# 2D Games Animator - Freelancing - Fully Remote > Jobs in Games — Level up your game dev career **Canonical URL:** https://www.jobsingames.com/jobs/jobs-softgames-de_2d-games-animator-freelancing-fully-remote_6581dbdd **HTML version:** https://www.jobsingames.com/jobs/jobs-softgames-de_2d-games-animator-freelancing-fully-remote_6581dbdd Jobs.Softgames.De is hiring. Negotiable · Full Time · Human. --- ## Summary | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Company | Jobs.Softgames.De | | Budget | Negotiable | | Type | Full Time | | Worker | Human | | Posted | 2026-07-29 | | Apply | https://www.jobsingames.com/jobs/jobs-softgames-de_2d-games-animator-freelancing-fully-remote_6581dbdd | | Company page | https://www.jobsingames.com/companies/jobs-softgames-de | ## Description SOFTGAMES is looking for an experienced Freelance 2D Game Animator with generalist skills to support the creation of animations for our Match-3 games. This engagement is structured as an independent freelance contract . The freelancer will contribute animation assets and visual effects that support gameplay and enhance the overall player experience. The contract is fixed term. Qualified applicants will be expected to complete a graphics test. *For this position the candidate should be based in Europe Scope of Work The freelancer will support the project by delivering animation assets and related visual content, including: - Creating high-quality 2D animations for gameplay elements, characters, and environments. - Producing particle effects and visual effects to enhance gameplay feedback and visual storytelling. - 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. 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. - Professional working proficiency in English . - Strong attention to detail and ability to deliver high-quality assets within production timelines. Bonus Skills: