Senior Character Artist

Description

Harmonix is seeking accomplished Character Artists to envision bold, new game initiatives and forge another generation of innovative titles. Character artists will create everything from the initial concept drawings, the models, and texture maps, and add the finishing touches.

Responsibilities:

Create amazing high-poly character models with refined texture maps in 3D Studio Max and Z-Brush
Help establish and refine character pipelines
Work quickly and effectively to contribute to the overall progress of the character team
Collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team
Work with producers to keep the game on track and stress-free

Requirements

Qualifications:

3+ years experience as a Character Artist in the games industry with minimum one shipped title

Excellent skills in modeling and texture mapping, including diffuse, normal, and specular maps

Experience with 3DSMax and Z-Brush

Demonstrated understanding of game creation limitations/dependencies

Demonstrated traditional drawing skills

Self-starting and organized

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Ability and willingness to create games that do not follow traditional game-art styles

BFA from accredited Art or Design college

Experience with Animation, Rigging, Special Effects a plus

Sample Work Required:

Please provide a link to an online portfolio that is kept up-to-date

Please include an explanation of your work: what you were responsible for, what tools you used, etc.

Please also include work demonstrating traditional drawing skills if available

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