Graphic Artist

Description

OVERALL PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVE

Responsible for the design of quality 2D/3D graphics and animations best suited for the Casino market video slots.

Description: The Graphic Artist/Animator will work in a creative and fast paced environment as an integral part of our Las Vegas Game Development Studio. Responsible for the creation of art and animation for best in class casino games, the primary function of this position is the development and timely delivery of high quality 2D and 3D game art assets in collaboration with the game designer and project team.  Successful candidate will demonstrate a high degree of initiative, creativity and independent thinking. 

If you apply a creative, collaborative approach to development of 2D and 3D art and animations and enjoy working in a fun, casual gaming environment interacting with developers, mathematicians and game designers, you may be the person for the job! 

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Undergrad degree or college diploma/certificate in computer graphic design.

Work Experience:

• 5+ years professional graphic design including illustration, animation, and computer graphic design.
• Proficient in computer graphics software. (i.e.: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe After Effects, Autodesk Maya, Autodesk 3D Studio Max)

Preferred Experience:

• Real-time 3D
• Game studio environment, especially Casino slot games
• High degree of creativity and innovation

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Designs high quality graphics and animations best suited for a casino market. Remains current on multimedia, graphics and animation techniques, trends, and styles.
• Participates in brainstorming sessions & peer review. Works with the Game Designer to visualize all aspects of a new game.
• Develops a visual identity for each product, keeping all elements consistent in style for both the base game and all subsequent bonus games.
• Develops game backgrounds, user interface, character designs, story board graphics, FX and 2D/3D animations of the highest caliber to create a product that is a complete entertainment package.
• Executes an initial idea visually from the conceptual stage, through to production.
• Works with software developer to ensure final graphics are properly formatted/optimized
• Creates graphics for marketing packages.
• Creates game-ready electronic artwork in accordance with the capabilities & requirements of the product.
• Creates and animates logos.
• Provides recommendations based on expertise.
• Able to work in a fast paced environment and manage shifting priorities.