King is hiring 3D Animator

King, the creators of Candy Crush, has partnered with Mojang Studios to develop Minecraft Blast—a fresh, block-tapping puzzle adventure that brings the iconic Overworld to mobile screens in a whole new way. We are looking for a 3D Animator who can breathe life into this “delightfully blocky” world.

In this 3D Animator role, you won’t just be moving blocks; you’ll be defining how a Creeper dances when it wins, how a booster explodes with satisfying “crunch,” and how companions interact with players on a small screen. You will balance the signature “snappy” DNA of Minecraft with the fluid, bouncy, and “juice-filled” animation style that makes King games world-famous.

Job Overview : 3D Animator

Compensation & Logistics

We offer competitive, market-leading packages tailored to our primary hub locations. Salaries are reviewed annually to ensure they reflect your impact and the evolving industry landscape.

Note: Final offers are based on experience, portfolio strength, and local market parity. High-seniority candidates may exceed these ranges.

Your Mission

As an Animator for Minecraft Blast, your work is the bridge between static voxels and an emotional player experience. You will be responsible for:

• Character Soul: Creating expressive animations for iconic Mobs (Zombies, Chickens, Skeletons) and new Companion characters.

• Tactile Feedback: Animating gameplay “boosters,” power-ups, and board pieces to ensure every tap feels rewarding.

• Mobile First Design: Ensuring every movement is readable on a 5-inch screen. This requires a mastery of silhouette and clear, exaggerated posing.

• The “King” Polish: Infusing Minecraft’s rigid aesthetic with casual game principles like Squash and Stretch, Anticipation, and Follow-through.

• Emotional Beats: Crafting the “pomp and circumstance” for win/loss states, streaks, and special UI transitions.

What You’ll Bring

We are looking for a specialist who understands that in mobile gaming.

Required Technical Skills

• Animation Fundamentals: A rock-solid grasp of timing, weight, and spacing.

• Software Mastery: Professional-level experience with Unity (real-time implementation) and Blender or Maya.

• Stylized Expertise: A portfolio showing you can animate non-photorealistic, stylized characters with personality.

• Optimization: Knowledge of how to keep rig complexity and keyframe counts low for high performance on older mobile devices.

Preferred Qualities

• Minecraft Enthusiast: You know the difference between a “Minecraft” jump and a generic one. You respect the grid but know when to break it for the sake of “juice.”

• Casual Game Background: Experience in the “Match-3” or “Blast” genre is a massive plus.

• Collaborative Mindset: You enjoy working with VFX artists to time explosions and Riggers to ensure your characters can move exactly how you envision.

Life at the Kingdom (Benefits & Perks)

Since being acquired by Microsoft, Kingsters enjoy the best of both worlds: a fast-paced, creative studio culture backed by the stability and benefits of a global tech giant.

• Team-First Hybrid Working: We trust you to work where you’re most productive. Most teams sync for “anchor days” in our world-class offices, which feature gaming zones, free snacks, and collaborative lounges.

• Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive private medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family. We also offer gym allowances and access to mental health support apps like Calm and Lyra.

• Generous Time Off: We believe in “unplugging.” Enjoy a competitive holiday allowance, plus a company-wide office shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s.

• Future Planning: High-matching pension/401(k) contributions and opportunities for Microsoft stock awards (RSUs) based on performance.

• Learning & Development: Access to “LEAP,” our internal learning platform, plus workshops in everything from advanced C# to live figure drawing.

• Parental Leave: Industry-leading paid parental leave policies that go well beyond the statutory minimum.

About King & Minecraft Blast

We have been “Making the World Playful” for over 20 years. With over 200 million monthly active users, our reach is unparalleled. Minecraft Blast represents a strategic evolution—taking the world’s best-selling IP and reimagining it through the lens of King’s puzzle expertise.

You will join a team that values Clarity, Ownership, and Craft. We don’t just make games; we make moments of magic that people carry in their pockets.