Spine animator intern

About the Role

As a Spine Animator Intern at Underpin Technology, you will support the creation of 2D character animations for gaming and interactive experiences using Spine or comparable animation tools. This is a remote position.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with designers and developers to rig characters and animate movements.
• Refine transitions for smooth and visually appealing gameplay.
• Assist in preparing assets for integration into game engines.
• Test animations in context.
• Iterate based on feedback from creative and technical teams.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• 2D animation skills, including understanding of timing, posing, and character movement.
• Familiarity with Spine or similar 2D animation tools (e.g., DragonBones, Spriter, Adobe Animate) and basic rigging techniques.
• Experience working with digital art or game assets (layers, sprites, export settings).
• Basic understanding of game development workflows.
• Ability to follow creative direction, accept constructive feedback, and iterate quickly.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage tasks independently in a remote environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Openness to cross-functional teamwork.
• A portfolio or demo reel showcasing 2D animations or game-related work is highly beneficial.

Enrollment in or completion of studies in Animation, Game Design, Digital Media, or a related field is preferred but not required.