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[Andy Tildsley]

Sorry to trouble you guys but I could do with some advice. I am trying to get my first job in the industry and I'm really struggling. Like everywhere it seems that you require at least 1 year experience, even the runner jobs are difficult to get! I graduated in Design, know a bit about Pro Engineer, Maya and Photoshop. Currently living in Vancouver, Canada but I'm from England. Hope to study a 12 month program in a more specialized field; concept art or animation but I won't be starting the course until Sept 2012 so in the mean time I was really hoping to find a role which is in some way linked to the industry. If you guys have any advice/tips, please share. Thank you in anticipation.

[Warin-3DT]

Hello Andy,

Thank you for stopping by here. Yes getting first job always tricky and hard, but it's not possible still.

I would suggest to pop round at Siggraph this year held in Vancouver. Their job fair is the best

Worth to have a look here for more info: http://www.siggraph.org/s2011/for_attendees/job-fair

Good luck and let us know how you get on

Warin

[rocneasta]

Since we're talking about Canada, try googling for jobs in your area of interest. I found 11 computer graphics related positions in the first two hits.

Secondly, try and make a killer portfolio. In design and CG overall it's crucial to have a good up to date portfolio.

And lastly, if the add dictates experience and you don't have it, apply for it all the same. You might not be invited to the interview, but then again you could. You'll got nothing to loose and everything to gain. You just might ace the interview. One thing you must be aware of is that people usually think of working experience only by looking if you were permanently employed, and not part time or freelance. So make a killer first impression with the interview/portfolio and shout out when you get it.

[Warin-3DT]

Very good tips Rocneasta! I completely agree "a killer portfolio" is a key!

[rocneasta]

Originally Posted by Warin-3DT

Very good tips Rocneasta! I completely agree "a killer portfolio" is a key!

Tnx, i just corrected 3 spelling mistakes, hopefully it's more clear now (stupid HTC mobile typing)

[rocneasta]

Newest jobs...

Senior Trackers - Walking with Dinosaurs

To join us on this project you will need the following:

• Proven Tracking/Matchmove experience in feature films
• Production experience with 3D Equalizer and/or PF Track
• Strong understanding of stereography from broad concepts to various existing stereo camera rigs
• Solid stereo tracking experience
• Experience in Maya
• Basic knowledge of Nuke
• Experience with object tracking and 3D rotoscoping of a digital model to a live action plate would be advantageous
• Ability to model basic geometry for scene reconstruction and to aid tracking
• A solid understanding of cameras
• Experience with managing and mentoring a team
• Some scripting experience
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work to deadlines
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and problem solve

If you are interested in applying for this position then please complete our online application form http://www.animallogic.com/#Jobs,Job%20Listings

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Lecturer - Animation

Requirements for 3D:

Good knowledge in Autodesk Maya
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Requirements for 2D:

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Potential candidates are expected to present their show-reels or portfolios of work when called for an interview.

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* 5+ years experience in practical UX/UI design for games (web-based or social game experience a big plus)
* Solid understanding of UX/UI design and best principles and of web and interactive design fundamentals
* Excellent demonstrable graphic design skills
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* Ability to produce high quality work quickly, and the tenacity to produce several rounds of iteration in pursuit of the best design solution for our games
* Other drawing, illustration, and 3D skills nice to see but not required
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Artistic input in the design of SYC product by offering creative suggestions.

Located in Calgary Alberta Canada only

Ability to identify scale and pose issues prior to production, high level of attention to detail.

Sourcing suitable reference material for production of 3d models.

Ensuring product supplied to CAD departments is the best possible representation of illustrators/design concept always meeting or exceeding company standards.

Accuracy contibutes directly to project profitablity.

Ensuring sign off of design occurs by CAD/Sculpting and Design departments.

Working to achieve timely completions of projects, ensuring CAD department is supplied on or before deadlines. Creating a schedule and completing on time or earlier.

Maintenance and operation of RP printer.

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Reports to Creative Director

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[rocneasta]

Few more

We are looking for a freelance 3D Animator

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We are currently looking for a freelance 3D Animator to join our award winning team. Ideally on site but we would consider a mix of both on and off site.

Our ideal candidate will be:

• An exceptionally good character animator.
• A motivated individual with attention to details and respects deadlines & budgets.
• Able to supply well-presented examples or a pertinent show reel that demonstrate your knowledge and execution of timing, weight, expression, posing, etc.
• Able to showcase a wealth of different animation skills from realistic through to monster and quadrupeds.
• Experienced enough to have worked on one or more published titles.
• Professionally conversant in Maya.
• Rigging skills.
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Please send a current CV/ resume to Stuart Godfrey on sgodfrey@climaxgroup.com

VFX Artist

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Feel free to send me your resume and/or contact me for more info!
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For further information please contact me with a copy of your CV to emma@avatar-games.co.uk

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Walt Disney Studios is currently interviewing for a VFX Engineer.
Please ping me or email me ed.juhn@disney.com for more details!

Lead Concept Artist *Push Your Creative Genius to the MAX* Location: UK - Midlands/North Ref: 410388 | Competitive salary + bens

Genuinely RARE opportunity for a phenomenally talented Lead Concept Artist to join forces with a truly influential AAA UK studio. Working on a number of seriously awesome AAA Current Gen titles – they are now looking to expand their roster of permanent staff by recruiting YOU as their Lead Concept Artist. If you are looking for your next new challenge and would relish the opportunity to work on AAA titles that will really push the boundaries of your creative genius – then get in touch today!

Within this role you will be responsible for the overall efforts of the concept art department producing artwork – define the artistic design and aesthetics whilst assisting in performance management within the team.

We REALLY want to hear from you if you have:

• Held a similar position within the industry previously
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Want to know more – of course you do!

Get in touch today for immediate assessment!
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[rocneasta]

Internship position

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[rocneasta]

3D Generalist - SF

UtopiaPeople is a freelance agency for postproduction and production specialists, we represent 9300 freelancers around the world. For more information about us please visit www.utopiapeople.com. You must be a registered member of UtopiaPeople to apply.

AGENCY OFFER REFERENCE CODE: 3D Generalist (SF/LA)

Jobtitle: 3D Generalist
No of positions: 1
Location: San Fransisco, USA
Dates: 4/7-15/8.
Software/Requirements: Maya
Genre: TVC
Salary/fee: 250-450 USD/day, depending on reel/experience (please write a quote) .
Deadline for applications: 29/6 12:00 CET (The quicker the better)
Workpermit/Conditions: US Citizen, work on location downtown SF.

Information about the client:
VFX studio in San Fransisco

Information about the project:
Client needs a awesome 3D Generalist working with a TVC that uses a animated dog. You work with Maya, no remote work. Client wishes to view a online showreel, please consider using www.theshowreel.tv (sign up free trial, vimeo and webpages also accepted)

To apply for this gig:
The sooner we can get your application the better, so please send in your application as soon as possible, write in your email when you can start and prefered dailyrate (we add 15% on top) Email job@utopiapeople.com write the reference code for this joboffer as a subject or simply reply to this email. Only applications with an online reel will be considered, and we encourage you to use www.theshowreel.tv for a professional presentation. You will get notified if presented to our client. Update your CV at :http://account.utopiapeople.com/account before applying.

[rocneasta]

Climax Studios, UK is currently looking for a Graduate VFX Artist

Climax is one of the leading creative lights of independent games development with an outstanding line of top published titles. It truly is an exciting and inspiring place to work in the heart of Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth Harbour.

We are currently looking for a Graduate VFX Artist to join our award winning team.

Our ideal candidate will:

• Join an exciting dedicated VFX team to design, conceptualize and animate real time effects for characters and environments on current and next generation platforms.
• Have the ability to demonstrate outstanding visual effects.
• Be responsible for all aspects of 3D and 2D effects work including, designing and conceptualising the effects, animating geometry and camera work
• Accurately render and animate realistic and fantasy elements in line with the overall game concept and physical principles.
• Real time FX experience is essential.
• Experience in After Effects beneficial

Please send a current CV/ resume to Stuart Godfrey on sgodfrey@climaxgroup.com

[rocneasta]

User Interface Expert - Social Games
LINK HERE

You will be working closely with Chief Creative Officer, Chief Technical Officer and Art Director in creating a look feel of the user interface for our games.

Who are we? Spooky Cool Labs is a social gaming company founded by legends of the pinball, arcade, and casino gaming industry.

What is our mission? We make high-quality branded social games for Facebook and mobile platforms with unique features designed specifically for each brand.

Where are we located? We have regional locations in Atlanta, Chicago, Kalamazoo, and Reno. This position is located in our Chicago, IL office.

So, if you want to work with passionate gamers in a company owned by legendary veteran gamers: JOIN US NOW!

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Design user interfaces for social games, including buttons, windows, icons, etc.
• Lead the iterative and incremental development process to perfect the UI design.
• Review written design and wireframes and create design mockups and final art
• Create mock-ups using Photoshop, Flash, Maya or Max.
• Help generate new game ideas and determine the look and feel for the UI.

QUALIFICATIONS
• 3+ years experience with Photoshop, Illustrator
• Experience working within extremely confined design spaces.
• Solid experience in the games and/or entertainment markets
• Knowledge of Unity 3D, Maya or Max is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Arts, Graphic Arts, or related field is required
• Please provide a link to your online portfolio

[rocneasta]

SENIOR ART DIRECTOR – AAA GAMES INDUSTRY – NR LONDON - £££SALARY HIGH

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The Senior AD is responsible for the overall look and visual quality of the game. Working closely with the Creative Director, Game Designers and Producers, they define the game’s visual look and lead the team to delivering a consistently stunning artistic vision. In early pre production the Senior AD is expected to create art style guides to define and communicate the look of the game to the team. The Senior AD drives this vision and pushes for high quality through production with the Art Leads and Technical Artists. Great communication skills are essential as the Senior AD is expected to present to executives and work closely with the marketing team on branding and promotional related materials. Collaboration with the Graphic Engineers to achieve world class graphics and Audio Director to creating the best possible game experience is required.

As leader of the art team the Senior AD should inspire and motivate the team to deliver their best work. Must be able to run daily reviews and provide effective feedback to artists. The role also involves managing and mentoring lead artists and providing them with career growth opportunities.

The Senior AD takes an active role in staffing the project by working closely with the development directors and recruitment. The Senior AD also works with external teams including outsourcing partners and is expected to communicate and maintain the vision on an international basis. Project planning and tracking skills are important to insure the team stays on track and priorities adapt to creative changes as needed.

REQUIRED ART DIRECTION SKILLS

- Highly organized, good communication skills and a great team-player attitude
- Production Design skills to direct the team to create plausible, believable environments
- Understanding of game design and player feedback requirements for visuals
- Excellent visual language skills to create a distinctive look with the use of lighting, tone, atmosphere...
- Understanding of state of the art lighting, shading and post process techniques
- Experience directing in game cinematic sequences
- Collaborate and garner consensus with game designers, producers and engineers
- Proven track record mentoring artists and great industry connections for recruiting
- Able to give effective critiques and also take strong criticism
- Proactively identifies and manages resource and outsourcing requirements
- Experience building an art team and delivering against time and tech constraints
- Passion for gaming

EXPERIENCE

- Extensive game and/or film industry experience
- Shipped AAA titles as an Art Director
- Demonstration of strong all-round art skills in both 2D and 3D
- Familiar with industry standard software and trends

To apply please send word document and portfolio link to ash@creativepersonnel.co.uk or call +44 (0) 203 216 2561 for more games roles like this one, I have over 280 vacancies at present.

Ough and Framestore London is still looking for people to join their team

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[rocneasta]

Kabam is looking out for 2D Senior Artist

LINK HERE

* 5+ years of illustration experience in Photoshop or Painter; Illustrator or Flash experience highly desirable but not a must. Should have shipped several game titles.
* Great sense of line and form, color and lighting, human anatomy, technical and architectural design, and environmental painting skills
* Strong character and environment design skills
* Ability to work with a broad range of subjects and styles, from detailed and rendered paintings like you might see in console game or films concept art to simple and cartoony and more appropriate for a light-hearted casual game… And anywhere in-between
* Willingness to mentor and share your skills and experience with other team-members
* Strong passion for gaming, especially in the social/casual sphere. Experience working on them desirable but not absolutely necessary
* 3D experience a plus but not required
* Strong cross-functional communications skills; verbal, written, and visual
* Ability to take direction well and to play well with others. No prima donnas!
* A desire to grow your skills and experience
* A terrific sense of humor.

[rocneasta]

3D/Massive crowd artist

UtopiaPeople is a freelance agency for postproduction and production specialists, we represent 9300 freelancers around the world. For more information about us please visit www.utopiapeople.com To apply for this job you must first register your info at http://www.utopiapeople.se/register/

AGENCY OFFER REFERENCE CODE: 3D/Massive artist (start ASAP)

Jobtitle: 3D/Massive crowd artist
No of positions: 1
Location: Copenhagen, Denmark
Dates: Starting ASAP (write when you can start) until 29/7
Software/Requirements: Massive
Genre: TVC/Featurefilm work
Salary/fee: 255EUR/day (experienced massive artists qulify for higher, please quote) .
Deadline for applications: 6/7 16:00 CET (The quicker the better)
Workpermit/Conditions: EC Citizen, client will provide with hotel and flights.

Information about the client:
International VFX studio in Copenhagen.

Information about the project:
Client is looking for a experienced Massive crowd artist for featurefilm and TVC work. You start working ASAP, please write when you can start.

To apply for this gig:
The sooner we can get your application the better, so please send in your application as soon as possible, write in your email when you can start and prefered dailyrate (we add 15% on top) Email job@utopiapeople.com write the reference code for this joboffer as a subject or simply reply to this email. Only applications with an online reel will be considered, and we encourage you to use www.theshowreel.tv for a professional presentation. You will get notified if presented to our client. Update your CV at :http://account.utopiapeople.com/account before applying.

[rocneasta]

VFX lead Singapore

Love the effects on Clone Wars? Lucasfilm Singapore is currently looking for an FX Lead to join the team!

Do check out our website for the detailed job description and apply if you are interested.
Lucasfilm Recruiting jobs.lucasfilm.com