Company Description

About Playtech

Founded in 1999, the company has a premium listing on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange and is focused on regulated and regulating markets across its B2B business. By leveraging its proprietary technology, Playtech delivers innovative products and services to ensure a safe, engaging and entertaining gaming experience. 

As the gaming industry's leading technology company, it combines business intelligence-driven software, services, content, and platform technology to drive excellence and innovation across the sector. Read more about who we are and what we do here: www.playtechpeople.com and www.playtech.com

Here at Playtech, we genuinely believe that people are our biggest asset. Diverse thoughts, experiences, and individual characteristics enrich our work environment and lead to better business decisions. Embracing differences and maintaining transparency in our processes is the core of Playtech's overall commitment to responsible business practices.

Job Description

Ready to level up your career?

Playtech’s Ash Studio is looking for a proactive Animator with strong 2D animation skills and a creative mindset to bring engaging game experiences to life.

Your influential mission. You will...

• Create high-quality 2D animations for slot and casino games.
• Produce animated game previews, promo videos, teasers, and in-game assets.
• Work closely with Game Producers to understand and follow the product vision.
• Prepare and optimize graphical assets for animation and game integration.
• Collaborate with developers, artists, and designers to ensure smooth implementation.
• Present animation concepts and iterations for feedback and approval.
• Suggest creative and technical solutions to improve visual quality and performance.
• Adjust and refine animations based on feedback, technical constraints, or feature updates.

Qualifications

Components for success. You...

• Have 2+ years of experience as a 2D animator, ideally using Spine.
• Are confident working with Spine and Adobe After Effects (including plugins).
• Have a solid understanding of animation principles and visual storytelling.
• Are comfortable working with modern tools, including AI-assisted asset creation.
• Communicate clearly and collaborate well with cross-functional teams.
• Can manage multiple tasks and deliver within tight timelines.
• Bring creativity, attention to detail, and a problem-solving mindset.

You'll get extra points for...

• Experience in the gaming industry.
• Strong 2D drawing or artistic background.
• Understanding of game development pipelines, UI integration, and engines.
• Experience with scripting, asset optimization, or additional animation tools.

Additional Information

Thrive in a culture that values...

• Initiative and a proactive approach.
• Collaboration, openness, and constructive feedback.
• Creativity and continuous improvement.
• A supportive, friendly environment with strong professionals.
• Opportunities for learning and long-term career growth

HOW TO APPLY?

In addition to your CV, please attach your portfolio or provide a link to it.

ASH STUDIO

At Playtech Ash Studio, we’re behind some of the industry’s most distinctive and engaging casino content. The team brings together designers, animators, and developers who collaborate closely to create high-quality gaming experiences. We’re constantly exploring new technologies and creative approaches to push our games further. At the same time, we keep a strong focus on teamwork, open communication, and a positive working environment where people feel supported and valued.

Playtech is an equal opportunities employer. Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams. We celebrate differences and encourage everyone to join us and be themselves at work.