SENIOR ARTIST, CHARACTERS

Netherrealm Studios, a division of WB Games Inc., seeks a Senior Character Artist who will be responsible for creating character assets of the highest quality. This person will work closely with the Lead Character Artist along with the Art Director to create and maintain the highest quality assets for the game, and ensure that the aesthetic goals are met.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

·  Using industry standard 3D packages as well as proprietary Team tools, creates art assets for their assigned development project. These assets could include any skeletal models, along with weapons, props, and other character related assets.

·  Support design in creating high end content to promote game-play.

·  Ensure that the high-quality bar established by the Art Director and Lead Artist is maintained by themselves and their team.

·  Mentors more junior members of the character team and shares acquired knowledge with the group.

·  Participates in departmental meetings to share personal ideas and define the look and feel of characters.

·  Report daily to the Lead Artist with progress status.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

·  At Least a 2-year 2D/3D art degree, architecture degree, or equivalent.

·  BFA is preferred.

·  Five or more years of art and design experience on previous video game development teams.

·  Involved in production on at least 1 title that has been previously released.

·  Must possess good artistic skills and a working knowledge of 2D/3D art production.

·  Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

·  Ability to work well under pressure and deadlines.

·  Strong interest in computer or video games.

·  Must be proficient in one or more types of 3D software (Maya, 3D Studio Max, SoftImage). Maya is preferred, and a working knowledge of Maya is mandatory.

·  Experience with optimized game resolution modeling (5,000-20,000 triangles)

·  Experience with high polygon sculpting in ZBrush or Mudbox.

·  Strong 2D digital painting and/or drawing skills in Photoshop.

·  Experience working with optimized game resolution textures (1024x1024 or smaller).

·  Strong UV layout skills.

·  Experience with modern real-time 3d engines is a plus, Unreal is preferred.

·  Rigging experience not required, but a plus.

·  Additional art skills are preferred: fine arts skills, including drawing and painting; traditional sculpting; strong figure drawing skills that demonstrate a deep understanding of human anatomy and proportion.

·  Receptive to direction and perform well within a team environment.

·  Self-motivated

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WHY WORK HERE?

NetherRealm Studios is committed to providing a creative, collaborative and ambitious environment where team members are encouraged to reach beyond what has been done before. Working with our team means working with industry leaders -- dedicated professionals at the top of their game striving to make AAA gaming experiences.
Housed in a brand new state-of-the-art facility, NetherRealm Studios offers the opportunity to create and contribute to the development process with great resources at your fingertips. The studio is located in the heart of Chicago, IL, steps away from some of the best entertainment, restaurants and cultural life you can find.