fast-moving, creative environment where your work has real impact
• This role is onsite