Namco - Senior Environment Artist
AFRO Team, NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc. San Jose, CA
SUMMARY
Namcos Afro Team is looking for a senior Environment Artist for their next internal project, an as-yet unannounced original concept. The artist must be skilled in the creation of high-quality, fully-textured 3D environments, and experienced in managing the work of external outsourcing groups. Since this is an original concept candidates will have an opportunity to help define a unique visual style as part of a small and talented art team. For that reason were looking for a creative and self-motivated individual who can effectively and visually communicate their ideas.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Bachelors or Associate Degree in Fine Arts or equivalent is preferable. An amazing portfolio of professional work is even better.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job.
CONTACT
Please send your resumé and portfolio to:
bjohnston@namco.com
SUMMARY
Namcos Afro Team is looking for a senior Environment Artist for their next internal project, an as-yet unannounced original concept. The artist must be skilled in the creation of high-quality, fully-textured 3D environments, and experienced in managing the work of external outsourcing groups. Since this is an original concept candidates will have an opportunity to help define a unique visual style as part of a small and talented art team. For that reason were looking for a creative and self-motivated individual who can effectively and visually communicate their ideas.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work directly with the Art Director to help visualize and develop game environments.
- Generate high quality artwork within budget and deadline
- Work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Proactively recommend improvements in art standards and productivity
- Keep informed on current industry trends and technical advancements
- Participate in new product development and set artistic look across all level art
- Provide technical leadership to less experienced artists
- Work closely with outsourcing art groups to maintain the high standard established by the internal team
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
- A high level of recognized artistic achievement within the games industry (or other relevant industry)
- Experience in creating high-quality 3D models and textures for use in video games
- Extensive expertise in 3D graphic software packages (preferably Autodesk Maya)
- Expertise in high-poly modeling/normal-mapping using tools such as Zbrush
- PS3 or Xbox360 development experience or equivalent experience with cutting-edge real-time graphics.
- Experience in creating concept art to describe and help define the visual style of environments
- Skilled in the creation of 2D textures
- Significant knowledge of art fundamentals: Drawing, Color theory, Composition, Design, Art history
- Ability to analyze factors and exercise judgment to determine appropriate steps to take in development
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Bachelors or Associate Degree in Fine Arts or equivalent is preferable. An amazing portfolio of professional work is even better.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job.
CONTACT
Please send your resumé and portfolio to:
bjohnston@namco.com