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VFX Artist job

Posted: October 24, 2006
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subject: VFX Artist , FLW International LLC

FLW International LLC is looking for VFX Artist
duration - Indefinite

Job details: VFX Artist

Job Summary
Responsible for creation of remarkable special effects for our upcoming next-generation games. Will develop special effects for all projects in development for current and next generation consoles. Design and implement creative and realistic situations.

Responsibilities
- Create effects to include soft/rigid body dynamics, particles and shaders to simulate the effects of explosions, smoke, fire, steam, fog, rain, flowing water, etc.
- Create natural phenomena hair/fur liquids, cloth, etc.
- Follow concept art, story boards, written descriptions and scripts.
- Create dynamic effects mock-ups for evaluation.
- Work closely with effects system programmers and scripters.
- Works to given deadlines and schedules.
- Work in a dynamic team environment where individual effort is critical to the completed project.

Requirements
- Applicable BFA in Art related field (Computer Animation, 3D modeling, Film, Video).
- Minimum 5-6 years creating realistic and mesmerizing special effects for video games.
- Strong traditional art/animation skills.
- Expert-level skills in 3D graphics, particle systems, dynamics, shaders, etc.
- Excellent working knowledge of all game development tools (Maya/Alias, 3D Studio Max, custom tools, etc.)
- Ability to quickly master proprietary tools and development processes
- Ability to work successfully in a large team of other artists, programmers, and game designers
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and organization skills
- Strong work ethic, self-direction and artistic vision, dedicated work ethic

Skills
- Must also have experience with Maya, CG, HLSL, Renderman, Mental Ray or other shading language.
- Painting skills and strong rendering skills required.
- Expert-level skills in 3D graphics, particle systems, dynamic shaders, and relevant commercial software applications preferably Maya.

Pluses
- Strong architecture or traditional art background (B.A. or equivalent degree preferred).
- Strong 2d/3d conceptual skills.
- Game design and/or creative writing experience.
Location: Newport Beach, California, United States

email - stevenwilliams@flwint.net
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