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From the casino floor to your mobile screen, we deliver thrilling, responsible, and unforgettable gaming experiences -powered by world-class content, strong technical and commercial capabilities and nurtured by a culture of collaboration, accountability, and ownership.\n\nWhether it’s spinning reels, placing bets, or enabling secure payments, we turn innovation into impact through disciplined execution and long-term value creation. With a team of over 6,000 employees across 30+ countries and products delivered in more than 100 jurisdictions worldwide, we operate at scale while staying closely connected to costumers we serve. If you’re ready to bring your talent to a team shaping the future of entertainment, your next big move starts here - www.igt.com.\nOverview\nStep into a lead role within IGT’s Vibe Game Studio in Reno, Nevada, as an Animator IV, where your creativity, technical expertise, and artistic vision will help shape both our next generation of games and the culture of innovation within the studio. In this senior-level role, you will lead animation efforts from concept to final implementation, establishing the visual tone and quality standards for groundbreaking gaming experiences while mentoring and elevating fellow animators.\nWorking closely with Game Designers, Engineers, Technical Artists, and Art peers, you will drive a collaborative and holistic approach to game development that pushes the boundaries of casino gaming entertainment. Your contributions will directly support IGT’s mission to pioneer the future of gaming by creating animations that captivate players, enhance gameplay, and deliver memorable experiences.\nKey Responsibilities:\nCreate and lead the development of complex animations and dynamic visual effects for EGM (Electronic Gaming Machine) development, including both real-time and pre-rendered content.\nDrive and collaborate on the creative vision for animation across multiple game development projects, establishing high standards for quality, style, and player engagement.\nDevelop storyboards, animatics, and gameplay sequences that maximize excitement and enhance the overall player experience.\nPartner with cross-functional teams to define animation strategies, artistic direction, and final animation assets that align with gameplay and narrative goals.\nSpearhead the creation of specialized animation techniques supporting advanced game mechanics such as progressive bonuses, jackpots, immersive bonus rounds, and attract sequences.\nMentor and coach junior animators, helping them refine their artistic skills and technical expertise while fostering a culture of growth and collaboration.\nReview and provide feedback on animation assets from peers and junior team members to ensure successful integration into the game engine and adherence to visual and performance standards.\nPlay and evaluate games in studio test environments, Unity builds, and standalone game versions, providing constructive feedback to elevate animation quality and player impact.\nInnovate new animation workflows, tools, and techniques, incorporating advanced visual effects such as particle systems and motion graphics to enhance gameplay experiences.\nEnsure all animations maintain the intended tone, atmosphere, and visual integrity of the game experience, making adjustments and providing direction as needed.\nCollaborate closely with Game Designers, Technical Artists, and Art peers to conceptualize animation sequences that strengthen storytelling, gameplay clarity, and player interaction.\nWork Location\nThis role is based onsite at our Reno office. While it isn’t remote-eligible, we welcome applicants who already live in Reno/surrounding areas or are excited about the opportunity to relocate.\nQualifications\nBachelor’s degree in Animation, Art, Game Design, or a related field - or equivalent professional experience.\n8+ years of professional animation experience, including at least 5 years focused on game development.\nProven success leading animation projects or mentoring teams within the gaming industry, particularly in EGMs or other real-time interactive experiences.\nStrong demo reel showcasing visual storytelling, choreography, timing, and mastery of animation principles across effects, symbols, environments, and gameplay sequences.\nExpert-level proficiency in 2D and 3D animation tools such as After Effects, Spine, Maya, and Blender.\nExperience creating and implementing real-time animations in Unity.\nStrong understanding of EGM-specific animation elements including reel spins, transitions, base and bonus features, math screens, attract sequences, and jackpot effects.\nFamiliarity with slot game or casino gaming animation pipelines, including integration into proprietary game engines and development platforms.\nExceptional attention to detail in animation principles, movement, composition, and timing within fast-paced production environments.\nAnimation test required as part of the interview process.\nKeys to Success\nBuilding collaborative relationships\nDecision making\nDrive results\nFoster innovation\nPersonal energy\nSelf-leadership\nAt IGT, we believe compensation should be as individual as you are, reflecting your skills, experience, background, and location. 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