Description
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Netherrealm
Studios, a division of WB Games Inc., is looking for an exceptionally skilled
artist who will be responsible for creating compelling cutscenes and
interactive events through the application of traditional filmmaking principals
using tools like Unreal and Motion Builder.
Job Responsibilities:
-Using industry standard 3D packages, such as
Motion Builder, as well as proprietary team tools to create in-game cinematics.
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Establish character blocking, camera positioning
and animate camera movement
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Provide technical set-up of shots, characters, etc
for downstream production departments
-QA work in-engine to ensure content is working
effectively
-Participates in department meetings to share
personal ideas and collect feedback
JOB QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:
Work Experience
·Five or more years of art and design experience on previous video game development teams.
·Involved in production on at least 2 titles that have been previously released.
·Previous experience with a cinematic pipeline
Education, Professional Training, Technical Training or Certification
· Bachelor’s Degree in Film, Animation, or Fine Arts recommended, though not required.
Knowledge/Skills
·Full understanding of acting basics including posing and timing.
·Excellent cinematic language and story development skills
·Experience with staging action-oriented and dramatic sequences.
·Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
.Able to work on and solve complex technical issues
·Ability to work well under pressure and deadlines.
·Quick to adapt to company proprietary software.
Preferred Skills/Experiences
·Experience working in and creating content in Motion Builder and Maya
·Previous work in Unreal engine/Matinee
Other Requirements
·Demo reel that contains entire sequences where you are responsible for all of the layout work
·Additional art skills are preferred: fine arts skills, including drawing and painting; traditional sculpting; strong figure drawing skills; storyboarding
·Receptive to direction and perform well within a team environment.
·Strong interest in computer or video games.
Management has the right to add or change duties and job requirements at any time.
The Warner Bros. Entertainment Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital status, military or veteran's status (including protected veterans, as may be required by federal law), sexual orientation or any other category protected by law.