Senior 2D Animator/VFX (Casual/Puzzle) at SUN.STUDIO (Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam)Senior 2D Animator/VFX (Casual/Puzzle)

Established in 2018, Sun Studio is a game developer on web platforms and mobile devices with more than 1 billion plays, a strategic partner of the world's leading web-games platforms such as: Facebook Instant Games, Game Distribution, Glance Gaming etc. The team consists of over 80+ members who are passionate about creating high-quality games that are accessible and enjoyable for everyone.

A. Resposibilities The 2D Animator will support the project by delivering animation assets and related visual content, including:

• Creating high-quality 2D animations for gameplay elements
• Producing particle effects and visual effects to enhance gameplay feedback
• Creating UI animations that contribute to a polished and dynamic player interface.
• Preparing animation assets compatible with the project’s technical requirements and pipelines.
• Ensuring animation deliverables are consistent with the established visual style and art direction of the game.
• Iterating on animation assets based on project feedback cycles.
• Supporting additional 2D asset production tasks when required, such as preparing assets for rigging, adjusting existing assets, or producing supporting illustrations.
• Using AI-assisted tools where helpful for asset preparation or adjustments.

B. Required Experience:

• Demonstrated professional experience as a 2D Animator in the games industry (portfolio or demo reel required).
• Strong expertise in Spine, including advanced understanding of production workflows and animation systems.
• Proficiency in Adobe After Effects or comparable software for visual effects and animation previews.
• Strong understanding of animation fundamentals such as timing, weight, and motion.
• Ability to work within an established visual style and animation direction.
• Experience creating 2D particles or hand-drawn FX for gameplay animation.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to deliver high-quality assets within production timelines.
• Ability to analyze and standardize workflows (e.g., animation workflow/overview) for projects
• Strong understanding of “game feel,” with a good sense of aesthetics and a proactive approach to staying updated on the latest animation trends and technologies

Nice to have:

• Experience working with Unity.
• Familiarity with HTML5-based game production pipelines.
• Proficiency in digital painting tools such as Photoshop.
• Experience working with version control systems (Git) and related tools.
• Good at English is plus

C. Compensation & Benefits Work hour

• Our office hour is 9:00 - 18:30, Monday to Friday.

Insurance and bonus regime

• Fully participate in social insurance/health insurance/unemployment insurance according to labor law regulations.
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits with private PVI health insurance.
• Fixed 13th salary bonus.
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses, recognizing your contributions and impact.
• Monthly lunch allowance.

Work & Life Balance

• Generous Paid Time Off and Sick leave.
• Weekly / monthly / yearly with various events, including Competitions, Sports challenges, Parties, Happy hours, Team building, Hackathons and offline events.
• An environment of caring personally and professionally with respect.

Comfortable workplace

• We have everything you need to work comfortably. Our office has an entertainment area and offers complimentary snacks and drinks.
• You'll be equipped with a latest Macbook and Devices to support you to do the best work.

Professional development and education

• Continuous learning opportunities through internal workshops and training.
• Collection of paper books available at the office for paper book lovers!

Social responsibility project

• We continue to implement charity projects and support employees' ideas in sponsorship competitions.

D. Recruitment Process

• Round 1: Scan screening
• Round 2: TA phone screen
• Round 3: Test assessment
• Round 4: Online Interview