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Visual Concepts / 2K Sports

Novato, California - United States
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Environment Artist - 2K Sports

Description

Environment Artist - 2K Sports

 

SUMMARY: Utilizing traditional art training and knowledge of design and computer graphics software, create art for software products.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

·    Create, define, and develop high quality environments and other art aspects of games, as prescribed by management.

·    Ensure that textures are consistent with defined visual style for the game.

·    Utilize tools to ensure texture assets are fully optimized for target platforms while minimizing any impact on artistic integrity of assets.

·    Follow the schedule and pipeline as established by the Lead Artist.

·    Deliver quality work as scheduled in accordance with the production design, product requirements, and producer direction.

·    Proactively seeks feedback from the Art Director as to accuracy and quality.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

 

Education and experience:

 

·         2+ years of experience in 2D and 3D art production.

·         Demonstrated ability to work with a high degree of self-direction.

·         Have shipped 4+ successful products

·         High end environment rendering preferred

Desired Skills / Extras

Skills:

 

·         Strong art skills with strong knowledge of Maya, Photoshop and/or other technologies utilized in the production of game art.

·         Strong graphic design/layout skills.

·         Knowledge of architecture and architectural design, environment lighting, dense mesh modeling, and normal map creation.

·         Strong communication skills.

·         Ability to learn new software tools and technologies.

·         Ability to work in a team setting, under deadlines and time constraints.

·         Ability to troubleshoot technical problems.

·         Adaptable to changing deadlines and priorities.

 

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