Lead Artist job
Posted: November 17, 2006
Post subject: Lead Artist
Post subject: Lead Artist
subject: Lead Artist , Sierra Online
Sierra Online is looking for Lead Artist
duration - Full Time
Job details: Lead Artist Sierra Online, Seattle Studio is looking for a Lead Artist to direct a team of very talented and experienced artists, both in-house and overseas on a highly creative MMO project. The ideal candidate is able to effectively set and implement the visual tone and design vision within a reasonable schedule and budget constraints while still maintaining exceptionally high production values.
Set, maintain, and own the visual direction of the product, making sure that continuity is ensured across all aspects during production
Defines the art schedule and establishes procedures
Works with the technical artist to define an art production pipeline that makes the best use of the requirements of limitations of the target platform
Works with the technical artist to maintains an art asset database including the enforcement of naming conventions, directory structures and asset management.
Works with the designers and programmers to ensure a cohesive and unified development cycle and product vision
Works with our external sister studio in Shanghai, China to determine short- and long-term development priorities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; must be able to communicate difficult and creative concepts in a clear and concise manner; capable of writing design documentation defining needs
Task driven, self motivated, creative person with a strong work ethic and excellent time management skills
Ability to lead by example to set the studio's visual quality, directing a team of artists to realize a unified conceptual vision
Ability to firefight when necessary by providing quality content
Must be able to travel.
Requirements:
Solid knowledge base and demonstrated ability in Discreet 3ds Max or equivalent 3D application.
Strong art fundamentals including hand skills
Ability to drive visual continuity
Ability to make critical decisions regarding responsibilities and drive for end results
Strong communication skills via verbal and written means
Ability to determine realistic timelines and accurate project budgets
Demonstrate initiative and strong problem-solving skills.
5+ years experience in the game industry
Two or more shipped games in the role of Lead Artist
Previous experience in online games a plus.
Willing to work on site in Issaquah, WA.
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and online portfolio/demo reel via email to: globalstaffing@vugames.com with the subject: Lead Artist
Location: Issaquah, WA, United States
Contact info:
E-mail: globalstaffing@vugames.com
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Sierra Online is looking for Lead Artist
duration - Full Time
Job details: Lead Artist Sierra Online, Seattle Studio is looking for a Lead Artist to direct a team of very talented and experienced artists, both in-house and overseas on a highly creative MMO project. The ideal candidate is able to effectively set and implement the visual tone and design vision within a reasonable schedule and budget constraints while still maintaining exceptionally high production values.
Set, maintain, and own the visual direction of the product, making sure that continuity is ensured across all aspects during production
Defines the art schedule and establishes procedures
Works with the technical artist to define an art production pipeline that makes the best use of the requirements of limitations of the target platform
Works with the technical artist to maintains an art asset database including the enforcement of naming conventions, directory structures and asset management.
Works with the designers and programmers to ensure a cohesive and unified development cycle and product vision
Works with our external sister studio in Shanghai, China to determine short- and long-term development priorities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; must be able to communicate difficult and creative concepts in a clear and concise manner; capable of writing design documentation defining needs
Task driven, self motivated, creative person with a strong work ethic and excellent time management skills
Ability to lead by example to set the studio's visual quality, directing a team of artists to realize a unified conceptual vision
Ability to firefight when necessary by providing quality content
Must be able to travel.
Requirements:
Solid knowledge base and demonstrated ability in Discreet 3ds Max or equivalent 3D application.
Strong art fundamentals including hand skills
Ability to drive visual continuity
Ability to make critical decisions regarding responsibilities and drive for end results
Strong communication skills via verbal and written means
Ability to determine realistic timelines and accurate project budgets
Demonstrate initiative and strong problem-solving skills.
5+ years experience in the game industry
Two or more shipped games in the role of Lead Artist
Previous experience in online games a plus.
Willing to work on site in Issaquah, WA.
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and online portfolio/demo reel via email to: globalstaffing@vugames.com with the subject: Lead Artist
Location: Issaquah, WA, United States
Contact info:
E-mail: globalstaffing@vugames.com
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3d modeling jobs