3D MODELLING AND ANIMATION

3D, Lead/Senior, Assistant/Supervisor/Director/Producer JOBS: 3D, Lead/Senior, Assistant/Supervisor/Director/Producer Designer: Character Designer, Environment Designer, FX Designer Artist: Character Artist, Environment Artist, FX Artist, Technical Artist, Cinematic Artist, Layout Artist, Storyboard Artist, Research and Development Artist, Concept Artist

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JOBS: Modeller Animator Rigger Cinematics Architecture Director of Photography Shading and Texture Supervisor Renderer Compositor

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Environment Artist Description: One of the emerging leaders in serious gaming for the US Military, IPKeys Technologies, LLC., is currently looking for an experienced Environment Artist to join our growing gaming team in Eatontown, NJ. The right artist will join our team on several exciting projects for the US Military. These projects include building engaging environments for mission rehearsal, tactics training, and EOD related scenarios. We are looking for a developer with a wide variety of skills who loves modeling and design as much as coming to work on a project that will help save lives. If you are looking to settle in on an exciting position with full benefits, competitive salary, and a fun work environment, look no further than this job! All individuals need to be self-starters and able to work in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities: - Create highly detailed, believable, and immersive 3D environments and props. - Work closely with designers and art leads to ensure that environmental assets fit overall vision, look and feel of the level and purpose of the game. - Participate in research and development for levels being created, (may include travel to military installations) - Follow schedule and deliver assets on time. Qualification Requirements: - Min. 3-5 years working as a professional modeller in games industry (inc. at least one shipped title). - Experience with 3DS Max, Mudbox and Maya. - Portfolio demonstrating previous work experience. - Experience developing in Unreal Engine 3. - Excellent spoken and written communication skills. - Must have or be able to obtain US Government Security Clearance Level Secret (IPKeys Will Sponsor).

3D Artist Description: Supergiant Games is looking for a driven, experienced, multitalented 3D artist! 3D modeling and animation were essential in the making of our first game, Bastion, so we want to bring this expertise to our studio for whatever we do next. Our 3D artist will collaborate with our art director and the rest of our team to help us bring to life memorable characters and experiences for players. The ideal candidate has a passion for creating and playing video games, is eager to collaborate closely with a small, tight-knit, cross-disciplinary team, and will have several if not all of the following skills.

Skills: - Experience using industry standard 3D modelling packages (e.g. 3ds Max, Maya) - Experience modeling in 3D (e.g. characters, creatures, objects). - Experience rigging 3D models. - Experience creating 3D animations. - Experience working with and creating 3D textures and materials. - Experience working with and/or creating visual FX. - Knowledge of rendering pipelines. - Ability to work well within an established art style. Requirements: - Bachelor’s degree. - Credit as an artist in one or more games. - Willing to relocate to San Francisco Bay Area if not local.

Bonuses: - Skill in traditional and digital art. - Skill in 2D animation. - Experience scripting in the above-mentioned 3D modeling packages - Experience with Illustrator, Flash, or other vector graphics software - Experience with UI design and implementation Qualifying applicants will be subject to an art test. As part of your cover letter, please name three artists whose work is influential to you.

Senior/3D Artist Utilizing his or her subject matter expertise to assist the Art Lead in assigning tasks to 3D art department staff at the appropriate level for such tasks. Creating any content needed during the prototype phase of the project. Taking ownership of assigned tasks, and taking pride in the quality of the work he or she creates. Accurately creating visual elements in line with the visual direction defined by the Art Department Head and the Project Art Lead. Frequently interfacing with the Art Lead and concept art team to ensure consistency between concept and 3D assets. Working within established art, technical and visual style parameters in accordance with a game design document.

Working with Art Lead and Designers to ensure that all 3D elements contribute to an outstanding game play experience. Actively mentoring, coaching, teaching and training junior artists. Acting as a resource to the junior members of the Art team and other staff, and acting as a representative of the Art Department within the studio. Consistently sharing and applying new industry, technical and company information within the Art department and to members of the studio. Preparing assets for export to game engine. Performing art tasks as necessary including, but not limited to: modeling, texturing, environmental art, special effects, concept art, 2D art, etc. Consistently striving to exceed the highest quality standards of the studio. Taking initiative for improving the studio – striving to create efficient systems for use by the Art team and the studio in general. Demonstrating enthusiasm, drive and a sense of urgency when performing job functions. Remaining flexible in undertaking any other such duties and responsibilities as directed.

Requirements: - 5+ years’ 3D modelling and texturing experience in a video game production environment. - 2 or more shipped current generation titles. - Extensive portfolio displaying diverse artistic skills. - Art-related college or university degree: BA or BFA - Thorough understanding of environmental design and its functions within a game. - Experience using Unreal 3. - Extensive knowledge of Zbrush, Maya or equivalent 3D software. - Outstanding modelling skills at both low and high resolutions. - Ability to take direction and constructive criticism in a positive manner. - Experience managing, mentoring and coaching of more junior staff. - Superior communication skills. - Driven, focused, and won’t settle for mediocrity. - Must be willing to put in the time required to create great work while meeting all milestones.

Kojima Productions Los Angeles - Konami Group Cinematic Artist Main Work Duties: Creating all cinematics related storytelling in the game including visual directions, camera work, and storyboards development collaborating with creative leads. Making/editing trailers for product pitch and marketing presentation materials. Qualifications: - Strong passion to make top quality games. - Over 4 years of experience as a professional Cinematic Artist in post/video production, game, VFX, or feature animation studio - Excellent understanding of cinematography, storytelling, lighting as well as composition - Experience working with actors in a mocap studio - Ability to stay on schedule and approach the complex issue creatively and flexibly in a time constrained environment. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Experience in a feature film production a plus - Excellent skills in using major 3D software package (Maya/Softimage)

Environment Artist Description: Rockstar Leeds want to hire the best artists in the industry to help create the industry's best games. Responsibilities You will be responsible and pro-active; creating / implementing game assets to the highest standards. Qualifications Advanced skills in 3DS Max, Photoshop and other art techniques relevant to games are required.

Technical Artist/Rigger Cinematics Blizzard Entertainment is looking for a motivated and experienced character technical artist to join its award winning cinematics department. The ideal candidate would be a highly motivated artist who has built rigs and is capable of maintaining a high level of visual and technical quality for all characters.  He / she must have an understanding of anatomy, muscles, cloth/hair behavior and be familiar with a scripted environment. Experience with simulation rigs and directable shot sims for hair and cloth are a bonus. This artist must be attuned to the needs of a production pipeline and those of the animators we support. Our team works in an intensely art driven environment and the candidate must be able to work collaboratively with other departments including modeling, animation, FX, and lighting. 

Requirements: A min. of 3 years’ experience rigging characters in Maya, or similar software Knowledge of character kinematics, deformations, and topology Knowledge of character pipeline and workflow techniques Experience in Python, MEL, C / C++, or other programming languages Proficiency in technical problem solving Demo reel on CD, DVD, or online (preferred) showing rigging and technical proficiency Bonuses: History of generating cloth / hair rigs and create art directed shot simulations Some knowledge of layout, modeling, rigging, simulations, and animation tools and workflows currently used in the industry Strong communication skills Knowledge on subjects such as Maya tool development and pipeline design Able to generate tools to facilitate the rigging and simulation pipeline Passion for Blizzard Entertainment games and cinematics

Lead 3D Environment Artist, Architecture Next-Gen MMO Blizzard Entertainment is looking for an individual to serve as lead 3D environment architectural artist for a team focused on next-generation massively multiplayer online (MMO) games. The ideal candidate has experience modeling and texturing assets for a diverse visual range of environments. A solid grasp of form, color, and light for both 2D and 3D art assets is essential. The lead environment artist must have experience leading a team and have a skill in another art task as well (illustration or concept drawing) and be well-versed in related tools -- Maya, Photoshop, etc. The ideal candidate is able to foster a creative and energetic environment for a group of peers who are passionate about making great games. This candidate will help members of the architectural team to grow artistically, and will help maintain a high level of visual and technical quality for all architectural assets.

Requirements: A minimum of 5 years experience in game development modeling and texturing environments using Maya and Photoshop (or equivalent 3D and 2D programs) Experience working with an art director in developing a unique and cohesive modeling and texturing style for environments Proven problem-solving / prototyping ability Able to effectively collaborate with game designers and programmers Superior eye for light, shade, color, and detail in creating texture maps An exceptional understanding of form, shape, structure, and silhouette in regards to modeling Experience managing, scheduling, critiquing, and administering performance reviews for a team of artists Self-motivation, good communications skills, and a great team-player attitude A passion for video games Skill in one or more of the related creation tasks: illustration or concept drawing Able to work creatively as part of a large or small group Proven ability to mentor effectively Bonuses Have shipped AAA PC or console titles in a similar position Strong foundation in the traditional arts, including but not limited to environmental and / or architectural illustration

3D Character Artist World of Warcraft Blizzard Entertainment is looking for an exceptionally skilled 3D character artist to join the World of Warcraft team. The ideal candidate has experience modeling and texturing a diverse visual range of characters and creatures. A solid grasp of form, structure, color, and light for both 2D and 3D art assets is essential. The character artist must be skilled in another form of art production as well -- illustration, modeling, texturing, animation, concept drawing -- and be well-versed in related tools --3ds Max, Photoshop, etc. The ideal candidate also works well in an environment with peers who are passionate about making great games.

Requirements: 3+ years experience in game development modeling and texturing characters using 3ds Max and Photoshop (or equivalent 3D and 2D programs). An exceptional understanding of human and creature anatomy and a keen eye towards form, shape, structure, and silhouette in regards to modeling. Superior eye for light, shade, color and detail in creating texture maps. Self-motivation, good communication skills, and a great team-player attitude. Skill in one or more of the related creation tasks - illustration, modeling, texturing, animation, concept drawing. Bonuses: Have shipped AAA PC or console titles as a 3D character artist Strong foundation in the traditional arts, including but not limited to figure drawing and illustration A passion for developing online games Understanding of the visual style of World of Warcraft and a passion to push it to the next level

3D Environment Artist Established in 2006, Ubisoft Sofia has quickly become one of the group’s most versatile studios. In its first 6 years, the studio has already developed a rich portfolio, ranging from casual games to flight simulations, and covering a wide range of platforms and technologies: Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon: Shadow Wars 3DS,  Prince of Persia Trilogy HD PS3, Imagine: Fashion Designer 3DS, Prince of Persia Classics PSN, Chessmaster: The Art of Learning DS & PSP, and many more. The studio is currently finishing development on Assassin’s Creed III Liberation for the PlayStation VITA .

Produces autonomously the modeling and texturing of 3D objects, in accordance with the artistic direction and production deadlines Delivers - in a single iteration - work in accordance with the project's artistic direction Applies optimization to his/her work Efficiently applies graphic principles in his/her work Uses and looks for artistic references - in video games or in other artistic domains - in order to improve the visual aspect of the game Suggests images in line with the project's artistic direction Professional Qualifications and Experience: Good sense of form, shape, silhouette in regards to objects Experience in Autodesk 3D Studio Max (modeling and texturing tools) used as a game development software Ability to understand technical constraints and to integrate them when modeling Very good knowledge of modeling techniques Very good knowledge of texture mapping and material Ability to use efficiently the texture space and to take into consideration the pixel ratio Experience in the games development industry is a must Good English skills