Codename Games is seeking a talented 2d/concept artist to assist with 2D asset creation for various ongoing projects. You will be involved in the entire art process, from concept to asset creation. While you will be receiving direction from your project lead and a lead artist, you will also have an opportunity to influence the look of the games you work on. The games you work on will be in several art styles across multiple platforms, so flexibility and adaptability are key. This is an unpaid internship, but you will receive course credit and will be credited as an Assistant Artist on any games you work on. You will also be free to use projects you work on in your personal portfolio. The intern should be available 2 - 4 full (6 -8 hour) days per week, Monday - Thursday. Sorry no Fridays.
Requirements:
Pursuing games-related or digital art degree
Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator
Flash animation skills
Texturing skills in Maya
Strong concept art skills (line drawing and coloring)
Ability to receive/respond to art direction
Good communication skills and a positive attitude
Bonus Points:
Maya animation skills
Maya modeling skills
Some game design background
Previous industry experience
About Codename Games
Codename Games is an independent games label developing small, innovative, independent projects for consoles and the web. Borrowing ideas from the best maverick, artist-focused entertainment enterprises, Codename works with small independent developers worldwide, internally and externally to develop smart, new indie games.
We are located in downtown Los Angeles.
To Apply
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and link to an online portfolio or reel to
jasmine@codenamegames.com. Please, no calls or drop-ins.