FX Artist - AAA Next-gen Gaming Studio
A hot indie studio in San Diego is currently looking for a highly skilled FX Artist. The studio prides themselves on creating artistically valuable titles and as an FX artist it will be up to you to create an enjoyable experience. Their current title is an over-the-top remake of an old classic that around has the blogosphere buzzing.
They are a tight knit group and have an amazing company culture. They provide full relocation assistance, health benefits, and are just minutes from southern California's amazing beaches and nightlife.
Responsibilities:
- Create all aspects of 2D and 3D game effects. This includes particle systems, animating textures, polygonal effects meshes, and assets that may be used procedurally by programmers
- May contribute to design and/or conceptualization efforts as needed
- Help create foundational particle systems for game engine using proprietary tools
- Create polygonal and texture effects assets to be used by programmers
- Work closely with programmers to ensure visual quality of procedural effects
- Using 3D software, simulate and render animations of in-game effects as proof-of-concept for current and future hardware
- Create realistic effects such as fire, smoke, and explosions using limited game resources
- Meet project deadlines / milestones as set by project leads
- Actively participate in team / department meetings
Expectations:
- Ability to model and texture in 3D
- Experience with particle effects
- Strong technical aptitude related to 3D modeling tools and game engine technologies
- Fluent knowledge of Maya and Photoshop
- Ability to be receptive to art direction and to perform well within a collaborative team environment
Pluses:
- 2+ years of experience in the game/film industry
- Graphic design or fine art skills
- Experience with programming or scripting languages
- Experience with motion picture quality rendered effects
To Apply:
- Please send your resume to nextgen@AscendiEntertainment.com
- Place the text -BRE-FXArt- in the subject line.
- Please provide the date you are available to start
Feel free to check us out online at http://www.AscendiEntertainment.com
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They are a tight knit group and have an amazing company culture. They provide full relocation assistance, health benefits, and are just minutes from southern California's amazing beaches and nightlife.
Responsibilities:
- Create all aspects of 2D and 3D game effects. This includes particle systems, animating textures, polygonal effects meshes, and assets that may be used procedurally by programmers
- May contribute to design and/or conceptualization efforts as needed
- Help create foundational particle systems for game engine using proprietary tools
- Create polygonal and texture effects assets to be used by programmers
- Work closely with programmers to ensure visual quality of procedural effects
- Using 3D software, simulate and render animations of in-game effects as proof-of-concept for current and future hardware
- Create realistic effects such as fire, smoke, and explosions using limited game resources
- Meet project deadlines / milestones as set by project leads
- Actively participate in team / department meetings
Expectations:
- Ability to model and texture in 3D
- Experience with particle effects
- Strong technical aptitude related to 3D modeling tools and game engine technologies
- Fluent knowledge of Maya and Photoshop
- Ability to be receptive to art direction and to perform well within a collaborative team environment
Pluses:
- 2+ years of experience in the game/film industry
- Graphic design or fine art skills
- Experience with programming or scripting languages
- Experience with motion picture quality rendered effects
To Apply:
- Please send your resume to nextgen@AscendiEntertainment.com
- Place the text -BRE-FXArt- in the subject line.
- Please provide the date you are available to start
Feel free to check us out online at http://www.AscendiEntertainment.com
Playstation, PS2, PS3, PSP, Xbox, Console, Title, Game, Video Game, 3D, AI, Gameplay, online, MMO