Position: Character Artist
The Character Artist will be creating models and textures for in-game characters as well as for sketching and providing detailed character designs when necessary. The successful candidate has a strong understanding of Maya, and significant knowledge of art fundamentals.
Responsibilities:
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[li]Creation and delivery of art assets.
[/li][li]Meet project deadlines/milestones as set by project leads.
[/li][li]Contribute to project planning and schedules.
[/li][li]Develop and escalate ongoing feedback and debugging for improvements of process and tools.
[/li][li]Quickly disseminate and communicate pipeline issues and solutions.
[/li][li]Mentor other Character Artists in best practices/processes.
[/li][li]Display a sense of creativity and take ownership of work.
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Required Skills & Abilities:
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[li]2+ years of game development or related industry experience as a 3D Artist or character modeler required.
[/li][li]Good understanding of the production and development cycle.
[/li][li]Strong knowledge in 3D software packages (i.e. MAYA, XSI, ZBRUSH).
[/li][li]Intermediate knowledge of 2D photo manipulation and painting software (i.e. Photoshop).
[/li][li]Ability to digitally sculpt/model & texture both High & Low polygon characters to a HIGH level of quality.
[/li][li]Strong knowledge & understanding of human anatomy, with an eye for accurate proportions, form, and details.
[/li][li]Good communicator, understands and follows direction well, open to feedback and constructive evaluation from peers.
[/li][li]Team player with a positive attitude and influence on others.
[/li][li]Proven ability to work independently and problem solve.
[/li][li]Drive and high motivation to be the best.
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Desirable:
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[li]Degree/diploma/certificate or demonstrated skills in art discipline.
[/li][li]Genuine enthusiasm and interest in playing and creating video games.
[/li][li]Experience in cross-platform development.
[/li][li]A minimum of two shipped game titles also highly desirable.
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To apply, please visit our website at www.bluecastlegames.com
Or email: [b]jobs@bluecastlegames.com[/b]
You can forward your demo reel in CD/DVD format to:
Blue Castle Games Inc. P.O.Box 30592, RPO Brentwood, Burnaby, BC V5C 6J5
Or include your demo website address on your resume.