UI Artist job
Posted: February 20, 2008
Post subject: UI Artist
Post subject: UI Artist
subject: UI Artist , 2K Marin
2K Marin is looking for UI Artist
duration - Indefinite
Job details: UI ArtistSome of the people responsible for creating the award-winning “Bioshock” are starting up a new studio in northern California called “2K Marin”. We are looking for a UI artist for our upcoming, unannounced project. To qualify, you probably should 1) remember that laughing skull that exploded into hundreds of polygons from the hacking scene in “Weird Science”, and 2) you likely think it is hilarious, but only because you thought it was awesome when you were nine. If you don't meet this stringent requirement, we will still consider you if you are 1) interested in the meticulous details pertaining to artistic representation of information on console videogames, 2) a really great graphic designer and 3) Able to transform our game designers' boring spreadsheet looking specs of meta-game menu and machine functionalities into awesome-looking and fun-playing HUD elements, game menus, electro-mechanical doohickeys, and interactive map screens. Job Responsibilities· Help UI Designer visualize the various interface systems in our game· Sketch/Paint/Concept ideas for cool-looking menus and HUD elements· Produce 3D and 2D art for all elements of a console game interface· Script simple animations and effects for menus and interface elements· Work with Art Director, Lead Artist to ensure artistic unity with the entire projectRequired Skills· Experience designing interfaces – Games, web, kiosks, etc· Experience with Flash· Understanding limitations of information display and interactivity on today's game consoles· Ability to take direction well· Able to respond elegantly to difficult creative changes, often late in the process· Self-Motivated towards solving creative problems· Able to communicate with other artists visually using quick thumbnail sketches or paintings· Should be an active gamer with an analytical eye towards details of console game interfacesExtra Credit· Experience with the Unreal Engine· Fine Art Background· Fluency with 3D Studio Max and Photoshop
· 2+ years game industry experience · ABOUT 2K GAMES2K Games develops and publishes top-line PC, console, and handheld entertainment software with a strong concentration in three distinct categories: sports, high profile licenses and specialty product. Some of the hit titles in 2K's lineup include the critically-praised Bioshock, Sid Meier’s Civilization IV, and The Darkness. At 2K Games our goal is simple: Make games that are the best in the genre and have fun doing it. 2K Games is proudly developing a series of critically acclaimed games. Owned by Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO), 2K Games is a successful, stable company that produces high-quality titles every year.So what does 2K have to offer? How about generous salaries, full medical and dental benefits, a 401k plan, and a fun work environment. 2K Games believes everyone plays a significant role in the development process, meaning all team members contribute their ideas and are important to the success of the game. 2K Games is located in beautiful Novato, California, near mountain bike trails and beaches, about 25 minutes north of San Francisco. That's right - you can make great games, be active outdoors and soak up culture in one of the world’s most beautiful cities all at the same time!
Join our team today
Location: Novato, California, 94949, United States
email - nicole.payte@2kgames.com
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2K Marin is looking for UI Artist
duration - Indefinite
Job details: UI ArtistSome of the people responsible for creating the award-winning “Bioshock” are starting up a new studio in northern California called “2K Marin”. We are looking for a UI artist for our upcoming, unannounced project. To qualify, you probably should 1) remember that laughing skull that exploded into hundreds of polygons from the hacking scene in “Weird Science”, and 2) you likely think it is hilarious, but only because you thought it was awesome when you were nine. If you don't meet this stringent requirement, we will still consider you if you are 1) interested in the meticulous details pertaining to artistic representation of information on console videogames, 2) a really great graphic designer and 3) Able to transform our game designers' boring spreadsheet looking specs of meta-game menu and machine functionalities into awesome-looking and fun-playing HUD elements, game menus, electro-mechanical doohickeys, and interactive map screens. Job Responsibilities· Help UI Designer visualize the various interface systems in our game· Sketch/Paint/Concept ideas for cool-looking menus and HUD elements· Produce 3D and 2D art for all elements of a console game interface· Script simple animations and effects for menus and interface elements· Work with Art Director, Lead Artist to ensure artistic unity with the entire projectRequired Skills· Experience designing interfaces – Games, web, kiosks, etc· Experience with Flash· Understanding limitations of information display and interactivity on today's game consoles· Ability to take direction well· Able to respond elegantly to difficult creative changes, often late in the process· Self-Motivated towards solving creative problems· Able to communicate with other artists visually using quick thumbnail sketches or paintings· Should be an active gamer with an analytical eye towards details of console game interfacesExtra Credit· Experience with the Unreal Engine· Fine Art Background· Fluency with 3D Studio Max and Photoshop
· 2+ years game industry experience · ABOUT 2K GAMES2K Games develops and publishes top-line PC, console, and handheld entertainment software with a strong concentration in three distinct categories: sports, high profile licenses and specialty product. Some of the hit titles in 2K's lineup include the critically-praised Bioshock, Sid Meier’s Civilization IV, and The Darkness. At 2K Games our goal is simple: Make games that are the best in the genre and have fun doing it. 2K Games is proudly developing a series of critically acclaimed games. Owned by Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO), 2K Games is a successful, stable company that produces high-quality titles every year.So what does 2K have to offer? How about generous salaries, full medical and dental benefits, a 401k plan, and a fun work environment. 2K Games believes everyone plays a significant role in the development process, meaning all team members contribute their ideas and are important to the success of the game. 2K Games is located in beautiful Novato, California, near mountain bike trails and beaches, about 25 minutes north of San Francisco. That's right - you can make great games, be active outdoors and soak up culture in one of the world’s most beautiful cities all at the same time!
Join our team today
Location: Novato, California, 94949, United States
email - nicole.payte@2kgames.com
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