THIS IS A REMOTE CONTRACT POSITION
Position includes:
- Paid weekly
- Flexible/remote work environment
- Health care benefits paid
- Paid time off provided
- Paid holidays observed
- Access to Nintendo discounts
Retro Studios
Founded in 1998, Retro Studios is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nintendo Company, Ltd. Retro is a state-of-the-art game development studio, working in conjunction with Nintendo to bring award-winning games to Nintendo's cutting-edge next-generation platforms. Retro Studios is located in beautiful Austin, Texas. With rolling hills, scenic waterways, abundant wildlife, vibrant music and film scenes, and a laid-back cosmopolitan culture, Austin is a dynamic city with an excellent quality of life. Austin's sunny weather also supports a great range of outdoor activities, providing plenty of venues for top-notch game developers to recharge and unwind.
Announced by Nintendo in January 2019, Retro Studios is currently in the midst of developing Metroid Prime 4 for the Nintendo Switch.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
- Work with the narrative team to quickly create cinematic layout that best represents the style of the IP
- Help storyboard artists and writers to create interesting, “gameplay first” cinematic moments
- Help to maintain cinematic foundations established by the cinematic team
- Assist in editing and tracking of cinematics
- Work with the design team to reinforce gameplay goals through filmic moments
- Work with various teams to ensure that the game cinematics are implemented into engine
- Assist the animation team’s effort by communicating intent and goals for each cinematic moment
- Help identify interesting performance moments that elevate the product
- Polish cameras while maintaining the intended messaging and emotion of the scene
*This job description outlines primary duties and requirements and is not intended to identify all tasks that may be performed; individuals occupying the position may be required to perform other duties. The company may modify job duties from time to time, either in practice or in writing.