Raven Software/Senior Lighting Artist
SENIOR Lighting Artist
RAVEN SOFTWARE, developer of numerous award-winning games, including contributions to the blockbuster Call of Duty series is seeking passionate artists to join an established team at work on a first-person shooter. Located in Madison, Wisconsin, RAVEN SOFTWARE offers an upscale work environment with state-of-the-art workstations, an outstanding compensation and benefits package, a fun, collaborative environment, affordable living and an exceptional quality of life!
DESCRIPTION
Help plan, coordinate and execute the development and implementation of realistic lighting and post-FX for in-game environments and characters
Implement lighting solutions that balance gameplay and aesthetics
Develop color scripts, lighting concepts, and skybox art
Adjust texture and materials to match lighting
Work closely with environment art and design to create immersive, memorable game experiences
Troubleshoot rendering and lighting technical issues
Work in a team environment to critique and provide input on lighting and other art-related assets
Assist in documentation of techniques and best practices regarding content (lighting, texture adjustment and skybox creation, etc.)
Mentor junior lighting artists to enhance visual development skills
REEL
Video
Examples of lighting and post-FX of in-game environments and characters
Portfolio showing examples of rendering techniques such as global illumination, HDRI, final gathering, pre-rendering and real-time rendering
EXPERIENCE
1-2 years of experience as a senior lighting artist in the game industry
Primary or significant contributor to lighting and post-FX on a shipped next-gen title
1-2 years of experience with Radiant, Hammer, or other game engines
Extensive experience troubleshooting rendering and lighting technical issues
Traditional art experience with (digital or traditional) painting or photography is preferred
Excellent knowledge of color, space, depth, composition and materials
A strong knowledge of film and photographic lighting techniques
Small group leadership and mentor/training a plus
SKILLS
Self-motivated, proactive, results-oriented, team-centric, 'can do' approach
Excellent communication, collaboration, planning and execution
Excellent artistic vision and technical execution; ability to organize and communicate vision in aesthetic and technical terms
Maintain quality, efficiency and budgets under tight deadlines
Proficient understanding of rendering and lighting budgets
Artistic proficiency in creating aesthetically pleasing environments and vistas
Passion for the lighting field
Able to stay current with the latest tools, technologies, and techniques and help implement them into the pipeline
Tremendous passion for games and entertainment
Please apply online at
http://activision.taleo.net/careersection/10020/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=ART0000HE