UI Animator

October 15, 2026

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Barcelona

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English is required

Description

We're looking for a skilled and imaginative UI Animator to add motion, clarity, and expression to the player experience of Innovation Lab titles. The role covers animating UI elements, 2D characters, and environments, and ensuring smooth implementation in Unity. You'll collaborate with UI/UX designers, game artists, and developers to turn static mockups into polished in-game animations. Technical art experience and generative AI skills are strong pluses that extend the scope to prototyping and optimization.

Responsibilities

Animate UI elements and transitions that bring clarity, responsiveness, and delight
Translate static designs and motion comps into fully functional, in-game animations
Collaborate with UX, UI, and development teams to ensure consistency, usability, and performance
Animate 2D characters and environments to support narrative and gameplay moments
Create prototypes using tools like After Effects, Animate, or Spine
Work within Unity's 2D animation system to implement assets directly in-game
Partner with technical artists to optimize assets for performance and platform requirements
Maintain clear documentation, animation libraries, and motion guidelines
Explore and prototype using generative AI tools to support animation concepting and conceptualisation
Contribute to a performance-focused culture where polish, feedback, and iteration are key

Requirements

2+ years of experience animating UI and 2D elements in a game development setting
Strong grasp of animation principles: timing, easing, flow, and visual feedback
Solid understanding of UI animation and implementation in Unity
Artistic eye for motion, design, layout, and composition
Familiarity with After Effects, Animate, Spine, or similar for rapid prototyping
Understanding of mobile performance constraints and optimization
Experience with Unity timelines, shaders, or light scripting is a plus
Generative AI skills are a strong plus—especially in prototyping or expanding animation concepts
Professional-level English and excellent interpersonal skills
Teammate known for flexibility and problem-solving abilities
Able to take feedback constructively and work with minimal rework
Diligent, committed to meeting deadlines
Passionate about mobile games, player experience, and the power of motion
Curious and proactive—especially about emerging creative tools and technology

Conditions

Annual bonuses and incentives depending on role and location
Health and wellbeing benefits
Paid time off
Retirement plans and insurance coverage
Compensation package determined by skills, experience, qualifications, and location