Game Animator | Betty CA

About this role

About Us:
Betty is an innovative entertainment company pioneering at the intersection of real-money online casinos and casual mobile gaming.

Betty Canada is a scale up company accredited by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) as a B2C operator in February 2023, we've set a new standard in the industry.

Our mission is to redefine the online casino experience by offering a uniquely transparent environment where players can relax, unwind, and enjoy themselves safely. We are committed to accessibility, fairness, and inclusivity, fostering a community of like-minded individuals who value ethical gaming practices and prioritize our players' safety and enjoyment above everything else.

Our Values:

• We are honest - we value honesty in all aspects.

• Bring the Olives - we offer premium customer experience.

• Think Big - we believe in always striving for more.

Key Responsibilities:

• Rig and animate hero objects, looping idles, one-shots, and state transitions for web and mobile (React Native) platforms.

• Own the end-to-end animation pipeline across multiple game variations, mechanics, and visual assets.

• Collaborate closely with product designers and front-end engineers to ensure animations perform smoothly on low-spec mobile devices.

• Build state-machine-driven animations where states can be entered seamlessly at any point in player progression.

• Composite layered scenes and integrate motion seamlessly into live product features.

• Participate in creative brainstorming, pitching animation concepts, and refining visual mechanics for future products.

Requirements:

• Fluent with Spine 2D, Adobe Animate, or comparable skeletal rigging tools (including mesh deformation).

• Strong core animation instincts — weight, anticipation, squash and stretch, and precise timing.

• Experience creating seamless loops and working with state machines rather than linear timelines.

• Proficiency in After Effects and experience compositing layered scenes.

• Strong collaborative mindset and interest in working closely with engineers to ensure optimal technical performance.

Nice to have:

• Experience with Rive or a desire to learn it is considered advantageous.

• Previous experience in iGaming or casual mobile gaming is a plus, but not required.

• Illustration skills or experience leveraging AI art tools (e.g., Midjourney, Stable Diffusion) in your pipeline is an asset.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary

• Premium Health insurance

• Career and skills development opportunities

• Fun and collaborative team environment

• New modern office space