Job Description
 

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• Create all aspects of 2D and 3D game effects. This includes particle systems, animating textures, polygonal effects meshes, and assets that may be used procedurally by programmers
• May contribute to design and/or conceptualization efforts as needed
• Help create foundational particle systems for game engine using proprietary tools
• Create polygonal and texture effects assets to be used by programmers
• Work closely with programmers to ensure visual quality of procedural effects
• Using 3D software, simulate and render animations of in-game effects as proof-of-concept for current and future hardware
• Create realistic effects such as fire, smoke, and explosions using limited game resources
• Meet project deadlines / milestones as set by project leads
• Actively participate in team / department meetings

Person Specification:

• 3 to 5 years experience as a 3D artist real time (Special Effect Artist, Level Artist, Model Artist, Texturer, Assistant Art Technical Director). 

• Ability to model and texture in 3D
• Experience with particle effects
• Strong technical aptitude related to 3D modeling tools and game engine technologies
• Fluent knowledge of Maya and Photoshop
• Ability to be receptive to art direction and to perform well within a collaborative team environment

• Strong sense of responsibility
• Ability to cleary communicate ideas
• Thrives on achieving superior results
• Team Player
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.

• Ambition and passion for video games are essential!