Game Artist job
Posted: June 05, 2006
Post subject: Game Artist
Post subject: Game Artist
subject: Game Artist , Wagerworks
Wagerworks is looking for Game Artist
duration - Full Time
Job details: Game Artist Game Artist
Description / Responsibilities:
The Game Artist plays a dynamic part in the design, implementation and production of WagerWorks game content. This includes development of all game visual assets including but not limited to characters, symbols, backgrounds, transitions, and visual effects. In order to succeed at this job, the Game Artist will need to have a superior understanding of online games/entertainment, a background in producing content, and a strong eye to execute rough concepts into polished visuals. Extensive knowledge of Macromedia Flash will be required, as well as Photoshop, Illustrator or other vector-based tools. Our Game Artists need to be completely comfortable working in a team-based environment comprised of Art Directors, Producers and Flash Developers.
Essential Duties:
Manage the implementation, construction, and development of innovative Flash games which satisfy WagerWorks corporate and marketing goals.
Work directly with Art Directors to ensure that projects meet the WagerWorks standard of quality and are produced on time.
Work closely with Art Directors for the creation of concepts, presentation materials, project style-guides, and final refinements as projects enter production.
Create and design highly optimized art/animations that conform to the limitations inherent within a flash delivery environment.
Successfully implement the creative and visual design of projects.
Develop a mastery of the WagerWorks production methodologies and contribute to enhancing/improving our production process.
Work directly with team leads to provide creative solutions to production challenges.
Maintain high standards for design and production values within department.
Play an active role in brainstorming sessions for individual projects.
Identify development methodologies to continually improve our production practices and efficiency. Communicate those improvements to content managers.
When available, evaluate current and new production software and web technologies. Offer recommendations and reviews.
Play a role in the growth and education of new artists.
Assist in the mentorship and training of new web development staff.
Qualifications:
Conceptually-minded and focused on new methods of gaming/entertainment design.
At least two years of design and production experience with a strong understanding of flash art/animation and interactive/web design.
Demonstrated ability to work confidently with team members Art Directors, Producers, Flash Developers - to achieve the greater artistic goals of an AAA project.
Must understand the importance of collaboration with peers of different disciplines.
Ability to quickly understand a customers goals, brand and marketing objectives for products.
Possesses superior communication skills, organized and proven ability to meet deadlines.
Must be able to demonstrate ideas both visually and with written words.
Strong visual style (traditional and digital).
Excellent eye for color, texture, lighting and form.
Extensive experience with Flash, Photoshop, Illustrator.
Experience in 3D art/animation tools (Max, Maya) a plus but not required.
Up to date knowledge of Internet technologies and capabilities.
A professional demeanor, with strong interpersonal, problem solving skills.
A portfolio that shows an integrated visual style that demonstrates compelling visual form, polished technical implementation, and presentation excellence.
To apply for this position please send a resume to jobs@wagerworks.com or jvanlandingham@wagerworks.com.
We offer Competitive Pay and Great Benefits. We have an exciting opportunity for you and would like to see what you can offer us.
WagerWorks, Inc., a rapidly growing online gaming and poker company based in San Francisco, CA with offices in the UK.
Location: San Francisco, CA, United States
Contact info:
http://www.wagerworks.com
E-mail: jvanlandingham@wagerworks.com
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Wagerworks is looking for Game Artist
duration - Full Time
Job details: Game Artist Game Artist
Description / Responsibilities:
The Game Artist plays a dynamic part in the design, implementation and production of WagerWorks game content. This includes development of all game visual assets including but not limited to characters, symbols, backgrounds, transitions, and visual effects. In order to succeed at this job, the Game Artist will need to have a superior understanding of online games/entertainment, a background in producing content, and a strong eye to execute rough concepts into polished visuals. Extensive knowledge of Macromedia Flash will be required, as well as Photoshop, Illustrator or other vector-based tools. Our Game Artists need to be completely comfortable working in a team-based environment comprised of Art Directors, Producers and Flash Developers.
Essential Duties:
Manage the implementation, construction, and development of innovative Flash games which satisfy WagerWorks corporate and marketing goals.
Work directly with Art Directors to ensure that projects meet the WagerWorks standard of quality and are produced on time.
Work closely with Art Directors for the creation of concepts, presentation materials, project style-guides, and final refinements as projects enter production.
Create and design highly optimized art/animations that conform to the limitations inherent within a flash delivery environment.
Successfully implement the creative and visual design of projects.
Develop a mastery of the WagerWorks production methodologies and contribute to enhancing/improving our production process.
Work directly with team leads to provide creative solutions to production challenges.
Maintain high standards for design and production values within department.
Play an active role in brainstorming sessions for individual projects.
Identify development methodologies to continually improve our production practices and efficiency. Communicate those improvements to content managers.
When available, evaluate current and new production software and web technologies. Offer recommendations and reviews.
Play a role in the growth and education of new artists.
Assist in the mentorship and training of new web development staff.
Qualifications:
Conceptually-minded and focused on new methods of gaming/entertainment design.
At least two years of design and production experience with a strong understanding of flash art/animation and interactive/web design.
Demonstrated ability to work confidently with team members Art Directors, Producers, Flash Developers - to achieve the greater artistic goals of an AAA project.
Must understand the importance of collaboration with peers of different disciplines.
Ability to quickly understand a customers goals, brand and marketing objectives for products.
Possesses superior communication skills, organized and proven ability to meet deadlines.
Must be able to demonstrate ideas both visually and with written words.
Strong visual style (traditional and digital).
Excellent eye for color, texture, lighting and form.
Extensive experience with Flash, Photoshop, Illustrator.
Experience in 3D art/animation tools (Max, Maya) a plus but not required.
Up to date knowledge of Internet technologies and capabilities.
A professional demeanor, with strong interpersonal, problem solving skills.
A portfolio that shows an integrated visual style that demonstrates compelling visual form, polished technical implementation, and presentation excellence.
To apply for this position please send a resume to jobs@wagerworks.com or jvanlandingham@wagerworks.com.
We offer Competitive Pay and Great Benefits. We have an exciting opportunity for you and would like to see what you can offer us.
WagerWorks, Inc., a rapidly growing online gaming and poker company based in San Francisco, CA with offices in the UK.
Location: San Francisco, CA, United States
Contact info:
http://www.wagerworks.com
E-mail: jvanlandingham@wagerworks.com
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