Big Huge Games seeks Lead Character Artist
Big Huge Games, developer of the award-winning real-time strategy games Rise of Nations and Rise of Legends, is expanding into a multi-team, multi-genre, next-gen company. Were looking for an experienced, exceptionally knowledgeable, talented, and motivated <font color="orange">Lead Character Artist </font> to participate in the creation of our upcoming RPG.
Big Huge Games is a company that values team skills as much as it values technical skills. By sticking to this "core value" we have created a fun and energetic workplace with a passion for AAA game development. We realize the key to our continued success hinges on nurturing a talented and motivated team that takes great pride in their accomplishments. Were looking for people interested in:<ul type="square">[*]Developing cutting-edge new IP across multiple next-gen platforms and genres, which <font color="orange">will include work on our unannounced console RPG title led by Ken Rolston, Lead Designer of Oblivion and Morrowind </font>.
[*]Pushing the development of RTS games through our Rise of Nations® franchise and beyond.
[*]Continuing to develop downloadable games like our upcoming version of Settlers of Catan for XBLA.[/list]Job Purpose and Responsibilities:
The Lead Character Artist will work closely with the Art Director and project Leads from project inception to finish and will have a significant role in establishing and maintaining the look of the project. Major responsibilities include:<ul type="square">[*]Manage an internal character art team day-to-day (in addition to external contractors)
[*]Work with Art Lead and Production team to define key milestones
[*]Frequently interface with our talented concept art team to ensure consistency between concept and game character assets
[*]Develop run-time game character procedures & pipelines
Coordinate the technical and aesthetic processes in order to realize the vision
[*]Manages, mentors and coaches staff, including bi-weekly meetings with all character team members
[*]Makes a significant direct contribution to the creation of character art
[*]Leads by example. Demonstrates, communicates and exemplifies clear expectations for quality of work, productivity, communication and professionalism to the character team.[/list]Skills and Experience:<ul type="square">[*]5+ years professional game development experience
Shipped titles as a Senior and/or Lead Character Artist on PC or console (PS2/ PS3/ Xbox/ 360/ Wii). Experience in FPS and/or RPG a plus.
[*]Experience developing original IP from conception to completion
[*]Extensive experience and proficiency with 3D Studio MAX, Zbrush (and/or Mudbox) and Photoshop
[*]Expertise with current graphics production techniques
[*]Outstanding drawing, design and conceptual art skills
[*]Strong 3d modeling and texture mapping skills[/list]
Qualifications:<ul type="square">[*]Solid understanding of next-gen game character development processes, limitations and dependencies
[*]Excellent communication, time-management and organizational skills
[*]Task driven, self-motivated, proactive
[*]Strong leadership and interpersonal abilities
[*]Actively accepts and provides direction, works well under deadline pressure
[*]An enormous passion for games [/list]In addition to competitive salaries, Big Huge Games offers an extremely attractive benefits package, including:<ul type="square">[*]A royalty based bonus plan far in excess of industry standards
[*]Stock options to all full-time employees
[*]401(k) plan
[*]Generous paid vacation, sick leave, maternity/paternity/family leave, personal days and holidays
[*]Fully funded medical, dental and visual health insurance (including dependent coverage), short and long term disability insurance, and life insurance.[/list]Contact Info:
Big Huge's preferred method of viewing your artwork and resume is by email submission of your portfolio website link to [email="greatartjob@bighugegames.com."]greatartjob@bighugegames.com.[/email] Links to professional blogs are also of interest. We encourage applicants to attach 3 samples of their strongest character work (JPG preferred). Limit total of attachments to 3mb or less. <font color="orange"> Note in the subject line "Lead Character Artist"</font>. Please do not send items via US Mail.
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