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| subject: VFX Artist , Backbone Entertainment Backbone Entertainment is looking for VFX Artist duration - Full Time Job details: VFX Artist Visual Effects Artist Job Summary Responsible for creating awesome visual effects for handheld and next-gen console games. Work in a collaborative environment that allows talented people to make their own mark on our games. Job Responsibilities Create outstanding visual effects for PSP and next-gen console titles using a proprietary, XML driven effects system Follow concept art, story boards, written descriptions and scripts Create effects to include particles and shaders to simulate the effects of explosions, fireworks, smoke, fire, steam, fog, rain, flowing water, etc. Create effects mock-ups for evaluation Work closely with effects system programmers and scripters Work within sprite and texture budgets for handheld game systems Work to given deadlines and schedules Work in a dynamic team environment where individual effort is crucial to the completed project Produce a weekly report listing Achievements (As) and Objectives (Os) every Monday morning using a standardized report format to your supervisor o The Achievements section provides an accurate account of the progress made on his/her Objectives set from the previous week o The Objectives section reflects scheduled tasks and meetings for the week ahead and other goals which may not be reflected in the schedule Job Requirements Applicable BFA in Art related field (Computer Animation, 3D modeling, Film, Video Minimum 2 years creating effects for video games At least 1 shipped title on console or handheld platform working as an effects artist Strong skills in 3D graphics, particle systems, dynamics, shaders, etc. Solid technical art skills, including scripting Excellent spatial awareness skills Comfortable working in a primarily data driven effects system. Excellent working knowledge of all game development tools (Maya/Alias, 3D Studio Max, Photoshop, custom tools, etc.) Ability to quickly learn proprietary tools and development processes Ability to work successfully in a large team of other artists, programmers, and game designers Excellent communication, interpersonal and organization skills Strong work ethic, self-direction and artistic vision, dedicated work ethic A passion for games and effects . Plusses Experience creating stunning effects with small numbers of sprites and textures Ability to create textures that can be used for a wide variety of FX. Understanding of 2D and 3D effects possibilities. Location: Emeryville, CA, United States Contact info: 1-5515 Doyle Street Emeryville CA 94608 http://www.f9e.com Phone: 510.547.6101 Fax: 510.547.6104 E-mail: kellyab@f9e.com |
