Animator

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Join the Fun at Arrow International!

Arrow International is the world's #1 maker of charitable gaming products, from pull tabs and bingo paper to cutting-edge electronic gaming systems. Our products power entertainment in social and gaming venues around the globe-and we're growing fast!

We're building a winning culture that's all about teamwork, passion, and innovation. At Arrow, you're not just another employee-you're part of a high-performing team that's redefining fun and giving back to communities. We believe in rewarding your hard work with profit-sharing, 401(k) matching, great benefits, and paid time off-including a bonus week every July!

If you're looking for a career that's exciting, meaningful, and full of opportunity-Arrow is the place to be.

We are seeking talented and passionate individuals to join our Visual Development Team as an Animator and within our Gaming Studio. We are looking for an Animator with a strong work ethic to elevate our slot game visuals to the next level. The Animator will be responsible for motion graphics and animations within our games, combining artistic ability with technical resourcefulness to create the most compelling slot games in the industry. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of animation principles, timing, and weight, as well as experience optimizing animations for real-time game engines and 2D rigging inside of Spine

Location : This position is in Las Vegas, Nevada, and requires on-site work.

Responsibilities :

Design, animate, and polish dynamic visuals and motion graphics for slot games

Collaborate closely with artists, designers, producers, and engineers to ensure animations integrate smoothly across the game pipeline.

Contribute fresh ideas and creative problem-solving to both artistic and gameplay design challenges.

Develop quick concept mockups and motion tests to communicate ideas visually.

Create fun, expressive character and UI animations using Adobe After Effects.

Support art production using Photoshop for asset prep and texture work.

Assist with particle systems, effects, and animation implementation with Unity.

Requirements

Degree in Art, Animation, or related field - or equivalent slot-gaming experience.

Strong understanding of animation principles, timing, and visual storytelling.

High level of proficiency in After Effects and Photoshop.

A sharp eye for composition, rhythm, and visual appeal.

Additional experience :

Bonus points for experience with :

Spine, Blender, or Maya

Particle effects and shader animation workflows

Optimization for real-time rendering

Unity3D

Experience with the Unity3D game engine and particle systems is a plus.

Understanding of casino or gambling-related gaming industries.

We offer a dynamic and creative environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to work on exciting projects in the gaming industry. If you are passionate about animation, visual FX and gaming, we would love to hear from you!

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORKING CONDITIONS :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions :

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

The noise level in the work environment is low and takes place in a studio.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At Arrow International, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We believe that embracing our differences makes us stronger, more innovative, and better positioned to serve our communities. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and strive to create an environment where everyone feels welcome, supported, and empowered to succeed.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Arrow International is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals in all job titles without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, results of genetic testing,

veteran status, or physical or mental disability-except where such disability prevents performance of essential job functions and cannot be reasonably accommodated in accordance with applicable laws.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

Arrow International is committed to complying with the spirit and requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, participate in the interview process, undergo any pre-employment testing, or otherwise take part in the employee selection process, please contact us at hr@arrowinternational.com.