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[Full-time] Digital Artist Assistant at McCown Design Agency

2011-11-06 16:21:56

Location: Palos Verdes Estates, California
URL: http://www.mccowndesignagency.com

Description:

Digital Artist Assistant

Seeking assistant to Creative Director/Head Illustrator. Full time, must be proficient in photoshop, very organized, quick to learn, able to take creative direction with inititative, must meet tight deadlines. Duties include: line work, color blocking, some free hand sketching, story board and comps, and computer filing.

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[Full-time] Animation and Art Internship Internship at Big Red Button Entertainment

2011-10-18 17:38:02

Location: Los Angeles, California
URL: http://brbent.com

Description:

Big Red Button Entertainment, Inc., founded by 13 year Naughty Dog Art Director, is looking for an Animation and Art intern to help build AAA games in El Segundo, California. Depending on experience, we will offer pay or academic credit opportunities.

Our focus is to create original character based IPs for cross-platform and cross-media development. With our philosophy of creative accountability, we build on our experience of strong execution skills, especially the ability to create innovative mass market games, while still iterating and tuning solid gameplay and meeting all deadlines.

We are extremely proud of our founders’ uncommon track record of delivering more than a decade of critically acclaimed titles, including 8 Platinum Best-Selling titles, without missing any of our final ship schedules. Ever.

Are you passionate about making great games and learning a wide array of skills in a hands-on internship?

Specific Responsibilities

Work with senior animators to create database of animation reference and research material.

Use artistic sensibilities to find reference images that fit established game styles.

Expand on style guide elements established by leads.

Basic animation tasks, when applicable.

Simple editing of videos to suit research needs.

Education and/or Experience that you bring with you:

Proficient in internet research, collecting and organizing digital media.

Basic understanding of video editing software.

Basic understanding of animation.

Pursuing or completed a degree or equivalent experience in animation.

Strong creative design and communication skills.

Self-directed and ability to work independently.

Attention to detail and ability to follow directions.

You must currently be located in Los Angeles, CA to apply.

The following will be a benefit to your application

Enrolled in or a graduate from a B.A., B.S. or similar program or Masters program.

Demonstrated passion for games and the game industry.

Demonstrated capacity or willingness to be a team player.

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[Full-time] Animation and Art Internship Internship -- Immediate availability at Big Red Button Entertainment

2011-09-20 22:35:41

Location: Los Angeles, California
URL: http://www.brbent.com

Description:

Los Angeles, California

Are you passionate about making great games and learning a wide array of skills in a hands-on internship?

Specific Responsibilities

Work with senior animators to create database of animation reference and research material.

Use artistic sensibilities to find reference images that fit established game styles.

Expand on style guide elements established by leads.

Basic animation tasks, when applicable.

Simple editing of videos to suit research needs.

Education and/or Experience that you bring with you:

Proficient in internet research, collecting and organizing digital media.

Basic understanding of video editing software.

Basic understanding of animation.

Pursuing or completed a degree or equivalent experience in animation.

Strong creative design and communication skills.

Self-directed and ability to work independently.

Attention to detail and ability to follow directions.

You must currently be located in Los Angeles, CA to apply.

The following will be a benefit to your application

Enrolled in or a graduate from a B.A., B.S. or similar program or Masters program.

Demonstrated passion for games and the game industry.

Demonstrated capacity or willingness to be a team player.

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[Part-time] 3d Game Art Internship - Codename Games at Codename Games

2011-08-23 13:47:42

Location: Los Angeles, California
URL: http://www.codenamegames.com

Description:

Codename Games is seeking a talented 3D artist to assist with 3D asset creation for various ongoing projects. You will be involved in the entire art process, from concept to asset creation, to animation. While you will be receiving direction from your project lead and a lead artist, you will also have an opportunity to influence the look of the games you work on. The games you work on will be in several art styles across multiple platforms, so flexibility and adaptability are key. This is an unpaid internship, but you will receive course credit and will be credited as an Assistant Artist on any games you work on. You will also be free to use projects you work on in your personal portfolio. Requirements:

Pursuing games-related or digital art degree

Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop and Autodesk Maya (2008 or later)

Texturing skills in Maya

Strong concept art skills (line drawing and coloring)

Ability to receive/respond to art direction

Good communication skills and a positive attitude

Bonus Points:

Maya animation skills

Some game design background

Previous industry experience

About Codename Games

Codename Games is an independent games label developing small, innovative, independent projects for consoles and the web. Borrowing ideas from the best maverick, artist-focused entertainment enterprises, Codename works with small independent developers worldwide, internally and externally to develop smart, new indie games.We are located in downtown Los Angeles.

http://www.codenamegames.com http://www.facebook.com/pages/CODENAME/358090265838?ref=ts http://twitter.com/codenamegames

To Apply

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and link to an online portfolio or reel to jasmine@codenamegames.com. Please put 3D Game Art Intern in the subject line.Please, no calls or drop-ins.

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[Full-time] 2D Animation Intern at Obsidian Entertainment at Obsidian Entertainment

2011-07-18 16:10:18

Location: Irvine, California
URL: http://www.obsidianent.com

Description:

2D Animation Intern

Obsidian Entertainment is looking for a new intern with 2D animation experience. This person should be comfortable creating characters, environments and effects in 2D, and have a basic understanding of classic animation techniques. An animation test will be required of all applicants.

Requirements

• Must be able to animate characters and effects in Flash and manage scenes and assets efficiently

• Proficient with Adobe Photoshop or Adobe Illustrator

• Exceptional motivation and attitude

• Able to adhere to tight schedules

• Able to iterate quickly and often on designs. The means moving from a basic concept or story board to a rough animatic, to a final animation

Pluses

• Previous experience on mobile or browser based Flash applications or games

• Intermediate or advanced knowledge of Actionscript or comparable programming languages

• Familiarity with any of the following programs: After Effects, Maya, 3ds Max, Scaleform

• Freehand illustration skills

Responsibilities

• Assist lead artist in creating assets and character animations

• Help train programmers and artists from other disciplines on how to use the Flash toolset

• Work with programmers and other artists to develop a flexible pipeline

All resumes must be accompanied with website portfolio or samples of work

Simply apply via e-mail: jobs@obsidian.net

Please put the job you are applying to in the subject line please

Please no phone calls or drop ins. We only accept emailed applications

All candidates must be a Southern California local

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[Full-time] 2D Character Animator at Obsidian Entertainment at Obsidian Entertainment

2011-07-18 16:05:49

Location: Irvine, California
URL: http://www.obsidianent.com

Description:

2D Character Animator

Obsidian Entertainment is looking for a 2D character animator to work on a highly stylized, high profile role playing game. This person should be comfortable creating characters in 2D, and have a strong understanding of traditional animation principles. Knowledge of Flash is strongly preferred. Depending on the applicant’s skill set this may be offered as a contract position.

Requirements

• 2 Years minimum industry experience

• Must be able to animate characters in 2D and manage scenes and assets efficiently

• Exceptional motivation and attitude and a passion for video games

• Able to adhere to tight schedules with minimal supervision

• Able to iterate quickly and often on designs. The means moving from a basic concept or story board to a rough animatic, to a final animation

• Able to work in a very specific animation style

• A strong understanding of the development process

Pluses

• Has previously shipped titles on the PS3 or Xbox 360

• Previous experience on mobile or browser based Flash applications or games

• Past experience animating effects

• Proficient with Adobe Photoshop or Adobe Illustrator

• Basic or intermediate knowledge of Actionscript or comparable programming languages

• Familiarity with any of the following programs: After Effects, Maya, 3ds Max, FaceFX, Scaleform

• Freehand illustration skills

Responsibilities

• Assist lead animator in creating and finishing character animations

• Create and edit conversations, lip sync, and expressions

• Help train programmers and artists from other disciplines on how to use the toolset

Portfolio Requirements:

• Character animation examples

Portfolio Plusses:

• 2D character animation examples

• 3D character animation examples

• Pieces that demonstrate attention to emoting and storytelling

• A reel in QuickTime format

• Character illustrations

• Special Effects animations

• Life drawing samples

• Examples of work in console or mobile games

Submission

• All resumes must be accompanied with website portfolio or samples of work

• For console or studio animations include a document explaining specifically what you did

• Simply apply via e-mail: jobs@obsidian.net

• Please put the job you are applying to in the subject line please

• Please no phone calls or drop ins. We only accept emailed applications

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[Full-time] 2D VFX Animator at Obsidian Entertainment at Obsidian Entertainment

2011-07-18 16:04:12

Location: Irvine, California
URL: http://www.obsidianent.com

Description:

2D VFX Animator

Obsidian Entertainment is looking for a talented self-motivated animator to create a range of 2D effects and animations for a highly stylized 2D world. This artist will be responsible for creating both ambient effects (such as smoke, fire, and lightning) and more detailed prop animation (a tree limb breaking, a glass shattering, etc.). These effects will be created using Flash or After Effects, but experience with comparable programs is acceptable. This is a long term contract position offering full benefits. Depending on the level of experience and portfolio, an art test may be required.

Requirements:

· High proficiency with either Flash, After Effect comparable animation software (preferably more than one)

· Previous experience working with animation, film or games creating effects or character animation

· Ability to rapidly master proprietary tools and development pipelines

· Independently resourceful and able come up with creative solutions

· Receptive to art direction and critiques from project art leads

· Strong foundation in traditional animation

· Strong organizational and communication skills

· Passion for gaming

Plusses:

· Worked on previous game titles, either console, online, or mobile platforms

· A background in illustration

· An interest in video game theory and design

· Storyboard experience

· Experience with video compositing

Responsibilities:

· Create a wide range of 2D effects alongside environment artists and animators

· Work closely with Art Director and Level Designers to ensure the visual target is met or exceeded

· Actively participate in technical and aesthetic problem solving discussions

· Complete work under reasonable deadlines

Portfolio Requirements:

· An online VFX reel

Portfolio Plusses

· Examples of non-VFX animation skills

· Life drawings or Character Concepts

· Environment concepts

All resumes must be accompanied with website portfolio

Simply apply via e-mail: jobs@obsidian.net

Please put the job you are applying to in the subject line please

Please no phone calls or drop ins. We only accept emailed applications

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[Full-time] User Interface and Graphics Design Intern at Big Red Button Entertainment

2011-07-06 15:29:13

Location: Los Angeles, California
URL: http://www.brbent.com

Description:

User Interface and Graphics Design

Internship — Immediate availabilityLos Angeles, California

Big Red Button Entertainment, Inc., founded by 13 year Naughty Dog Art & Creative Directors, is looking for a User Interface and Graphics Design intern to help build indie games in El Segundo, California. Depending on experience, we will offer pay or academic credit opportunities.

Are you passionate about making great games and learning a wide array of skills in a hands-on internship?

Specific Responsibilities

Graphics Design Work

Interactive graphics and experimental design for user interface and heads-up-display prototypes.

Design engaging and thematic graphics for diverse uses throughout Big Red Button’s business

Graphical layout design for promotional documents, pitches to publishers

User Interface:

Explore design of logic, layout, and flow of in game User Interfaces (UI) including: HUD, Menus, and Lobby

Work closely with artist(s) to determine presentation of UI

Collaborate with designers, artists and programmers on UI designs

Education and/or Experience that you bring with you:

Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop

Strong creative design and communication skills.

Self-directed and ability to work independently.

Highly familiar with online/multiplayer games and lobby designs.

Art, layout, or graphic design experience.

The following will be a benefit to your application

Enrolled in or a graduate from a B.A., B.S. or similar program or Masters program.

Demonstrated proficiency at ActionScript 3.0 and Flash

Strong grasp of MS Word and Visio

Experience with Axure RP or other interface prototyping applications

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[Part-time] Summer 3D Game Art Internship at Codename Games

2011-03-28 12:47:53

Location: Los Angeles, California
URL: http://www.codenamegames.com

Description:

Codename Games is seeking a talented 3D artist to assist with 3D and 2D asset creation for various ongoing projects. You will be involved in the entire art process, from concept to asset creation, to animation. While you will be receiving direction from your project lead and a lead artist, you will also have an opportunity to influence the look of the games you work on. The games you work on will be in several art styles across multiple platforms, so flexibility and adaptability are key. This is an unpaid internship, but you will receive course credit and will be credited as an Assistant Artist on any games you work on. You will also be free to use projects you work on in your personal portfolio. The intern should be available 2 – 4 full (6 -8 hour) days per week, Monday – Thursday. Sorry no Fridays.

Requirements:

Pursuing games-related or digital art degree

Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop and Autodesk Maya (2008 or later)

Texturing skills in Maya

Strong concept art skills (line drawing and coloring)

Ability to receive/respond to art direction

Good communication skills and a positive attitude

Bonus Points:

Maya animation skills

Some game design background

Previous industry experience

About Codename Games

To Apply

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and link to an online portfolio or reel to jasmine@codenamegames.com. Please, no calls or drop-ins.

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[Part-time] Summer 2D/Concept Art Internship at Codename Games

2011-03-28 12:46:34

Location: Los Angeles, California
URL: http://www.codenamegames.com

Description:

Codename Games is seeking a talented 2d/concept artist to assist with 2D asset creation for various ongoing projects. You will be involved in the entire art process, from concept to asset creation. While you will be receiving direction from your project lead and a lead artist, you will also have an opportunity to influence the look of the games you work on. The games you work on will be in several art styles across multiple platforms, so flexibility and adaptability are key. This is an unpaid internship, but you will receive course credit and will be credited as an Assistant Artist on any games you work on. You will also be free to use projects you work on in your personal portfolio. The intern should be available 2 – 4 full (6 -8 hour) days per week, Monday – Thursday. Sorry no Fridays.

Requirements:

Pursuing games-related or digital art degree

Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator

Flash animation skills

Texturing skills in Maya

Strong concept art skills (line drawing and coloring)

Ability to receive/respond to art direction

Good communication skills and a positive attitude

Bonus Points:

Maya animation skills

Maya modeling skills

Some game design background

Previous industry experience

About Codename Games

To Apply

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and link to an online portfolio or reel to jasmine@codenamegames.com. Please, no calls or drop-ins.

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