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3D Character Artist

Blizzard Entertainment | Irvine CA 92602 USA | Full Time | Posted: 03/07/2013

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Best known for blockbuster hits including World of Warcraft® and the Warcraft®, StarCraft®, and Diablo® series, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc., is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment software renowned for creating some of the industry’s most critically acclaimed games. Blizzard’s track record includes thirteen #1-selling games and multiple Game of the Year awards. The company’s online-gaming service, Battle.net®, is one of the largest in the world, with millions of active players.

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Blizzard Entertainment is looking for an exceptionally skilled 3D character artist to join the World of Warcraft team. The ideal candidate has experience modeling and texturing a diverse visual range of characters and creatures. A solid grasp of form, structure, color, and light for both 2D and 3D art assets is essential. The character artist must be skilled in another form of art production as well -- illustration, modeling, texturing, animation, concept drawing -- and be well-versed in related tools --3ds Max, Photoshop, etc. The ideal candidate also works well in an environment with peers who are passionate about making great games.

Requirements
3+ years experience in game development modeling and texturing characters using 3ds Max and Photoshop (or equivalent 3D and 2D programs).
An exceptional understanding of human and creature anatomy and a keen eye towards form, shape, structure, and silhouette in regards to modeling.
Superior eye for light, shade, color and detail in creating texture maps.
Self-motivation, good communication skills, and a great team-player attitude.
Skill in one or more of the related creation tasks - illustration, modeling, texturing, animation, concept drawing.

Pluses
Have shipped AAA PC or console titles as a 3D character artist
Strong foundation in the traditional arts, including but not limited to figure drawing and illustration
A passion for developing online games
Understanding of the visual style of World of Warcraft and a passion to push it to the next level

This job listing originated on Gamasutra.com, the game industry's leader.

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Location Irvine, CA, 92602, United States
Job Level Mid-Level
Categories Art / Animation

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