CAREERS
Concept Artist
POSITION SUMMARY
To generate high quality pre-visualization and concept artwork of characters and/or environments for Next Gen games.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Work with level designers and artists to help pre-visualize level environments and characters in the form of 2D rendered images and texture swatches.
· Provide detailed concept drawings and designs for architectural as well as natural (organic) level objects to be built by 3D artists.
· Render 2D color images, using digital and/or traditional media.
· Work closely with the Art Director in establishing color key and mood for various game levels.
· Render detailed level drawings and/or paintings in 2D based on primitive geometry provided by designers.
· Provide character designs and renderings as required.
· Generate high quality artwork within budget and deadline.
· Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Position has no supervisory responsibilities
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
Level of formal education:
· Bachelor’s Degree, Associate’s Degree, ArtSchool or equivalent with significant relevant course work.
Technical training or specialized course work:
· Specialized art and graphics courses pertaining toward game designs.
Prior direct or relevant experience:
· 2+ year’s equivalent experience in game industry.
· Successful track record working on products and platforms similar to NBGA.
· Playstation 2 and/or Xbox development experience. Next Gen platforms are a plus.
· Strong drawing and painting skills, and working experience with 2D art production.
Specialized knowledge or expertise:
General:
· Demonstrates superior art and creative talent with growth potential.
· Generates quality artwork within budget and deadline.
· Works according to supervisory guidelines and reports job status to supervisor.
Specific:
· Fundamental art skills and knowledge:
o Drawing
o Color theory
o Composition
o Design
Professional attributes:
· Ability to design and execute quality artworks.
· Properly prioritize and perform multiple tasks simultaneously in an occasionally stressful environment.
· Act in a professional manner at all times.
· Adaptable to changing priorities.
· Takes constructive criticism well.
· Adherence to schedules.
· Analytical problem solving skills.
· Judgment skills based on strong ability to evaluate multiple factors and act or recommend appropriate actions.
· Good problem-solving skills within the given discipline.
· Highly motivated with a positive attitude towards team building.
· Work effectively with minimal supervision.
For immediate consideration, please submit your resume to jobs@namcobandaigames.com, with the job title you are applying to in the subject line.
NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc., is a leading interactive entertainment software publisher and developer based in Santa Clara, CA. The company is known for creating and publishing many of the industry's top video game franchises including the PAC-MAN, SOULCALIBUR, and Naruto brands. We are currently finishing off a very successful year that saw the launch of major titles such as SOULCALIBUR 4, Tales of Vesperia and Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm, and are currently working on a slate of AAA titles for 2009 across all major next-generation and handheld consoles including Afro Samurai, Splatterhouse, TEKKEN 6 and more. For more information about NAMCO BANDAI Games America and our products, please visit www.namcobandaigames.com.
