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Senior Artist/Animator - NetherRealm Studios

NetherRealm Studios | Chicago IL 60618 USA | Full Time | Posted: 04/30/2012

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About NetherRealm Studios:
NetherRealm Studios, wholly owned by Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Group, is a leader in the development of interactive entertainment as the creator of the billion dollar Mortal Kombat franchise. Mortal Kombat has spawned two theatrical films, multiple television series, and has sold over 30 million games to date. Located in Chicago, Illinois the award-winning NetherRealm team has been working and creating games together since 1992. Additional information about NetherRealm Studios can be found at www.netherrealm.com

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**Please apply online at http://www.netherrealm.com/careers/detail/130248BR **


TITLE: SENIOR ARTIST/ANIMATOR


COMPANY: NETHERREALM STUDIOS

LOCATION: CHICAGO, IL


SUMMARY OF POSITION


NetherRealm Studios, a division of WB Games Inc., and the creators of Mortal Kombat, seeks a Senior Artist/Animator to oversee the animation needs for several upcoming projects. The position, in addition to creating top-quality animations, will require extensive communication and quality oversight of both internal and outsourced animation teams. The expectation is that this person with be the key team member through which all animation flows into the game, for both real-time and pre-rendered cinematics, whether created personally or quality-controlled from external partners.


JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Responsible for animating 3D character models in a realistic game, including working with motion capture data, hand keyframed animations and facial/lip synch animations.
  • Communicating with external partners to define animation deliverables, and to comment and iterate on delivered animations.
  • Communicating with the internal team and production to define animation priorities and needs based upon the project’s priorities.
  • Tweaking and polishing animations delivered by 3rd parties.


    JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Minimum of 2-year 2D/3D art degree with an emphasis in character keyframe animation or equivalent work experience.
  • Minimum 3-5 years of complex relevant experience within animation.
  • Brings high level of artistic / animation accomplishment to the solution of artistic problems.
  • Determines the best method of completing tasks that fall within the scope of normal responsibilities.
  • Has development experience with a proven track record of contributions.
  • Typically has participated in all phases of full-cycle game development, preferably shipping at least one title.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
  • Experience working with outsourced animation pipelines and vendors a huge plus.
  • Must be proficient in one or more types of 3D software but Primarily Motion Builder (Maya, 3D Studio Max, SoftImage, etc.).
  • Basic understanding of MEL/Python or Maxscript.
  • Takes initiative in pursuing new assignments. May pursue new assignments and identify tasks.
  • Experience in developing action/combat-centric titles a plus.
  • A portfolio demonstrating proficiency in Animation is required.



    ** Please apply online at http://www.netherrealm.com/careers/detail/130248BR **

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

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    Location Chicago, IL, 60618, United States
    Job Level Senior
    Categories Art / Animation
    Work Site On site
    Platforms Mobile phone

    Location Maptop

    Chicago, IL, 60618, United States

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    Contact Name Shirl Hollingsworth
    How to apply Applications are no longer accepted for this job posting.
    Primary Phone 425-739-1523
    Job Code 130248BR NR