Who We Are
At Visual Concepts, we believe great games are made by diverse and empowered teams with a shared passion for play. As one of the world’s top game development studios, we have shipped over 100 multi-SKU titles to critical acclaim and commercial success. Our teams are independent and entrepreneurial. Our studios in Agoura Hills, Novato, Orange County, Budapest, Shanghai, and Seoul are committed to artistry and technical innovation, offering top candidates the opportunity to learn and grow with some of the smartest and most creative minds in the industry.
What We Need
Our Novato studio is looking for an experienced Senior Motion Design Artist to contribute to the next iteration of the award-winning NBA 2K franchise. In this role, you will work with a team of UI artists to create multiple visually stunningly animated 2D and 3D UI presentation experiences, transitions, and screen wipes.
What You Will Do
- Using Maya to implement UI and motion graphics into the game engine. (it’s okay if you haven’t used Maya, so long as you can navigate other 3D software
- Turn loose sketch or static designs into a conceptual masterpiece
- Know how to offer and take constructive criticism. Ability to take direction well
- Interface with design and engineering to implement final art into the game engine
Nice To Have
- Excellent communication verbal and written skills and attention to detail
- Comfortable working with popular 3D animation apps.
- Comfortable working with Adobe Suite (.ai, .psd., maybe some aefx)
- Have a solid sense of color theory, composition, typography with current design trends
- Be willing to learn and assemble your work with proprietary game engine tools
- Must have a REEL showing some examples of principles of animation, easing, timing, secondary action etc.
Extra Credit
– Not required at all but any one or more of these would help!
- Be Autonomous - A strong work ethic is essential – Our team is built on a support structure
- Knowledge of video editing, After Effects, and plugins
- Knowledge of any scripting language
- Game industry experience or using TestTrack Pro, Perforce, Shotgun
- Is an avid gamer. We make games and we also play them!
Along with your application, please submit a portfolio of professional or personal work samples, demonstrating successful understanding and application of industry standard practices.