At Aristocrat, we are committed to excellence and innovation in the gaming industry. As a Sr Lead Animator, you will play a crucial role in crafting the visual storytelling of our high-quality gaming products. In this position, you will work with a team of experienced professionals focused on producing seamless and immersive gaming experiences that engage players worldwide. This role suits someone who is ambitious, creative, and eager to contribute to the production of modern animations.

• Contribute to innovative game animation production and build promotional videos throughout the production cycle.
• Ensure consistency and maintain the quality of animations and promo video builds across project teams.
• Comprehend animation briefs and feedback quickly, conceptualizing and producing high-quality animations.
• Manage animation assignments and work together with a group responsible for developing and sustaining creations.
• Be responsive to remote direction and make requested changes in a timely manner.
• Add customer value to all aspects of the creative production pipeline, from concept through pre-production, production, and post-production.
• Play a key role in providing consistent, high-quality animations for innovative gaming products as briefed and directed by the Chief Concept Creator & Art Director/Lead.
• Conceptualize new animations in accordance with animation briefs.
• Continuously seek opportunities for improvement.

• Highly motivated and self-organized individual with a passion for crafting outstanding artwork.
• Advanced understanding of 2D and 3D animation skills along with animation principles.
• High level of proficiency in using essential art packages and plugins, such as Adobe After Effects, Maxon Red Giant Trapcode, Esoteric Spine, Autodesk 3DS Max, and Maya.
• Good English communication skills.
• Adaptive behavior and flexibility in undertaking tasks.
• Demonstrates integrity and strong organizational behavior.
• 5+ years of experience in a commercial art environment using related programs/tools.
• Proficiency in essential software – Adobe After Effects, Maxon Red Giant Trapcode, Esoteric Spine, Autodesk 3DS Max, and Maya.
• A solid understanding of art and animation principles.

Join us at Aristocrat and be part of a team that delivers happiness to millions of players around the world through the power of play!

Compensation Philosophy

We offer a comprehensive pay and benefits package designed to stay competitive in the market, support your wellbeing, and recognise your contribution to our success. Our approach is underpinned by a pay-for-performance belief in rewarding individual impact. Your specific compensation package will be determined by factors such as your skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

Depending on your role and location, you may be eligible for annual bonuses and incentives, health and wellbeing benefits, paid time off, retirement plans, insurance coverage, and other local or statutory benefits.

Specific details about compensation and benefits for this position will be discussed during the recruitment process.