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Sr Environment Artist job

Posted: August 30, 2006
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subject: Sr Environment Artist , Pipeworks

Pipeworks is looking for Sr Environment Artist
duration - Full Time

Job details: Sr Environment Artist Experienced environment artist/architect with the skills and passion to conceptualize and create believable, gameplay-rich worlds in a variety of styles.

Job Responsibilities:
Designing, modeling, texturing, and lighting, gameplay-rich city environments using Maya and/or 3DStudioMax.
Model, texture, and polish interior & exterior architecture and world objects based on conceptual artwork and reference photography.
Create and compile concept art and other reference imagery to help drive the construction of the environment.
Collaborating with Lead Artist, Lead Designer and Lead Level Designer to design visually stunning, atmospheric environments and facilitate innovative gameplay mechanics.
Assist the Lead Artist with pre-production documentation, production processes, and team mentorship.
Direct team of level artists and monitor their progress. Provide feedback and encouragement and to assess whether there are any potential issues/concerns brewing with or between any team members. Report progress of the level art team to the project Director and Associate Producer.
Creative vision and passion for console and PC games.

Qualifications / Skills:
Must have previous experience working with and directing external contractors, coordinating the out-sourcing of models, textures, and other environment needs.
Proficiency in Photoshop; must be able to create clean, efficient and tileable textures in a myriad of styles.
Minimum 5 years experience in the games industry.
Ability to accept and provide direction, work well under pressure, and handle multiple tasks.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Able to work autonomously, while still maintaining the art direction.

Pluses:
Architecture or traditional art background
B.A. or equivalent degree preferred

Location: Eugene, OR, United States

Contact info:
1900 Quail St.
Newport Beach, CA 92660
http://www.collectivestudios.com
Phone: 949-255-1900
Fax: 949-724-9664
E-mail: kellyab@collectivestudios.com
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