FX Artist / Particle Artist (Naughty Dog)
Greetings,
We are looking for an FX artist to join our team at Naughty Dog. What pray tell is a "Naughty Dog?" I already hear some of you asking. We are a video game developer that makes awesome games for Sony Computer Entertainment. We have developed Crash for PS1, Jak & Daxter for the PS2, and Uncharted for the PS3.
If you think you have the skills we need? Then come join us at our lovely location in Santa Monica, California.
FX Artist / Particle Artist (Naughty Dog)
Responsibilities :
Visualize, create and implement real-time dynamic and atmospheric effects for both in-game and cinematic application.
Create effects that conform to the technical guidelines of the target platform
Seek and provide feedback and communication with peers and leads as a part of a collaborative artistic environment
Be self-motivated to consistently meet project, team, and personal deadlines/milestones
Help influence further development of internal technologies and artistic capabilities
Other duties may be assigned
Requirements and Skills:
Strong technical knowledge and artistic abilities working with sprite type particles and materials within a game engine.
Strong sense of form, color, and composition.
Advanced problem solving techniques and patience to resolve the numerous hurdles that present themselves while working to achieve the highest quality effects.
Thorough knowledge of Maya dynamics, particles and expressions, as well as how to optimize for the PlayStation 3 hardware.
The self-sustained ability to take on a problem and run with it until completion.
Intermediate level of scripting either in MEL or Python, as well as strong experience with node based material editing systems are preferred.
Must be able to provide a demo reel or examples of professional work (Online Preferred), a breakdown of your contributions to the shot, and an accompanying resume.
Please email your resume to damesha_craig@naughtydog.com with a link to samples of your most recent work. Best of luck!
We are looking for an FX artist to join our team at Naughty Dog. What pray tell is a "Naughty Dog?" I already hear some of you asking. We are a video game developer that makes awesome games for Sony Computer Entertainment. We have developed Crash for PS1, Jak & Daxter for the PS2, and Uncharted for the PS3.
If you think you have the skills we need? Then come join us at our lovely location in Santa Monica, California.
FX Artist / Particle Artist (Naughty Dog)
Responsibilities :
Visualize, create and implement real-time dynamic and atmospheric effects for both in-game and cinematic application.
Create effects that conform to the technical guidelines of the target platform
Seek and provide feedback and communication with peers and leads as a part of a collaborative artistic environment
Be self-motivated to consistently meet project, team, and personal deadlines/milestones
Help influence further development of internal technologies and artistic capabilities
Other duties may be assigned
Requirements and Skills:
Strong technical knowledge and artistic abilities working with sprite type particles and materials within a game engine.
Strong sense of form, color, and composition.
Advanced problem solving techniques and patience to resolve the numerous hurdles that present themselves while working to achieve the highest quality effects.
Thorough knowledge of Maya dynamics, particles and expressions, as well as how to optimize for the PlayStation 3 hardware.
The self-sustained ability to take on a problem and run with it until completion.
Intermediate level of scripting either in MEL or Python, as well as strong experience with node based material editing systems are preferred.
Must be able to provide a demo reel or examples of professional work (Online Preferred), a breakdown of your contributions to the shot, and an accompanying resume.
Please email your resume to damesha_craig@naughtydog.com with a link to samples of your most recent work. Best of luck!