TITLE: Senior VFX Artist

REQUIREMENTS: 2 years of experience in the job or 2 years of experience as a VFX Artist, or a related occupation.

JOB DUTIES: Create special effects or animations using computers or other tools to create high quality materials for a AAA game franchise. Working with 3D packages, in-game FX systems to create a range of VFX (fire, smoke, magic, electricity, explosions, etc.), as well as a game play communication. Apply the principles of motion, anticipation, dynamics, follow-through, lighting, and other facets of animation. Create textures and geometry needed for stylized VFX. Build an internal library of materials and utilities. Formulate shared visions with other Artists.

Salary range: $149,350/year to $194,500/year

CONTACT: Please send resume ref#24147/contact K. Finnsson for an appointment.
Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.
1 Blizzard Way
Irvine, CA 92618

Jobsite: Irvine, CA (Full-time position)

TITLE: Senior Environment Artist

REQUIREMENTS: 4 years of experience in the job or 4 years of experience as an Artist, or a related occupation.

JOB DUTIES: Create special effects or animations using computers or other tools and media for use in computer games & related. Work with Art Director and team to define vegetation needs, scrutinize existing content, and identifying actions. Increase foliage library assets with representative seasonal models & textures. Update library assets, scan new content with photogrammetry and photometric stereo rigs. Rigging foliage assets for believable movement. Help define new tools, shaders, features and workflows and related research and development. ID & update foliage as required, stay within frame rate, memory, and design specifications. Work with external vendors to extend foliage construction capacity.

Salary range: $133,900/year to $161,500/year

CONTACT: Please send resume ref#24155/contact K. Finnsson for an appointment.
Activision Publishing, Inc.
2701 Olympic Blvd., Bldg. B
Santa Monica, CA 90404

Jobsite: Playa Vista, CA (Full-time position)

TITLE: Artist

REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree in Animation, Fine Arts, Art Education, or related field or foreign equivalency and 2 years of experience in the job or 2 years of experience as a 3D Artist, or in a related occupation.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Any suitable combination of education, training, &/or experience is acceptable.

JOB DUTIES: Responsible for creating vehicles at the highest quality and efficiency of the game while working from scan data, concept art and reference photos. Basic rigid skinning using internal tools to set up a vehicle in game. Maintain and update assets to a high efficiency standard that fits within a budget. Collaborate with lead artists, art directors, concept artists, animators, and designers, on ensuring the best player experience. Receive feedback and modify work based on direction. Provide feedback to improve the tools for both art and technical side of vehicle development. Follow schedules and meet deadlines.

Salary range: $87,505/year to $124,000/year

CONTACT: Please send resume ref#24063/contact K. Finnsson for an appointment.
Activision Publishing, Inc.
2701 Olympic Blvd., Bldg. B
Santa Monica, CA 90404

Jobsite: Playa Vista, CA (Full-time position)