[update: link fix] Animator & VFX Artist (Unity) Cheer Games Barcelona (relocation with visa sponsorship available) Responsibilities: – Create and implement 2D and simple 3D animations in Unity for gameplay and UI – Build real-time VFX using Unity Particle System for gameplay features and feedback – Collaborate with developers to improve dynamic animations for core gameplay interactions – Create UI transitions and feedback animations to enhance clarity and flow – Iterate on animations and effects based on gameplay and product feedback – Optimize animations and VFX for mobile performance and stability – Find practical solutions to visual and technical challenges Requirements: – Professional experience with Unity animation systems or Spine for 2D animation – Professional experience with Unity Particle System for real-time VFX – Strong understanding of animation principles for interactive systems – Ability to create both 2D and basic 3D object animations in Unity – Experience preparing and structuring assets for animation and VFX workflows – Good understanding of mobile performance constraints – Team-oriented, proactive, and comfortable owning features We offer: – Barcelona-based in-house studio with visa sponsorship available – Ability to start remotely while the visa process is ongoing – English-speaking work environment – Small team of 12 people with strong ownership and direct product impact Nice to have: – Basic knowledge of Shader Graph or simple shaders – Experience with casual or puzzle mobile games About the company: Cheer Games is a Barcelona-based mobile game studio building casual puzzle games with fresh gameplay. The team focuses on clear, satisfying player experiences and high-quality execution. About company: https://www.forbes.com/sites/mattgardner1/2026/03/05/cheer-games-raises-45-million-for-next-gen-mobile-puzzles/ Company page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cheergames/ Contact: @berkaay