Naughty Dog is Hiring!!! Environmental Concept Artist Wanted
Naughty Dog is the developer of critically acclaimed and top-selling titles including the Crash Bandicoot franchise, Jak and Daxter franchise and Uncharted: Drakes Fortune. Were a relatively small team with a highly decentralized and collaborative work environment we value feedback about any aspect of our game development from any of our team members. Were a tightly knit group and you can frequently find us participating in yoga sessions in the office, spending lunch playing out on the court basketball, foosball in our lunchroom or around town in our frequent group evenings out. Since Naughty Dog is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Computer Entertainment America, we also get a lot of the perks that comes from being in the Sony family movie screenings on the Sony Pictures lots and discounts on electronics, music, movies and PlayStation hardware and software. Of course, you just cant beat our location. Naughty Dog is based near the ocean and beaches in Santa Monica, California, where beautiful weather and fair temperatures grace us year-round.
Want to join our Kennel?
Were constantly looking to expand our team with exceptional individuals who have the drive to help us develop great video games. We are constantly on the lookout for senior level candidates with proven industry track records who dont shy away from challenges and confidently feel they are among the best in their field. All of our positions require a love of games, strong work ethic and excellent communication skills. Due to our relatively small development staff, firm deadlines and informal structure, each potential team member should be a capable self-starter and able to manage their time and tasks independently.
Environmental Concept Artist
**Please Note This Is An IN-HOUSE CONTRACT Position**
Responsibilities:
Demonstrate a broad range of excellent drawing abilities.
Demonstrate complete mastery of game development software tools needed for concept creation.
Collaborates effectively with art leads during review sessions which results in the finest artistic look possible.
Meets project deadlines / milestones, as set by project leads
Consistently exercises sound judgment in all areas of expertise.
Requirements and skills:
A demo portfolio demonstrating excellent drawing skills
Work must clearly demonstrate exceptional ability in the areas of artistic, stylistic and versatility.
BFA or equivalent game development experience strongly preferred.
Fine art skills, drawing and painting, lighting and color.
2 years of professional experience working as a concept artist or texturer in computer gaming or a related field
Proficiency working in Photoshop
Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
Must be receptive to art direction and perform well within a team setting
Must be responsive to schedules and work well under pressure
Please include a resume, demo reel or examples of professional work (Online Preferred) a breakdown of your contributions to the shot, and an accompanying resume. Send your information to:
Candace Walker
Recruiter @ Naughty Dog
Web Site: www.naughtydog.com
Direct Line: 310-633-9275
Email: candace_walker@naughtydog.com
Want to join our Kennel?
Were constantly looking to expand our team with exceptional individuals who have the drive to help us develop great video games. We are constantly on the lookout for senior level candidates with proven industry track records who dont shy away from challenges and confidently feel they are among the best in their field. All of our positions require a love of games, strong work ethic and excellent communication skills. Due to our relatively small development staff, firm deadlines and informal structure, each potential team member should be a capable self-starter and able to manage their time and tasks independently.
Environmental Concept Artist
**Please Note This Is An IN-HOUSE CONTRACT Position**
Responsibilities:
Demonstrate a broad range of excellent drawing abilities.
Demonstrate complete mastery of game development software tools needed for concept creation.
Collaborates effectively with art leads during review sessions which results in the finest artistic look possible.
Meets project deadlines / milestones, as set by project leads
Consistently exercises sound judgment in all areas of expertise.
Requirements and skills:
A demo portfolio demonstrating excellent drawing skills
Work must clearly demonstrate exceptional ability in the areas of artistic, stylistic and versatility.
BFA or equivalent game development experience strongly preferred.
Fine art skills, drawing and painting, lighting and color.
2 years of professional experience working as a concept artist or texturer in computer gaming or a related field
Proficiency working in Photoshop
Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
Must be receptive to art direction and perform well within a team setting
Must be responsive to schedules and work well under pressure
Please include a resume, demo reel or examples of professional work (Online Preferred) a breakdown of your contributions to the shot, and an accompanying resume. Send your information to:
Candace Walker
Recruiter @ Naughty Dog
Web Site: www.naughtydog.com
Direct Line: 310-633-9275
Email: candace_walker@naughtydog.com