Career & Education

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How did you react to landing your first game dev job? I've always been curious as to how I'll react when I get that first break into the industry, so I'm curious what it was like for you guys who currently work in the industry. Were you self taught or w…	11 Last	Bedrock Jan 2018
Leave permanent job for a chance to break in? I've recently been in contact with a recruiter here in Vancouver, who specializes in the video game side of the industry. I gave him my resume and portfolio and he said he would help me locate work. …	8 Last	Ashervisalis Jan 2018
Kinda got my portfolio ready for now..but no idea what to do next I quit my job few years ago and decided to study 3D art. It was a rough road picking up some random tutorials, learn new things, make ugly pieces but it was fun. I focused on game characters and fini…	12 Last	D_Choi Jan 2018
Thinking of becoming a 3D Vehicle Artist So, after finishing university a year ago, I've been on the job hunt since then, but I've quickly come to realize that my portfolio is quite weak or/and doesn't showcase any particular skills.I had f…	10 Last	sacboi Jan 2018
Starting indie game company, how to start, how to progress and how to launch? Does indie companies are like software startups?I really want some day to start my own indie game company, when i get some proper experience. And i can't imagine how hard is to make a game that…	5 Last	sacboi Jan 2018
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Aspiring 3D vehicle artist. Hi, my name is Shantanu. I live in Bangalore, KA, India. I want to become a 3D Vehicle artist or a hard surface artist. I need help. I've just turned 29 and I'm out of a job. I've done my Advanced Di…	4 Last	PixelMasher Jan 2018
How can I best approach learning to sculpt anatomy and character art? Hey there! As the title might imply, I'm looking for some advice on how I can best utilize my time when learning to sculpt the human anatomy. I should preface that I've got basically little to no exp…	7 Last	thinkinmonkey Jan 2018
Study Advice for an aspiring Game Character Artist Hello.I'm trying to build a portfolio and skillset to work with character design in games, and I've been watching talks and reading articles about which kinds of skills and knowledge I should have.I …	11 Last	PixelMasher Jan 2018
Best Game Artbooks that showcase 3D Character Art? Hi I'm looking to buy my first game artbook but most I find are filled more with 2D concept and environments. Are there any good game artbooks that showcase the change between 2d and 3d characters?Th…	10 Last	PixelMasher Jan 2018
Is it possible to say no to work overtime, and still keep the job? During my experience as software developer, i had couple of times from me to work overtime, which i know that i will not will be payed.I kinda find the strength and good reason to not work overtime, …	3 Last	JordanN Jan 2018
Game Industry Vs Family Life!? Help! Hey guys, So I've been working remote for a game studio for 2 years, as an Environment Artist, Due to lack of funding they can't afford to keep that many people anymore, I have a wife who has 3 child…	40 Last	Giles1986 Jan 2018
How do you deal with dust around your desk and cables? How do you keep stuff clean? It's too difficult to get to with a big broom when you have lots of heavy cables, and if there's a smart way of going about it other than cleaning it with a wet cloth con…	2 Last	sacboi Jan 2018
Trial and Error, or ask for help? what do you do to learn? I used to a firm advocate of “learning for yourself”. By which I mean, I spent most of my time learning through trial and error. For example, If I didn’t know why a bake was turn…	8 Last	sacboi Jan 2018
3d modeling education Greetings! New guy here so feel free to bully me!I'm 33 years old and currently have a full time job as a mechanical engineer (already have a degree). I'm working with CAD programs for 8 y…	3 Last	kmacneil91 Jan 2018
Relationship between 2D and 3D artists I am studying games art and design at university and need to find out about the kind of relationship and communication between 2D and 3D artists, and how this has changed over the years. Any insights…	0 Last	Umbranox Jan 2018
In what age did you learn to read? Was it difficult for you? In my case this thing happened when I was 4 yo. I didn't have any difficulties with learning and it's still one of my favourite hobbies.	12 Last	Brian "Panda" Choi Jan 2018
How much could be automated in the future? Hey guys, I was looking at thishttps://shapescale.com/Its a device you step on and scans you and makes a 3d model of your body. I believe at this moment we are at a modern industrial revolution where…	77 Last	lotet Jan 2018
FALL 2017 CGMA Student Gallery It’s invariably better to show than tell, as any computer graphics industry professional will attest. This a visually-focused field, so it’s only natural that the most effective way to communicate is…	3 Last	pmiller001 Jan 2018
Why there isn't enough good gaming companies in Canada? I was curious about the gaming industry in Canada, because i want to move there. But, i am a bit disappointed of very small number of AAA Studios in Canada, in compare with US, they are lots of AAA S…	4 Last	sacboi Jan 2018
question about a job i got Hi. ive been given this job, where i had to completely remodel a chair i had to also uv unwrapp, texture, and sample render the model. The thing is im new to freelancing and i didnt get my head aroun…	1 Last	ToffeeApple Jan 2018
Are character artists higher skilled than Environment artists? I'm studying games art at uni and have been tasked with studying the phrase 'Character artists are higher skilled than Environment artists'. The topic is based around modelling in 3ds Max and Z…	27 Last	NikhilR Jan 2018
2 WEEKS LEFT TO REGISTER FOR CG MASTER ACADEMY! The Winter 2018 registration period for CGMA, the leading online art school, is coming to an end in just 2 weeks. CGMA has been providing an affordable and accessible route to interactive learning …	0 Last	cgmasteracademy Jan 2018
About animation with other's models Hello there. I'm very recently here (just registred). Because i need help with critique my animation and of course - improving my skill, but there's one thing - animation is mine for 100%, but models…	2 Last	Archanex Jan 2018
Money is important - Story of my first freelance gig as a beginner Hello people of Polycount! Sorry for somewhat click-baiting title : D I just wanted to share and talk about my previous freelance experience and importance of charging the right amount.So I felt…	6 Last	Rmunday Jan 2018
Learning how a gun works? I eventually want to design some of my own weapons and I know the basic parts of a gun but not much about how they work together. Does anyone have a source they'd recommend? I want to make sure whate…	9 Last	RyanB Jan 2018
Gaming industry professionals , your experience working in games, and what can be better in future? Would be good to hear and read industry professionals thoughts about working in AAA Studios around the world.1.What is bad thing working in gaming industry?2.Is there any sign that there will be some…	7 Last	NikhilR Jan 2018
3d modeling portfolio ? what do the industry want to see, as weel what program do they prefer. Im asking with a specific category here1. Character artist2. Environment ArtistAlso bonus question, do they like to see 2d portf…	6 Last	NikhilR Jan 2018
Are there good employment opportunities for a low poly 3D artist? (without sculpting) For the last year or so I've been making animations with maya and modelling small characters, nothing serious, but I've really enjoyed it. In the past I learnt to paint a bit and programmed some game…	8 Last	pangaea Jan 2018
Commission for a model work ? Not sure where to post, but is it actually possible to ask a commission for a model work ?I mean I want a character to be a an actual 3d model with rig.	1 Last	jaker3278 Jan 2018
[ Q ] Legal Issues - Selling 3D Weapon Models Hi guys, since there is little people watching my thread maybe i have some luck in here.I want to model some weapons and sell them on unity store/unreal etc. What can i do, to not get in trouble with…	14 Last	LaurentiuN Jan 2018
Graduating Soon Is this ok to post here? I'm graduating from undergrad this semester and need to start looking for work. I know it's very rare for new grads to find work right after they finish school so I'm pretty …	9 Last	Solid_Otter Jan 2018
Rates discussion (moved from Freelance section) This discussion was created from comments split from: [HIRING] Need modeler to create playermodels for Garry's Mod.	8 Last	Eric Chadwick Jan 2018
Help me to get educational course on Indiegogo Hello everybody!I want to create AAA games such as Call of Duty, Fallout, Doom, Mass effect, Wolfenstein etc. Please help me to improve my skills. I created campaign on Indiegogo, you can donate…	14 Last	jaker3278 Jan 2018
"Intermediate" Artist need some help Hi, Im Josh from Germany currently Studying Graphic-Design and Visual Communications.I have this problem: I want to become a Concept Artist. I have a pretty solid grasps of the Art basics and princip…	4 Last	dropyhop Jan 2018
Do you think it's possible to be a skilled 2D and 3D artist at the same time? Alright, I know this probably sounds like an absurdly stupid question but I'm curious to see how people's opinions on this will be. I'm now working on my 2D and 3D skills every day and I'm curious as…	7 Last	Popol Jan 2018
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Question about feedback after job interview. Hey guys.Recently I applied for a job as junior 3D. I did art test and then I got invited for an interview. Now it's been a week, and I haven't got any feedback. I know that company don't need to inf…	5 Last	shabba Jan 2018
Modular Development!! Earliest game? I'm trying to find the earliest game who used Modular workflow and how its progressed to now, has anyone stumbled across anything? I'm doing a research thesis on Modular construction so anything…	14 Last	Eric Chadwick Jan 2018
How to start as freelancer?!? Well soon my study in game art ends and I still worry if I can get a job right after finishing ... and so I would like to know how to work as a freelancer or better to say: I want to know what I have…	22 Last	viewly_munly Jan 2018
Should I stop working on my 3D skills? So I've been messing around with learning 3D on Blender and Maya but whilst I'm progressing decently I've been reading around and seen that people recommend being a good 2D artist before you try 3d. …	12 Last	PixelMasher Jan 2018
Game Art University Portfolio --- Duplicate post -- No idea how to delete. Main post is here: http://polycount.com/discussion/comment/2604725	1 Last	Elithenia Jan 2018
Know any decent places where I could advertise a indie RPG game? Of course we have a Facebook and twitter page,but do you know any forums or smaller communities where people could be open to finding out about indie RPG games?We have posted some stuff on Reddit, bu…	4 Last	HIRVIOS Jan 2018
Changing art discipline to get a job? So I've been contemplating looking for a studio job this year if my freelance work doesn't pick up, as I've been at it for two years now and work is still too inconsistent for me to make a proper liv…	11 Last	JunkieKong Jan 2018
Becoming a "3D Game Environment" artist, portfolio questions. If I want to become a 3D Environment Artist, should my portfolio show only full environments or can I make various props. I have just noticed a lot of studios seem to not hire a specific "Prop Artist…	3 Last	CrackRockSteady Jan 2018
Book recommendations for better architectural visualization Hello all,I want to start off by saying that I have no formal education in architecture or design and I’m focusing on making a living with archviz primarily. I’ve finished a couple of projects, …	0 Last	wray00 Jan 2018
What are the chances of a US/Canada based studio hiring entry level/junior artists with minimal exp? I'm seeing more job opportunities abroad than here in the UK. I don't mind moving but I don;t have any game experience so I shouldn't even try applying for jobs abroad right? Since I'm just looking f…	12 Last	Jesse_Flores Jan 2018
Practicing from an art book? Hello, So I currently own this book:http://www.conceptart.org/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=1831629&d=1379423262 and I just wanted some advice as to how to efficiently practice from an art b…	2 Last	sacboi Jan 2018
Newbie need suggestions! Thanks! Greetings, I'm new to 3D modeling. I played Poser 6 before for a little bit, yes, 6! And then I stopped! Now since the 3D modeling technics have improved astronomically, I decide to give a try one mo…	8 Last	polycountChu Jan 2018
Attack the Block - Steps to better level design. Video game world building is an increasingly complex process - one that demands designers think big before fashioning the fine detail that will ultimately enable the creation of truly immersi…	0 Last	cgmasteracademy Jan 2018