A5 Labs
Senior Motion Designer - Bilingual (Remote)
A5 Labs, San Jose, California, United States, 95199
Motion Designer (Unity3D) – A5 Labs
Department: Design / Art Reports to: Design Manager / Art Lead Location: Remote / Relocate to Japan Languages: English (nice to have: Mandarin/Ukrainian/Russian)
Position Summary We’re looking for a Motion Designer with Unity 3D experience to create dynamic, emotionally engaging animations and visual effects across our portfolio of gambling and casual games. This role focuses on in‑engine animation—bringing characters, UI, VFX, and gameplay moments to life using Unity’s animation tools. The ideal candidate has a strong sense of timing, understands game design principles, and can seamlessly integrate animation into real‑time environments.
Key Responsibilities
In-Engine Animation & Motion Design
Animate UI transitions, feedback states, and in‑game effects (e.g., win sequences, bonuses, reveals)
Create motion graphics and scene‑based animations using Unity’s Timeline, Animator, and VFX Graph
Design and implement real‑time animations for characters, objects, and game events
Bring visual life to static assets by combining motion, particles, and audio triggers
Work with shader‑based animations or Sprite animations when appropriate
Technical Integration
Assemble and test motion assets in Unity, ensuring correct timing, responsiveness, and performance
Optimize animations and effects for mobile and desktop platforms
Collaboration & Feedback
Work closely with UI/UX, 2D/3D artists, and game designers to align motion with gameplay and aesthetic goals
Iterate based on playtest feedback, developer constraints, and product performance
Present animation concepts through quick prototypes or visual storyboards
Qualifications and Skills
Required:
3+ years of experience in motion design or animation, with at least 1 year focused on Unity 3D
Strong proficiency with Unity’s Timeline, Animator Controller, and Particle/VFX tools
Solid understanding of animation principles, timing, easing, and transitions
Experience with animated UI, game effects, and cinematic or event‑driven animations
Portfolio or showreel demonstrating Unity‑based animations and interactive motion work
Preferred:
Experience in mobile or iGaming animation (slots, cards, fantasy games)
Familiarity with Spine, After Effects, or Adobe Animate for asset prep or concept work
Basic understanding of shader animation and Unity’s URP/HDRP pipelines
Knowledge of performance optimization for 2D/3D animation in real‑time environments
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Department: Design / Art Reports to: Design Manager / Art Lead Location: Remote / Relocate to Japan Languages: English (nice to have: Mandarin/Ukrainian/Russian)
Position Summary We’re looking for a Motion Designer with Unity 3D experience to create dynamic, emotionally engaging animations and visual effects across our portfolio of gambling and casual games. This role focuses on in‑engine animation—bringing characters, UI, VFX, and gameplay moments to life using Unity’s animation tools. The ideal candidate has a strong sense of timing, understands game design principles, and can seamlessly integrate animation into real‑time environments.
Key Responsibilities
In-Engine Animation & Motion Design
Animate UI transitions, feedback states, and in‑game effects (e.g., win sequences, bonuses, reveals)
Create motion graphics and scene‑based animations using Unity’s Timeline, Animator, and VFX Graph
Design and implement real‑time animations for characters, objects, and game events
Bring visual life to static assets by combining motion, particles, and audio triggers
Work with shader‑based animations or Sprite animations when appropriate
Technical Integration
Assemble and test motion assets in Unity, ensuring correct timing, responsiveness, and performance
Optimize animations and effects for mobile and desktop platforms
Collaboration & Feedback
Work closely with UI/UX, 2D/3D artists, and game designers to align motion with gameplay and aesthetic goals
Iterate based on playtest feedback, developer constraints, and product performance
Present animation concepts through quick prototypes or visual storyboards
Qualifications and Skills
Required:
3+ years of experience in motion design or animation, with at least 1 year focused on Unity 3D
Strong proficiency with Unity’s Timeline, Animator Controller, and Particle/VFX tools
Solid understanding of animation principles, timing, easing, and transitions
Experience with animated UI, game effects, and cinematic or event‑driven animations
Portfolio or showreel demonstrating Unity‑based animations and interactive motion work
Preferred:
Experience in mobile or iGaming animation (slots, cards, fantasy games)
Familiarity with Spine, After Effects, or Adobe Animate for asset prep or concept work
Basic understanding of shader animation and Unity’s URP/HDRP pipelines
Knowledge of performance optimization for 2D/3D animation in real‑time environments
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