Lediga jobb Fantasma Games AB (publ) i Stockholm

Job Description
This role will be working with Fantasma Games studio at EveryMatrix. The Animator is responsible for creating high-quality animations for slot games, driving innovation in animation technologies, and providing leadership within the animation team.
Our recent games*—such as Gold Pigger, Vulcan's Gold, and Shadow Summoner Egypt—have been topping the charts, and we are at the beginning of an exciting journey to become a major studio in the iGaming industry.
Fantasma Games has recently become part of EveryMatrix*.
Responsibilities:
Animation Creation and Quality Assurance
· Create benchmark animations that demonstrate technical and visual quality standards for our slot game products.
· Develop new assets while adhering to technical and artistic direction to ensure high-quality end products.
· Fix animation bugs and optimize assets for improved performance.
· Maintain or exceed a consistent level of productivity while meeting deadlines and producing high-quality work.
Technical Collaboration and Innovation
· Participate in R&D efforts for current and future animation technologies.
· Work closely with game designers, gameplay engineers, and tech artists to understand and work within engine limitations.
· Develop and maintain documentation on tools, training, and processes.
· Provide technical assistance to show supervisors before and during production.
Leadership and Mentorship
· Mentor and coach the animation team on best practices in game animation.
· Train and mentor new Animators, providing guidance and support to junior team members.
· May supervise the work of entry, mid, and mid-high level animators at the discretion of the Art Lead.
Cross-functional Collaboration
· Comprehend and execute direction from the Art Lead or Product Owner (PO).
· Collaborate effectively with other departments to ensure cohesive game development.
Continuous Improvement
· Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in game animation.
· Contribute to the ongoing improvement of animation workflows and processes.
· Apply new knowledge and techniques to enhance the quality and efficiency of animations in Fantasma Games' products.
Concept Development and Visual Direction
· Create moodboards and concepts that clearly communicate the intention and direction of the art for each game project.
· Develop and maintain a cohesive visual style across assigned game projects, ensuring consistency with our brand.
· Participate in brainstorming sessions to generate innovative ideas for new game themes and visual concepts when requested.
Art Asset Creation and Quality Assurance
· Produce appealing art assets in line with each game's specific art style and overall brand aesthetic of our company.
· Create various game elements including, but not limited to, characters, backgrounds, numbers, symbols, texts, and user interface components as required for each project.
· Ensure all created artwork complies with the technical specifications provided by EveryMatrix, including file formats, sizes, and any other relevant parameters.
· Optimize artwork for different devices and resolutions, ensuring consistent quality across platforms as specified by EveryMatrix.
Project Management and Communication
· Listen to and follow instructions from the Art Lead and Product Owner, incorporating feedback effectively into the artwork.
· Deliver high-quality artwork within given timeframes, adhering to project schedules and deadlines.
· Communicate clearly on progress, need for assistance, and any potential roadblocks that may affect the timely delivery of art assets.
Cross-functional Collaboration
· Collaborate with the game design team to ensure artwork aligns with gameplay mechanics and enhances the overall player experience.
· Assist in the creation of marketing materials and promotional assets related to the games, when required.
· Provide constructive feedback to other team members during art reviews, if applicable.
Asset Management and Organization
· Maintain an organized library of art assets for easy access and potential reuse in future projects.
Adaptability and Continuous Improvement
· Adapt to new tools and technologies as introduced by EveryMatrix for the purpose of improving art creation processes.
Professional Conduct
· Respect and adhere to all confidentiality and intellectual property agreements as outlined in the main contract.
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We’re looking for a creative and resourceful JavaScript/TypeScript Game Developer to join our team in Stockholm.
What you'll get to do:
Make amazing games, from wacky ideas all the way to finished products;
Game development using JavaScript/Typescript + Pixi.JS;
Maintenance of existing games;
Contributing to framework.



What you need to know:
3+ years of prior experience in software development;
Strong experience with JavaScript/TypeScript;
Pixi JS experience - must-have;
Understanding Spine and pixi-spine library;
Strong knowledge of OOP, SOLID principles and Clean Code principles;
Experience working in gaming;
Experience in structured software development;
Good level of written and spoken English.



Here's what we offer:
Pension Plan: Standard employer contribution of 4.2%, providing a secure foundation for your future financial well-being.
Long-Term Disability and Injury Insurance: Coverage through Euro Accident, ensuring financial support in case of unexpected events.
Comprehensive Health Insurance: Access to high-quality healthcare services, tailored to meet your needs.
Health Care Allowance: Additional financial support for personal health-related expenses. Visa mindre

About the job
Do you want to create innovative and visually stunning art that will shake up the gaming
industry? Our Stockholm Game Studio is looking for an Artist who is passionate about gaming and enjoys the challenge of working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.


Our goal at Fantasma is foremost to create a wonderful workplace where we together can laugh, thrive and spend our days deepening our passion for gaming. And in doing so we deliver awe-inspiring games to millions of people all over the world!
Do you also want to be one of us?


Senior Artist at Fantasma
As a Fantasma Senior Artist, you will be placed in the vanguard to revolutionize the Online Gambling Industry! Together with our talented team, you will get the opportunity to learn new technologies and skills, as well as our support in honing your current abilities to perfection.
You need to have an open, playful and inquisitive mind, ready for all the challenges of the evolving casino landscape. We are a small studio with tight bonds and big dreams. This means that everyone in the team is an invaluable asset whose opinions matter and help shape the future of our projects.


Who are you?
A creative and resourceful individual who wants to be more than a faceless cog in a machine. You are adaptive and face challenges and adversities with a smile. You communicate well and is and is not afraid to voice your good ideas. You make positive contributions so that ours is a workplace where everyone is happy and feel they belong. You want to work with people that like yourself take pride in and truly care about the games we are creating together.
Being an Senior Artist at Fantasma Games means having diverse and varied tasks. You will work closely with the whole team.


Requirements:
3+ years experience as a Senior Artist or experienced Artist of video slot’s development project(s) or Game Development
Very experienced in 2D art fundamentals: Anatomy, Composition, Lighting, Material Expression, Color Use
Highly skilled in Photoshop
Portfolio that shows a strong creative process of being able to translate game art requirements, from scratch, into final visual designs: information gathering, research, thumbnailing, detailing, and iterations
Ability to adapt to and help develop a variety of artistic styles
Very comfortable using English in spoken and written form
Ability to estimate your tasks and collaborate with technical and non-technical colleagues

Not a requirement but a plus:
Knowledgeable of 2D Animation with Esoteric Spine Software
Familiar with Texture Packer and handling .json-file formats
Interest in video slot games and are bursting with new game ideas
Interest in sci-fi, fantasy and other genres

Responsibilities:
Creating game art hands on by producing whatever small or big art asset our games may require
Creating promotional assets and marketing for upcoming games
Collaborate with Art Lead and artists to ensure all art and concepts are up to the standards and well suited for the game players



We are looking for you with:
5+ years of prior experience as a Senior Artist or experienced Artist of video slot’s development project(s) or Game Development
Highly skilled creating industry level game art from scratch with the portfolio to prove it
Ability to work on varied tasks, while still being able to deliver on a tight schedule
Passion for creating concepts that affects and stays with the players Visa mindre

Our goal at Fantasma is foremost to create a wonderful workplace where we together can laugh, thrive, and spend our days deepening our passion for gaming. And in doing so we deliver awe-inspiring games to millions of people all over the world!
Animator / Motion Graphics Effects Artist at Fantasma
As a Fantasma Motion Graphics Artist, you will be placed at the vanguard of I-Gaming to revolutionize the Online Gambling Industry! Together with our talented team, you will get the opportunity to learn new technologies and skills, as support in honing your abilities. We are a small studio with tight bonds and big dreams. You will work closely with the Art Lead, artists, and developers. This means that everyone on our team is an invaluable asset as we shape our future.
Who are you?
A creative and resourceful individual who wants to be more than a faceless cog in a machine. You need an open and inquisitive mind, ready for the challenges of the evolving casino landscape. You are adaptive and able to face adversity in a fast pace but rewarding environment. You communicate well and able to work in a close small team dynamic. You take pride in your work and have a desire to evolve and take on challenges and problem solve. Being an Artist at Fantasma Games means having diverse and varied tasks.
Requirements:
1+ years experience working in video slots as an Animator or a demo reel that shows Motion Graphics and effects with any media, film, television, advertising, and web content.
New or an experienced veteran it is all about your demo reel and portfolio that shows what you got. We will find you a place on our team.
Strong knowledge of art fundamentals and graphic design: Composition, Lighting, Material Expression, Color Use.
A strong creative process of being able to translate game art requirements, from scratch, into final visual designs: information gathering, research, thumbnailing, detailing, and iterations.
High proficiency in After effects and Photoshop.
Ability to adapt to and help develop a variety of artistic styles.
Very comfortable using English in spoken and written form.
Ability to estimate your tasks and collaborate with technical and non-technical colleagues.

Nice to have:
Principles of movement and animation with emphasis on effects animation.
Familiar with Texture Packer and handling json-file formats.
Artist in the development of Video Slots Game Development.
And 3D Software knowledge or Esoteric Spine Software.
You like and play slots!

Responsibilities:
Hands on creation of animations, by producing animations and assets big or small whatever our games may need!
Creating promotion videos and marketing animations for upcoming games.
Collaboratee with the Art Lead and artists to ensure animations and animation assets are up to the standards suited for the game players.
Working closely with the developer team, to set up animation and adapt requirements for an optimized game.

We are looking for someone with:
You design awesome dynamic graphics that are in motion!
You can and willing to take on challenges in a fast-paced environment.
Show us! Demo reel and portfolio required.
If you are new or a veteran in the industry lets talk!


Apply:
For any questions regarding the position, feel free to contact our Art Lead:
Ingela Hallberg, ingela@fantasmagames.com
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