Sr. FX Artist

Description

Spark is looking for an FX artist to design cutting edge content to join us in making a breakout hit based on an established console franchise. This is an opportunity for you to have a hand in creating a bold new take on 3rd Person Action/Horror. The artist should have a thorough knowledge of the creation of effects within a game environment. The ideal candidate is both an outstanding artist and technically proficient in generating game-useable material. Prior working knowledge of Unreal’s Cascade system is highly desirable.

Responsibilities:
• Create high quality in-game particle systems in the Unreal Engine 3, including simulation driven effects.
• Work with the Art Director to align the look of the effects with the game world.
• Build efficient particle systems that work within technical constraints.
• Be a proactive problem solver with solid grasp of artistic and design principles.

Requirements

• Comprehensive knowledge of effects and particle systems as demonstrated by a strong portfolio.
• Passion for video games and broad knowledge of titles and industry standards.
• Comprehensive knowledge of shaders.
• Shipped at least two games in the past five years as a full time FX artist.
• Ability to provide realistic time estimates to perform tasks.
• Be proactive at fixing issues that are discovered.
• Excellent communication, time-management and organizational skills. A strong ability to work across multiple disciplines to gather feedback and address cross-functional issues and support multiple groups.

Desired Skills / Extras

• Comprehensive knowledge of the Unreal Engine and particles systems (Cascade).
• Strong traditional art background.
• Third person action genre experience.
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment.

How to Apply:
• Applicants must be able to work at our Sherman Oaks, California studios.
• No visits or phone calls, please.
• Make sure your CreativeHeads.net profile includes your updated resume preferably as a PDF or in Word 2003 or later format.
• Include links to online portfolio, no drop offs please.
• Make sure your resume also includes your name, address, phone, and email.

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