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April 02, 2009

Special Effects Artist - Specialmove

United Kingdom
JOB TITLE: Special Effects Artist
LOCATION: Midlands
SALARY: Excellent package – Details on request
BENEFITS: TBC
REF NO: SM/CC/97/1085
 
TO APPLY FOR THIS ROLE PLEASE CONTACT john@specialmove.com OR CALL +44 (0)141 585 6491. YOUR DETAILS REMAIN CONFIDENTIAL AND WILL NOT BE SUBMITTED TO OUR CLIENT WITHOUT YOUR AGREEMENT
 
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Stability, security and great games - my client has grown from a modest start-up business into one of the most respected independent development studios in the World. Founded in the early 90’s by 2 industry veterans the organisation currently boasts a wide portfolio of development capability and is staffed by highly-skilled, creative, passionate professionals with a reputation for reliable delivery of high quality games. Currently the company is working on a range of genres from hardcore titles, mass market kids brands, serious games, downloadable games and games technology. This is a great opportunity to secure employment with a first class business offering excellent career advancement and development opportunities.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES
 
• Demo material should be relevant to the position of Special Effect Artist
• Work in collaboration with a Special Effects Programmer
• Complete all designated work to the highest possible standard.
• Maintain a consistent art style under the direction of the Art Manager.
• Ensuring that work is filed correctly using in house asset management tools.
 
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
 
Essential
 
• Good natural artistic ability and flair.
• To work accurately to concept material, identifying the correct approach for the given task.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team, collaborating with other artists, designers and programmers.
• A strong eye for detail and a good understanding of colour theory, lighting and composition.
• Proactive attitude towards constantly improving skills and knowledge, as well as sharing this with other members of the team.
 
Desirable
 
• Knowledge and experience in game asset creation and the limitations involved.
• Strong traditional art skills.
• Technical skills such as scripting and shader creation.
 
 
TO APPLY FOR THIS ROLE PLEASE CONTACT john@specialmove.comOR CALL  +44 (0)141 585 6491. YOUR DETAILS REMAIN CONFIDENTIAL AND WILL NOT BE SUBMITTED TO OUR CLIENT WITHOUT YOUR AGREEMENT
 
 
 
 
 
 

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