Motion Graphics Art Intern - Summer 2027

22 hours, 6 minutes ago
Internship
Entry Level
Design and User Experience
Riot Games

Riot Games

Riot Games is a global company founded in 2006 by entrepreneurial gamers who believe in player-focused game development. They are the creators of popular games like League of Legends, VALORANT, Teamfight Tactics, Legends of Runeterra, and Wild Rift, as...

Internet Software & Services
1001-5000
Founded 2006
$21M raised

Description

  • Create UI animatics and motion studies from static visual designs using established game style and motion conventions.
  • Design transitions, interactive states, and end-to-end motion user flows for in-game and around-game features.
  • Translate approved motion concepts into real-time implementations in proprietary game engines.
  • Optimize animations for visual quality and performance across supported PC and mobile devices.
  • Collaborate with motion graphics artists, UX, audio, visual design, engineering, and design leads.
  • Incorporate craft and product feedback while prioritizing player value and experience.
  • Participate in motion graphics and visual design reviews and communities of practice.

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in an art, design, or related degree program and graduating in calendar year 2028.
  • Available to work full-time for the 12-week internship program.
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of the remote program; visa sponsorship is not available.
  • Submit a portfolio demonstrating motion fundamentals, including easing, pacing, timing, and sequencing.
  • Experience creating animations in After Effects, including plugins such as Trapcode, Element, and Lottie.
  • Experience with Photoshop and knowledge of optimized implementation best practices.
  • Experience with or comfort using game engines such as Unity or Unreal (preferred).
  • Experience with Spine or similar 2D rigging software, VFX authoring tools such as Trapcode or Niagara, Figma, or 3D software including Blender, C4D, or Maya (preferred).
  • Knowledge of League of Legends or Teamfight Tactics IP and visual style (preferred).
  • Submit only one application and provide an accessible online portfolio or reel link with the application and resume.

Benefits

  • Paid internship at an hourly rate of USD $36.49.
  • Eligibility to participate in Riot's 401(k) plan.
  • In-game perks and access to the Play Fund for learning about players and gaming communities.
  • Intern-focused events and networking opportunities with fellow interns and Riot employees.

Interested in this position?

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