Game Developers Hiring

Its been a while since ive posted news as it has been kind of hectic in RI. I figured if im going to post i might as well post a nice listing.

Raven Software
Location: Madison, WI, United States

The Company:
Raven Software is an award-winning computer game software developer based in Madison, Wisconsin. Our focus is on graphic excellence and superb gameplay in top-quality, triple-A titles, including Star Wars: Jedi Knight 2, Soldier of Fortune, Star Trek Voyager: Elite Force, and the Heretic and Hexen series. As a group of avid gamers, we build the kind of games we enjoy playing: games that are visually engaging and enjoyable with high-level, intense playability. As a veteran developer, we remain dedicated to pushing ahead the level of quality in electronic gaming. As a member of the Activision family, we have the stability and strength to forge ahead into new territories, bringing our unique talents to new genres and platforms.
 
 
Job Type: Full Time 
The Position: 
Cinematic Animator

Raven Software is seeking an inspired animator to help refine a triple-A console title currently in development. We are looking for a cinematic animator who can transform storyboards into finished high-quality cinematic events to be used as primary storytelling elements. Responsibilities include working with and modifying pre-made character models and control rigs, helping to create custom scenes and objects for cinematic needs, and working directly with a programmer in creating the proper moves.

The ideal candidate would have:
--Excellent 3D animation skills, as demonstrated on your demo reel.
--Minimum of four years of character animation experience in game development, with at least two shipped products.
--Full mastery of Max 4.0/5.0 and/or Character Studio 3.0 animation toolsets
--Experience with applying and manipulating motion capture data.
--Excellent oral and written communications skills.
--Experience with creation of character cinematic animations in a previous game product.

Additional strong assets:
--Strong background in the film industry or film school.
--Proven experience with at least one console platform such as Playstation 2, Xbox or Gamecube.
--Strong passion for console games, including fighting games and action RPG's.

DEMO REEL (VHS NTSC) OR CD-ROM REQUIRED. Submitted materials cannot be returned.

Level Artist

Raven Software is seeking an experienced artist to add visual punch to a triple-A multiple-platform console title currently in development. We are looking for a self-driven individual who can use 3DS Max and Photoshop to improve the visual quality of sci-fi game environments with confidence and skill. Responsibilities include creating 3D models or modeled level sections, architecture/level building, and 2D textures for environments and architecture.

The ideal candidate would have:
--Minimum 2 years experience creating art for published game for the PS2, Gamecube and or Xbox console systems
--Minimum 2 years experience with making 3D game content with 3DS Max and Adobe Photoshop.
--Strong 2D drawing skills and painting skills
--Motivation with an artistic vision that allows them to complete tasks without supervision.

Additional strong assets:
--Experience creating game levels for any of the above consoles.
--Experience with creating area concept art. 

Technical Artist

Raven Software is seeking an experienced artist to add visual details and improve the quality of a triple-A multiple-platform console title currently in development. We are looking for a self-driven, technically capable individual who not only has a keen visual eye, but also can quickly learn new systems and handle new challenges as they emerge. Responsibilities include investigating modeling, materials and visual effects, devising processes for art on multiple platforms, and taking advantage of the unique capabilities of each console.

The ideal candidate would have:
--Mastery of 3DS Max 4.2 or 5
--Minimum 3 years experience pushing the visual limits of the PS2, Xbox or Gamecube.
--Strong artistic skills
--Motivation with an artistic vision that allows them to complete tasks without supervision.

Additional strong assets:
--Experience with cross-platform games with shared assets.
--Experience with Debabelizer, Photoshop scripts, or other methods of processing groups of images for resolution, palette, or color balance.
--Basic knowledge of programming
 
Contact Info:

Please send all physical submissions, resumes, demo reels and art portfolios to:
Raven Software
3 Point Place, Suite 1
Madison, WI 53719
(608) 833-5791

Individuals interested in animation positions should contact Rob Gee, at the address above or

E-mail: rgee@ravensoft.com
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Firaxis Games
Location: Hunt Valley (20 miles from downtown Baltimore), Maryland, United States

The Company:

Founded in 1996, FIRAXIS Gamesâ„¢ is one of the leading game development companies in the world. FIRAXIS believes that quality entertainment software comes from melding creativity with technology in a way that allows fun to appear effortlessly. To realize this quality entertainment, the founders of FIRAXIS have created a non-traditional workplace where creativity flourishes. Free exchanges of ideas are commonplace in an atmosphere where experienced visionaries work closely with young talent. Together, the team is dedicated to doing the best work possible and achieving the ultimate objective - developing FUN games! FIRAXIS is the home of legendary designer Sid Meier!
 
 
Job Type: Full Time 
The Position: 
ARTISTS

Experienced 3D Artist

4+ years industry experience
Two full projects’ worth of creating real-time 3D assets for strategy games
Lead or Senior Artist credit on at least one project
Must be well-versed in real-time production process
3DS Max proficiency
Photoshop proficiency
Real-time modeling and/or animation experience required
Ability to work well as part of a team and solo
Excellent traditional skills desired
NetImmerse experience a plus
Passion for making games a must

Mid-level 3D Artist

1-3 years industry or related experience
3DS Max experience
Photoshop experience
3D modeling, texturing and/or animation skills required
Must work well in dynamic team-oriented atmosphere
Strong traditional skills desired

Texture Artist

Minimum of 2 years industry experience
Significant, recent experience in real-time 3D asset production
Excellent texturing skills (both texture generation and mapping)
Strong 3DS Max and Photoshop skills
Team worker but self starter
Creativity and initiative required
Strong traditional skills desired
Experience with shaders a big plus

3D Modeler/Animator

2-4 years industry experience
3DS Max proficiency
Photoshop proficiency
Real-time modeling and animation experience
Ability to model convincing real-time characters from concept sketches
Strong and varied texturing skills
Adept at creating and editing game-specific animations
Ability to work well as part of a team
Well versed in the principles of traditional animation
Strong traditional skills desired
NetImmerse experience a plus

 
 
Contact Info:
Submit initial job inquiries to makegreatgames@firaxis.com.
For more information: www.firaxis.com or visit our booth at GDC!
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Stormfront Studios
Location: San Rafael, CA, United States

The Company:

If you read Gamespot, IGN, GameSpy or other online sites and game magazines, you've seen Stormfront's work. The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers for PS2, created for EA and based on the blockbuster film from New Line Cinema, is being acclaimed as one of the biggest titles of the Christmas season.

Stormfront Studios develops top quality, award-winning entertainment products for the PS2 and Xbox, and is experienced and/or certified on GameCube, PC, and interactive TV. The company focuses exclusively on creating AAA-quality original games and high-profile licensed titles. Founded in 1988, Stormfront’s client list includes Microsoft, Electronic Arts, AOL and Sony. 
 
Job Type: Full Time 

The Position: 
2D/3D Animators - PS2 Adventure/Action Title

Our Needs

The energy and realism of a game's animations are a big part of how players judge its quality. Senior Animators play a critical role in the success of the project by producing animations that make players sit up and take notice instead of leaning back to relax.

We’re looking for accomplished 2D/3D Animators, with strong skills in traditional animation. We’re particularly interested in Animators who have incredible animation skill in the areas of martial arts and combat animation.

Key skill areas:
· Experience at creating high quality animations for console- based games.
· Experience with Maya or 3DX Max is highly desirable.
· Character modeling, texturing and rigging skills are also highly desirable.
· Willing to commit to an aggressive standard of excellence, and to reflect that commitment in personal work ethic, persistence and drive.

BFA from an accredited art/design school and/or equivalent combination of education and experience are desired for our experienced animators. We will train a less experienced animator who has incredible animation skill.

We’ve built our production team over the last 14 years by finding the best animators, artists, designers, producers and programmers and providing them with unique and creative career challenges. If you’re looking for experienced and supportive project management, a healthy team atmosphere, and an outstanding creative opportunity where high standards are respected and contributions are recognized, we would like to talk to you.

 
 
Contact Info:
Please e-mail, mail or fax your resume and samples of your artwork to us. Animation samples should demonstrate a strong sense of timing, anticipation, recovery, weight and balance. Additionally, animations should demonstrate a strong sense of character and clarity.

Marta Daglow, Recruiting Consultant
Stormfront Studios,
4040 Civic Center Drive,
San Rafael, CA 94903

http://www.stormfront.com

Phone: 415-461-5845
Fax: 415-461-3865

E-mail: mdaglow@daglowconsulting.com
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Scion Studios
Location: Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

The Company:
Scion Studios makes top-quality games for PC and consoles, in close partnership with Epic Games, Inc. We have the best of both worlds here -- the energy, excitement, and rewards of a start-up company, combined with Epic's long-term stability.
Our work environment is structured but casual, and democratic where appropriate; everyone is involved in the design process, and the best idea wins. All of our positions require a love of games, a strong work ethic, and excellent communication skills.
We're a small group of game industry veterans that focus on making top-flight games. We're all friends here, and everyone gets a say in hiring so we can keep it that way.
 
 
Job Type: Full Time 
The Position: 
Texture Artist

We're looking for a texture artist to handle 2D art asset creation on a range of products. This position will focus primarily on environment texture work, but we're happy to see candiates with related skills (concepting, skinning dynamic objects, graphical design). We're a small team, so while each member has a focus, we all do a little of everything.

Requirements:

- significant experience developing game textures and 2D art assets
- texture artists must have expert-level proficiency in Photoshop, and familiarity with other 2D and 3D tools
- game industry experience

Preference to applicants with:

- shipped-title experience
- experience working within console memory limitations
- familiarity with Unreal technology art pipeline
- related skills, such as modeling, skinning, animation, concepting
- BFA in Painting/3D art or similar background/traditional training

Please submit a portfolio with your resume, either online or by mail to the address given below. Please include both texture images and shots of mapped textures.

 
Contact Info:
Scion Studios
Attn: Recruiting
5511 Capital Center Dr, Suite 625
Raleigh, NC 27606
(919) 233-2004

http://www.scionstudios.com
Phone: 919-233-2004 x3011
E-mail: jobs@scionstudios.com

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Blue Fang Games, LLC
Location: Waltham, MA, United States

The Company:

Blue Fang Games has been in the business of developing computer games since 1998. We are located in Waltham, MA just outside of Boston. Our first game, Zoo Tycoon, published by Microsoft, shipped in October of 2001 and is one of the best-selling games of 2002. We are rigorous, professional and reasonable with our schedules, possess a very strong balance sheet and are run by an experienced and successful management team. We are currently working on a new game project for the PC and console(s).
At Blue Fang, we take great pride in the overall quality of the games we make, as well as our continuing ability to meet our deadlines, respect our employees’ quality of life, and above all to enjoy what we’re lucky enough to do for a living – make games! We offer competitive salary and benefits, including profit sharing, comprehensive health, 401k and dental plans. If you’re interested in joining a still relatively small team that is passionate about making great computer games and you have the right qualifications, we certainly want to hear from you.

 
Job Type: Full Time 

The Position: 
Senior 3D Graphics Engineer

We’re looking for a done-it-thrice, profiled-it-twice, ok-with-middleware, buzzword-savvy tech-for-product’s-sake-not-tech’s-sake senior 3D graphics engineer. Join us and be a key contributor in the development of our next generation of games.

Necessary skills:
· Previous senior position in 3D graphics
· Ability and desire to drive the aesthetics of our games from an engineer’s perspective
· Ability to work on a team and communicate well
· Computer science degree or comparable experience
· Able to write robust, maintainable C++ code
· Experience on Windows PC platform
· Don’t mind the challenge of getting the low-end 3D cards to look good and perform well, along with the desire and capability to keep up with advances in 3D graphics
· Able to evaluate game performance and optimize
· Responsive to artists and designers
· Direct3D and/or OpenGL experience
· Desire to develop top-selling games

Desirables:
· Strong math skills.
· Experience with skeletal animation / facial animation / bone systems
· Experience with hardware T&L, vertex and pixel shaders
· 3D Studio Max experience
· Knowledge and previous use of game physics
· Collision detection and response
· Inverse kinematics
· Experience with the NetImmerse Engine

 
 
Contact Info:
Send your resume to the following mail location. You are encouraged to contact us electronically.
jobs@bluefang.com

Fax:
781-547-5480

U.S. Mail:
Blue Fang Games, LLC
1601 Trapelo Road
Suite 12
Waltham, MA 02451

Blue Fang Games is an equal opportunity employer.

Fax: 781-547-5480
E-mail: jobs@bluefang.com