Lead Artist job
Posted: September 04, 2006
Post subject: Lead Artist
Post subject: Lead Artist
subject: Lead Artist , Secret Level
Secret Level is looking for Lead Artist
duration - Full Time
Job details: Lead Artist Secret Levels Lead Artist will be responsible for overseeing and maintaining, throughout the development cycle the visual goals of Golden Axe set by the Production Designer for the team to follow, and to assure quality and continuity across the project. The Lead Artist works closely with the Art Manager, Producer and other Leads to address all issues related to the development of art within the project adhering to project constraints.
Responsibilities
Live and breathe Golden Axe!
Maintain visual continuity between assets and artists on the project
Work with the Art Manager, Art Tech Director, and Leads to set up, maintain and troubleshoot the Art production pipeline.
Proactively identify project risks and propose solutions when issues arise in art
Recognize and develop talent on the team
Work with Art Manager to create and maintain art teams task lists, schedules, and workflow and resolve any issues arising from production
Manage the day to day work quality of the art team
Establish a regular art review schedule internally within the team
Work with the Art Tech Director to handle technical aspects of the art team: art processes, tools, budgets, texture budgets, task definitions & all pipeline issues
Implement & maintain quality control & performance guidelines for all game assets
Demonstrate, communicate and exemplify clear expectations for quality of work, productivity, communication and professionalism to the team
Communicate technical guidelines for art creation and runtime implementation to the team
Maintain and communicate a strong knowledge of innovative game production technologies and the capabilities/limitations of these technologies as they relate to the project goals
Essential Skills and Experience
5+ years of experience on previous video game development teams
Significant game industry experience with experience in a lead role
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proven ability in at least two of the following: 3D environment creation, character and/or prop modeling, user interface design, pre-visualization, graphic design, particle FX, MEL script
Demonstrated ability in providing art critiques, both visual and verbal is a must
A degree in Art is preferable
Strong proficiency with one or more of the following software: Maya, Photoshop, Zbrush.
Preferred Skills and Experience
Strong traditional drawing and painting skills
A solid understanding of composition and form
Location: San Francisco, CA, United States
Contact info:
If you believe you are a good match for Secret Level, please access our online application system at http://www.secretlevel.com/jobs. Portfolios and demo reels (in either VHS or CDROM format) can be sent to our mailing address at
Staffing and Recruiting
123 Townsend St.
Suite 300
San Francisco CA
94107.
http://www.secretlevel.com/jobs
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Secret Level is looking for Lead Artist
duration - Full Time
Job details: Lead Artist Secret Levels Lead Artist will be responsible for overseeing and maintaining, throughout the development cycle the visual goals of Golden Axe set by the Production Designer for the team to follow, and to assure quality and continuity across the project. The Lead Artist works closely with the Art Manager, Producer and other Leads to address all issues related to the development of art within the project adhering to project constraints.
Responsibilities
Live and breathe Golden Axe!
Maintain visual continuity between assets and artists on the project
Work with the Art Manager, Art Tech Director, and Leads to set up, maintain and troubleshoot the Art production pipeline.
Proactively identify project risks and propose solutions when issues arise in art
Recognize and develop talent on the team
Work with Art Manager to create and maintain art teams task lists, schedules, and workflow and resolve any issues arising from production
Manage the day to day work quality of the art team
Establish a regular art review schedule internally within the team
Work with the Art Tech Director to handle technical aspects of the art team: art processes, tools, budgets, texture budgets, task definitions & all pipeline issues
Implement & maintain quality control & performance guidelines for all game assets
Demonstrate, communicate and exemplify clear expectations for quality of work, productivity, communication and professionalism to the team
Communicate technical guidelines for art creation and runtime implementation to the team
Maintain and communicate a strong knowledge of innovative game production technologies and the capabilities/limitations of these technologies as they relate to the project goals
Essential Skills and Experience
5+ years of experience on previous video game development teams
Significant game industry experience with experience in a lead role
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proven ability in at least two of the following: 3D environment creation, character and/or prop modeling, user interface design, pre-visualization, graphic design, particle FX, MEL script
Demonstrated ability in providing art critiques, both visual and verbal is a must
A degree in Art is preferable
Strong proficiency with one or more of the following software: Maya, Photoshop, Zbrush.
Preferred Skills and Experience
Strong traditional drawing and painting skills
A solid understanding of composition and form
Location: San Francisco, CA, United States
Contact info:
If you believe you are a good match for Secret Level, please access our online application system at http://www.secretlevel.com/jobs. Portfolios and demo reels (in either VHS or CDROM format) can be sent to our mailing address at
Staffing and Recruiting
123 Townsend St.
Suite 300
San Francisco CA
94107.
http://www.secretlevel.com/jobs
_________________
CG jobs
3d modeling jobs