This job listing expired on Oct 31, 2020
Intrepid Studios is looking for a highly imaginative artisan of magic, a maker of spells, a wizard of technology who compulsively makes the fantastical real. We are looking for a real time special effects artist to join our award winning team of visual effects artists to work on our epic MMORPG Ashes of Creation.
Responsibilities:
- Work with the Creative Director, Art Team, and Design Team, on creation and implementation of VFX for character abilities, spells, combat visuals and environmental FX
- Keep cohesion with the style of the game, to provide an immersive experience for the players
- Keep up to date with the latest techniques and practices of VFX
Requirements:
- - Ability to create exceptional real time visual effects
- Creation of assets from scratch using in engine and 3rd party tools
- 3D modeling and UV mapping skills
- Ability to proactively work across departments to discuss and overcome technical obstacles for FX implementation
- Driven to innovate and solve problems
Additional Considerations (Pluses):
- AAA Game Development Experience
- UE4 experience- (Cascade, Materials, Sequencer, Niagara, Blueprints)
- Solid game design awareness and an exceptional game design-oriented collaborator
- A multidisciplinary background
- Python or coding experience
- Houdini
- Simulation experience (Destruction, Fluids, etc)
- 2D animation skills
- Traditional Art skills
- Experience creating effects in a range of styles
Required Application Materials:
- Resume
- Reel demonstrating your VFX skills
- Cover Letter which should include:
- Why you are interested in working at Intrepid
- What games you are currently playing