Current Vacancies in Artwork & Animation

We are working with a talented team, who develop for console and are the online publishers of original mobile games for iOS and Android, based in the country's capital London, UK.

They are seeking to add a Senior Technical Artist to their company. 

Please see below for an outline of this role:

Responsibilities:

• Build art tools and automation processes to improve efficiency of the studio’s art pipeline
• Assisting with a mix of asset rigging, shader programming, animation and in-game lighting
• Participate in R&D of new techniques and incorporate into the art / production pipeline
• Propose, articulate and coordinate solutions working in cross-discipline teams

Requirements:

• Broad range of 3D skills, including 3D modelling, texturing, rigging, animation, profiling and optimisation.
• 2-3 years of experience within the AAA games industry, with at least 1 shipped title
• Experience scripting in Python and C# (Unity Editor Scripting)
• Knowledge of art pipelines and process automation and familiarity with industry standard art software packages such as Photoshop and Maya
• Experience with Unity

We are working with a talented team, who develop for console and are the online publishers of original mobile games for iOS and Android, based in the country's capital London, UK.

They are seeking to add a VFX Artist to their company. 

Please see below for an outline of this role:

Responsibilities 

• Champion VFX, constantly looking for opportunities where they may enhance the game
• Design original and beautiful VFX that delight and surprise
• Understand the value that VFX components can add to all aspects of the gameplay experience
• Work with technical delivery teams to solve technical challenges that keep our VFX at the cutting edge

Requirements

• A strong portfolio of VFX work (ideally for mobile or console games)
• Advanced skills in games software such as Maya & games engines (ideally to include Unity)
• 2+ years commercial experience in the games industry working on VFX (ideally to include mobile)
• In-depth knowledge of VFX principles
• Creative with excellent communication skills

If this is of interest to you, or you would like to discuss your options, and our other opportunities; please provide me with a copy of your latest CV, a suitable phone number / Skype ID, along with a convenient date and time to call to: adrian@big-planet.biz

• Animation will cover a broad range of key areas, including facial, motion capture and keyframe a
• You’re required to be a creative animator and a problem solver, with good knowledge of the technical aspects of your craft 
• Collaborate with the team on improving the animation and art pipelines.

• Experience with current 3D software such as Maya, 3Ds Max and Motionbuilder
• Experience in a variety of animation styles
• Experience of creating animation networks
• A strong and diverse portfolio of different animation styles

Our client has become a major independent player in console games. Developing both original IP and working in tandem with partners to reimagine existing successes. They have an opportunity for an imaginative and versatile an 3D Animator to join their team for a Current-Gen AAA game. 

Please see below for an outline of the job description:

Responsibilities:- 

• Animate characters or objects used for real time or pre calc sequences
• Participate in the creation and realization of cinematic sequences
• Clean Mocap animations
  
• Participate in Modeling/Skinning/Rigging of characters used for real time or pre calc sequences

• Great knowledge of traditional animation and human anatomy
• Great knowledge of Motion Builder
• Be sensitized to constraints linked to real time sequences, 3D engines and level editing
  
• Methodical / Attention to details
  

Our client has become a major independent player in console games. Developing both original IP and working in tandem with partners to reimagine existing successes. They have an opportunity for an imaginative and versatile Technical/ VFX Artist to join their team for a Current-Gen AAA game. 

Please see below for an outline of the job description:

Responsibilities:- 

• Creating VFX
  
• Programming shaders
  
• Ensuring that visual assets can be easily integrated into Unity engine
  
• Scripts programming
  

• High knowledge of rendering pipelines and techniques on consoles
  
• Experience with optimisation techniques and constraints
  
• Knowledge of MaxScript
  
• Familiarity with CG-oriented programming languages, image manipulation and compression and particle systems
  

Our client have a reputation for creating awesome action titles. They are now hiring for a Principal Character Artist to join their talented team in the Netherlands.

Please see below for a brief outline of the job description:


Responsibilities:-

• You will work closely with the Art Directors and Lead Artists to ensure high quality output that is stylistically consistent.
• You will set high quality standards for your team and the studio as a whole, and ensure that those standards are maintained.
• You will review assets to make sure they meet the quality standards you’ve defined.

Requirements:-

• You have expert-level understanding of game character creation from production, from modeling, to surfacing, to rendering and articulation;
• You have the confidence and ambition to beat the best of what’s out there. Specifically:
• You understand surfacing and lighting, both from an artistic and technical POV, and know how to create truly believable materials;
• You have an appreciation of rigging and articulation, and can build characters for perfect deformation;
• You’re a master of anatomy, in terms of both form and motion;
• And last but not least – you’re a world class sculptor, who can work in any style – real or expressive, hard-surface or organic.
• You know real-time computer graphics inside and out, and keep yourself at the cutting edge. You understand how to get the best from the hardware without compromising performance or stability;
• You have the knowledge to establish effective pipelines and processes, and the ability to set the standard for the rest of the character art team.

Our client have a reputation for creating awesome action titles. They are now hiring for a Character Animator to join their talented team in the Netherlands.

Please see below for a brief outline of the job description:

Responsibilities:-

• You will work closely with the Art Director and a team of 2D and 3D artists to establish the direction for our mechanical designs, review assets, and achieve consistent style at a high quality output;
• You will create and develop 2D and 3D mechanical designs and concepts that inspire other teams and set the aesthetic qualities of the design;
• You will create key art and other graphics for marketing and promotional materials, as needed. 

• You’re skilled in 2D digital content tools such as Photoshop, Painter, and 3D tools such as zBrush;
• You draw from diverse, eclectic and sometimes unconventional influences;
• You can quickly and easily adapt stylistic guides and generate high quality designs that are both innovative and stylistically outspoken;
• You are comfortable producing detailed designs that are clear in their shape interpretation and material expression;

• You will create humanoid and animalistic movement with a focus on quality and realism;
  
• You will key frame by hand and/or work with Mocap to create real-time movement;
• You will co-operate with game designers and programmers to fulfill tasks according to the production plan.
  

• You possess excellent working knowledge of Maya (Motion Builder experience is a plus);
• You have at least 2-3 years of industry experience;
• You have experience working with animation networks to set up game features;

Overview:
Our client is an independently-owned studio on the outskirts of London, and all about crafting engaging AAA multiplayer experiences. With over 300 awards and nominations world-wide.  

The Role
By setting great examples and helping to mentor more junior developers, you will lead the team in planning and implementing solutions to support all aspects of game development. 
You will maintain a consistently high standard of support across all disciplines on the project, and work with other Technical Artists in the studio to improve general development practises. 
You should have a pragmatic and practical approach to working with technology, with experience of pushing the technical limits and ensuring the Art team can work efficiently and comfortably. 

Responsibilities:

• Manage a small, skilled team of Technical Artists 
  
• Drive the planning and implementation of game, editor and standalone art tools 
  
• Investigate run-time performance and propose optimal solutions 
  
• Prototype, develop and improve content creation pipelines 
  
• Assist the programming team with implementing art-related tools and features  
  

• 3+ years of experience as a Senior or Lead Technical Artist on shipped titles 
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
  
• Strong proactive problem-solving attitude 
  
• Demonstrable knowledge of modern game content creation workflows 
  
• Extensive application scripting experience (e.g. Python, MAXScript, Javascript) 
  
• Solid understanding of real-time physically-based materials & rendering (PBR) 
  
• Passion for games and game development  
  

• Experience with Unreal Engine, especially UE4 Strong digital art skills (modelling, texturing, lighting) 
  
• Knowledge of programming languages such as C++ or C# 
  
• Experience with outsourcing processes  
  

Our client leads the field in their area. Creating games across platforms as part of a truly global content provider. Due to the number of titles in development they are seeking to hire an Environment Artist for their studio in the North, UK.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for creating in-game environments compliant with the game design, both technically and aesthetically.
• Creating 3D models using packages provided (Maya, Z-Brush and Photoshop).
• Creating and applying 2D textures – create and apply texture maps to the specification set by the Lead Artist.
• Lighting environments – ability to apply good lighting principles to all artistic output.
• Creating materials/shaders – Diff/Spec/Norm maps etc. and being responsible for the final look.

Requirements:

• Good working knowledge and proficiency in Maya, Z-brush and Photoshop.
• Good understanding of in-house tools and software used in development.
• Good demonstration of skills through CV/Showreel/Website or Art Tests.
  
• Excellent communication and organisation skills.
• Excellent artistic ability.

We are working with an award winning, multi-platform developer. They are seeking to hire a Junior Vehicle Artist for their top-tier team, based in the Midlands, UK. 

Please find the outline of the job spec’ below:

• Experience in Vehicles/props modelling (high & low poly modelling/sub-division modelling/patch modelling)
• Aptitude for hard surface 3d modelling
• Vehicle/props texturing, lighting & material creation
  
• Experience in applying and tweaking shaders
  
• Passion for cars and car racing games and motorsport
  
• Understanding of vehicle design and construction

Software & Skills

• 3DS Max
  
• Photoshop (desirable - Substance Painter, Designer, Marmoset Toolbag, ZBrush)
  
• Knowledge of mesh topology optimization techniques
• Understanding of PBR shader workflows
• Understanding of vehicle rigging for game
• Understanding of the compromises and constraints inherent in the production of in-game art

Our client is based in Stockholm, Sweden. They have been developing across platform, and across genre for more than 10 years. In addition to development of their own unique IP, they provide bespoke services from porting and outsourcing contracts, to complete game design / production from inception to release. They are looking for an Lighting Artist to join their team. 

Responsibilities:

• Own lighting for game levels and dynamic/scripted lighting
• Create the lighting look for our games in accordance with the art direction

Requirements:

• Experience lighting real time levels
• Experience with in-house/commercial game engines
• Experience in how lights impact on the game performance

If this opportunity is of interest to you, or you would like to discuss your options, please send a copy of your latest CV in a .doc or .docx format, with a suitable phone number / Skype ID, alongside a convenient date and time to call to: adrian@big-planet.biz

Our client is based in Stockholm, Sweden. They have been developing across platform, and across genre for more than 10 years. In addition to development of their own unique IP, they provide bespoke services from porting and outsourcing contracts, to complete game design / production from inception to release. They are looking for an Lead Character Artist to join their close-knit team. 

Responsibilities:

• At least 5 years in the industry and a strong knowledge of the latest tools in game creation process (Substance, QUIXEL, Zbrush etc)
  
• Help the team technically and artistically to carry out the art director’s vision
• Work closely with outsorcing managers and level designers to ensure that the worlds the artists build not only look good, but also are functional game play spaces
• You have the ability to lead teams and communicate fluently and efficiently with other departments. You communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing.
  

Requirements:

• Deep understanding of Game Engines and dedicated platforms budget requirements
• Strong knowledge in Maya (or similar) and Photoshop
• Strong Knowledge in PBR shading
• Be able to inspire and motivate a large team of creative talent

Our client has become a major independent player in console games. Developing both original IP and working in tandem with partners to reimagine existing successes. They have an opportunity for an imaginative and versatile Vehicle Artist to join their team for a Current-Gen AAA game. 

Responsibilities:  

• Working from concept models and images and turning them into fully functioning and flyable works of art – the work is both on exteriors and interiors
• Creating and applying the adequate textures
• Working in respect of technical and timing constraints (tasks management)

• Strong working knowledge of 3DS Max and Photoshop
• Hard surface modeling experience
• A keen eye for Industrial Design

Our client has become a major independent player in console games. Developing both original IP and working in tandem with partners to reimagine existing successes. They have an opportunity for an imaginative and versatile UI Artist to join their team for a Current-Gen AAA game.  

Responsibilities:

• Create a strong and cohesive UI style outlining stylistic consistency and usage rules.
• Create design prototypes, including graphic design samples and animated mockups for game features, menus and displays in the game.
• Collaborating with the Art and Creative Directors to develop a visual style and language that enhances the gameplay and user experience.

• Strong graphic design skills, particularly in iconography creation, typography, HUD elements, and screen layouts.
• Expert skill with Photoshop, Illustrator and UI prototyping tools of choice
• Ability to create new looks or design pieces that fit into an existing style.
  

If this opportunity is of interest to you, or you would like to discuss your options, please send a copy of your latest CV in a .doc or .docx format, with a suitable phone number / Skype ID, alongside a convenient date and time to call to: adrian@big-planet.biz

Our client leads the field in their area. Creating games across platforms as part of a truly global content provider. They are seeking to hire a VFX Artist for their studio in the North, UK.


Responsibilities:

• Creation of game specific VFX (explosions) placement generally by code.
• Responsible for creating visual effects for the game (levels and cutscenes) compliant with game design and vision.
• Creation of effects using packages provided (Maya and Photoshop).
• Creation of particles using 2D textures (Photoshop) and in-house editors (particle/LED).
• Using Maya Fluid systems to create animating textures when required.

• Good working knowledge and proficiency in Maya and Photoshop.
• Good understanding of in-house tools and software used in development.
• Excellent artistic ability.
• Good demonstration of skills through CV/Showreel/Website or Art Tests.
• Excellent communication and organisation skills.
• Practical and methodical approach to both technical and creative problem-solving.
  

This top tier, AAA team are responsible for titles that have been genre defining. They have opened an opportunity to add a Prop Artist to their studio.


Please see below for a brief outline of the job description:

Responsibilities:

• Modeling efficient assets that fit within the style of the game.
• Setting up materials and shaders to achieve best possible final quality.
• Creating photorealistic original textures using various tools and middleware.

Requirements:

• Excellent skills in one of the leading modeling packages (3DS Max, Maya, etc.) and Photoshop.
  
• Experience with procedural content creation packages a plus (Substance, Houdini, World Machine).
  
• At least 2 years’ experience in working in games industry on at least one AAA title.
• Basic knowledge of physically based rendering (PBR).

This top tier, AAA team are responsible for titles that have been genre defining. They have opened an opportunity to add a Vehicle Artist to their studio.


Responsiblities:

• Helping concept artists design machines using experience and modeling expertise.
• Modeling all kinds of complex futuristic vehicles and robots.
• Sharing knowledge about hard surface modeling among character team members.

• Expert knowledge of any leading 3D package.
• Strong hard surface modeling skills.
• At least 4 years of professional production experience in game industry.
• Deep understanding of mechanical engineering and design. 

Our client is one of the fastest growing studios in the world. Excelling in social, MMO, Console and F2P sectors. They are looking for an expert Art Director to lead one their studios. 

Responsibilities

• Lead the various disciplines of concept, 3D, and UI artists, keeping their vision focused
• It’s as much a hands-on role as management of the timeline and quality of the output
• Develop the team by hiring, mentoring and liaising with the other studio Directors 

• Many years of Art Direction under your belt
• Good communicator in English, with the ability to speak across levels
• Excellence across the art disciplines, including animation, demonstrated in portfolio and showreel 

Our client has maintained its position as one of the UK’s most successful games developers. They are looking for an experienced and senior Animator, to develop their next AAA game for console and PC. 

Responsibilities:

• Produce in-game animations to the highest standards of fidelity and style as demanded by the project
  
• Work with the animation team, demonstrating strong time management skills to ensure tasks are completed on schedule to required standar
• Continuation of your technical knowledge, including adapting to new technologies and processes

• Excellent knowledge of animating using Maya, with outstanding animation skills demonstrating knowledge and application of weight, timing, pace, poses and storytelling
• Excellent understanding of how animation must work in harmony with the game design
• Fluent clean-up and use of motion capture data

Our client leads the field in their area. Creating games across platforms as part of a truly global content provider. Due to the number of titles in development they are seeking to hire a Senior UI Artist for their studio in the North, UK.

Responsibilities: 

• Designing, creating and exporting 2D textures/icons using packages provided (Illustrator, Photoshop)
  
• Responsible for creating game UI compliant with the gamedesign, both technically and aesthetically
• Creating, animating and exporting working interface files for use in game
• Where necessary, creating 3D assets using packagesprovided (Maya)
  
• Designing with and exporting fonts for use in game, formultiple languages
  

Requirements:

• Good working knowledge and proficiency in Illustrator, Photoshop, Maya, and familiar with timeline based UI software e.g. Aftereffects
• Good demonstration of skills through CV/Showreel/Websiteor Art Tests
  
• Good understanding of in-house tools and software used in development
• Excellent communication and organisation skills
• Practical andmethodical approach to both technical and creative problem-solving
  
• Excellentartistic ability

If this opportunity is of interest to you, or you would like to discuss your options, please provide me with a copy of your latest CV in .doc or .docx format, a suitable phone number / Skype ID, along with a convenient date and time to call to adrian@big-planet.biz

This top tier, AAA team are responsible for titles that have been genre defining. They have opened an opportunity to add a Senior Character Artist to their studio.

Responsibilities:

• Creating high-quality humanoid characters and item assets.
• Working closely with Animation and Technical departments.
• Maintaining the production pipeline and meeting deadlines.

Requirements:

• Proven success in creating outstanding characters in AAA game.
• Solid experience as a Character Artist – at least 5 years.
• Strong modeling and texturing skills in a diverse visual range of characters and creatures.
• Software: Zbrush, Maya, Photoshop, Substance Painter (or similar programs).

If this opportunity is of interest to you, or you would like to discuss your options, please provide me with a copy of your latest CV in .doc or .docx format, a suitable phone number / Skype ID, along with a convenient date and time to call to adrian@big-planet.biz

This top tier, AAA team are responsible for titles that have been genre defining. They have opened an opportunity to add a Senior Environment Artist to their studio.

Responsibilities:

• Creating photorealistic original textures using various tools and middle-ware.
• Setting up materials and shaders to achieve best possible final quality.
• Creating high poly sculpts and low poly in-game models based on original concepts.

Requirements

• Excellent skills in one of the leading modeling packages (3DS Max, Maya, etc.) and Photoshop.
• Proven experience as an Environment Artist in games industry on at least one AAA title.
• Good knowledge of composition, color theory and lighting and basic knowledge of physically based rendering (PBR).

This top tier, AAA team are responsible for titles that have been genre defining. They have opened an opportunities to add VFX Artists to their studios.


Please see below for a brief outline of the job description:

Responsibilities:

• Optimizing visual FX for performance while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Creating high quality real-time visual FX for characters, environments and gameplay.
• Maintaining visual FX production pipeline and refining the processes.

Requirements:

• Good general knowledge of Maya (or 3ds Max).
  
• 4+ years of experience in gaming industry (or demonstrated equivalent visual effects ability).
• Experience in Photoshop or similar 2D software.

Our client leads the field in their area. Creating games across platforms as part of a truly global content provider. Due to the number of titles in development there is more than one opportunity here for an experienced Environment Artist. 

Responsibilities:

• Creation of effects using packages provided (Maya and Photoshop).
• Creation of particles using 2D textures (Photoshop) and in-house editors (particle/LED).
• Creation of game specific VFX (explosions) placement generally by code.
• Working closely with environment artists on effects heavy levels to balance frame-rate.

• Good working knowledge and proficiency in Maya and Photoshop.
• Good demonstration of skills through CV/Showreel/Website or Art Tests.
• Good understanding of in-house tools and software used in development.
• Excellent communication and organisation skills.

If this opportunity is of interest to you, or you would like to discuss your options, please send a copy of your latest CV and a suitable phone number / Skype ID, along with a convenient date and time to call to adrian@big-planet.biz

Our client leads the field in their area. Creating games across platforms as part of a truly global content provider. Due to the number of titles in development there is more than one opportunity here for an experienced Environment Artist. 


Responsibilities:

• Environment creation in line with game aesthetics
• Dynamic lighting /effects modelling
• Creation within memory and frame rate parameters
• Conceptualisation of assets in line with the lead
• Constructive input within the game development team

• 3D modelling in Maya, ZBrush, Photoshop
• 2D texture creation and modelling
• Methodical resolution of creative and working challenges
• Flexible working practices
• Ability to work under pressure by deadlines 

This top tier, AAA team are responsible for titles that have been genre defining. They have opened opportunities to add Environment Artists to their studios.

Please see below for a brief outline of the job description:

Responsibilities:

• Creating high poly sculpts and low poly in-game models based on original concepts.
• Setting up materials and shaders to achieve best possible final quality.
• Creating photorealistic original textures using various tools and middleware.

Requirements:

• Excellent skills in one of the leading modeling packages (3DS Max, Maya, etc.) and Photoshop.
• At least 2 years’ experience in working in games industry on at least one AAA title.
• Experience with procedural content creation packages a plus (Substance, Houdini, World Machine).
• Basic knowledge of physically based rendering (PBR).

If this opportunity is of interest to you, or you would like to discuss your options, please provide me with a copy of your latest CV in .doc or .docx format, a suitable phone number / Skype ID, along with a convenient date and time to call to adrian@big-planet.biz

This top tier, AAA team are responsible for titles that have been genre defining. They now have the opened opportunities to add Lighting Artists to their studios.

Please see below for a brief outline of the job description:

Responsibilities:

• Deconstruct lighting and textures in a physically based renderer to establish appropriate color correct values.
• Ensure that all lighting deliverables are completed fully and in line with the production schedule.
• Create dramatic and compelling lighting that supports photorealistic rendering

Requirements:

• Good knowledge of direct and indirect light, luminance and color theory.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in as a Lighting / Environment Artist.
• Good knowledge of lighting tools and pipelines.

Our client leads the field in their area. Creating games across platforms as part of a truly global content provider. Due to the number of titles in development there is more than one opportunity here. 

Responsibilities:

• 3D environment creation in Maya, ZBrush, Photoshop
• 2D texture creation and modelling
• Dynamic lighting /effects modelling
• Expert level of real time rendering and post FX
• Managing lighting pipeline workflow

• Expert level experience of creating and directing level lighting and post FX in a real-time engine
• Expert levels of lighting and colour theory
• Minimum of 5 years production working on AAA games or film.
• Strong understanding of physical shaders and their interaction with lighting and post FX

Responsibilities:

Our client is looking to hire a Lead 3D Character Artist, for their AAA, open world fantasy title. Experience developing RPG games on current consoles is desirebale. 

Responsiblitiesl:

• You will also have experience in the technical aspects of your craft, including materials, asset optimisation and the creation of meshes with clean and functional topology, as well as being comfortable communicating with technical departments. 
• You’ll oversee the Character group, working in conjunction with the Art Director to plan work for the team and ensure our high quality bar is realised.
• Your knowledge of human anatomy will be well developed and you’ll have a good level of understanding on best practices to suit animation and engine requirements. 

• A strong portfolio demonstrating your in-game character art work to very high standards.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience of working on published AAA titles on current-gen consoles .
• Good understanding of current generation production workflows in relation to character art production.

Our client seek a Senior Environment Artist to join their talented and experienced team, working on a range of high profile, AAA projects.


Responsibilities:

• Ensure both yours and the department’s 3D assets and environments are the required AAA quality
• Realistic environment creation in collaboration with the art Leads and managers
• Exploration of new technologies and practices to incorporate into production

• Portfolio illustrating prowess in environment art and its use in released titles
• Technical proficiency to perceive all aspects behind environment creation
• Demonstrable achievements in console games 

This heavyweight studio has worked on a range of titles, covering a number of genres. They are seeking to hire VFX Artists to join their team.

They requiree someone with AAA console experience in Real-Time Visual Effects work. You will have experience with at least one of the following: Unreal Engine, Unity, CryEngine or similar VFX editor.

If this opportunity is of interest to you, or you would like to discuss your options, please send a copy of your latest CV and a suitable phone number / Skype ID, along with a convenient date and time to call to adrian@big-planet.biz

• Creating high-quality realistic and responsive animations.
• Rigging and character setup for all bipedal, quadrupedal, and other forms of character movement
• Reporting animation wip’s and doubts to the Lead Animator.
• Collaboration with multiple art, design and engineering teams.

REQUIREMENTS:-

• Good knowledge using Motion Builder and/or Maya.
  
• At least 3 years documented experience in animation in games or film industry.
• Good knowledge using Motion Builder and/or Maya.
• Experience in animation biped/quadruped characters and other organic and inorganic forms.

We are working with an award winning,multi-platform developer. They are seeking to hire a Senior Animator for their top-tier team, based in theMidlands, UK.

Please see below for an outline of the job description:-

Responsibilities:

• Ensure all animation assets are produced in line with the projects agreed standards
• Fix any bugs identified in owned animation assets, either through own testing or by QA
• Test all animation assets against specification, to ensure they perform as required

Requirements:

• Excellent knowledge of 3dsMax (CS Biped) and Motion Builder
• Understands character / facial rig creation and can create them where / if required
• Experienced in cinematic creation. Understands staging, cinematography and character performance to a good level
• Skilled at motion capture editing to define game clips and enhance performance

We are working with an established and highly experienced developer, who are seeking to a hire Technical Artist for a fixed term contract, based at their mobile studio in Brighton, UK.

If this opportunity is of interest to you, or you would like to discuss your options, please provide me with a copy of your latest CV, a suitable phone number / Skype ID, along with a convenient date and time to call to adrian@big-planent.biz

We are working with an award winning, multi-platform developer. They are seeking to hire a Senior Technical Artist, with their top-tier team, based in the Midlands, UK. 

Please find the outline of the job spec’ below:

• Technical knowledge across multiple platforms.
• Broad range of tools experience, defining the workflows and tools for both the Technical Artist and others to use
• Full lifecycle experience as a Senior Technical Artist on at least two shipped console titles, using current-generation art techniques and processes.
• Knowledge of commonly used programming languages, in particular MaxScript, C# and HLSL.

• Define art pipelines, workflows, budgets and optimisation processes for asset development, for streamlined production and jaw-dropping visual quality.
• Stay up to date with cutting edge development and rendering techniques.
• Confidently liaise between Art, Programming, Design and Production teams.
• Bring new techniques into the studio and recommend training requirements on an on-going basis.

If this opportunity is of interest to you, or you would like to discuss your options, please provide me with a copy of your latest CV, a suitable phone number / Skype ID, along with a convenient date and time to call to adrian@big-planent.biz

We are working with a AAA, European, independent developer, who are seeking to hire a 3D Environment Artist. Please see below for an outline of the role.

Responsibilities: 

• Create artwork to the highest visual quality whilst working efficiently to time and memory budgets
• Work to a functional and aesthetic brief, within technical constraints
• Create models of 3D environments, map predefined textures, create new textures and light environments 

Requirements:

• Model and texture both high and low polygon environments, including terrain, buildings and props
• Expert ability with Maya and Adobe Photoshop
• Knowledge of 3ds Max, XNormal, Substance Designer, Substance Painter and Perforce.

If you would like to be considered for this role, or to discuss our current art opportunities, please send your CV to adrian@big-planet.biz 

We are working with an established VR/ARand Mobile game studio, developers of high profile titles.

They are seeking an experienced Character Artist,capable of creating realistic and stylized art, to join their talented team.

Responsibilities:

· Develop and execute new andexciting art styles

· Integrate 3D assets into theUnity 3D game engine

· Collaborate with engineers,designers and producers to ensure consistent product vision

· Participate in art reviews andrespond to critical feedback in a professional manner

Requirements:

· Ability to create bothphotorealistic and stylized 3D character art

· Low- and high polygon modelingexperience

· Expert attention to detail inall aspects of UV Mapping, textures, shaders and LOD’s

· 3+ years game industry or filmrelated experience as a 3D artist

· Shipped at least one gametitles on any platform

· 
Outstanding skills in 3D Maxor Maya, ZBrush and Photoshop;

If you would like to be considered for thisrole, or discuss your options and other opportunities, please send your CV inan MS word format to adrian@big-planet.biz

We are working with a VR/AR and Mobile gamestudio, developers of high profile titles.

They are seeking a Senior EnvironmentArtist, experienced in creating realistic and stylized art, to join theirtalented team.

Responsibilities:

· Develop and execute new andexciting art styles

· Integrate 3D assets into theUnity 3D game engine

· Collaborate with engineers,designers and producers to ensure consistent product vision

· Participate in art reviews andrespond to critical feedback in a professional manner

Requirements:

· Ability to create bothphotorealistic and stylized 3D environment art

· Low- and high polygon modelingexperience

· Expert attention to detail inall aspects of UV Mapping, textures, shaders and LOD’s

· 5+ years game industry or filmrelated experience as a 3D artist

· Shipped at least two gametitles on any platform

· Outstanding skills in 3D Max orMaya, ZBrush and Photoshop

If you would like to be considered for thisrole, or discuss your options and other opportunities, please send your CV inan MS word format to adrian@big-planet.biz

We are working with a world renowned, multiplatform, UK development studio that is seeking a Lead Artist to join their team.     

Requirements:

• At least 3 years’ games industry art experience, including 1 year in a senior or lead role.
• Full cycle production experience on a published game title.
• Legally eligible to work in the UK.

• Lead and guide a dedicated team of environment artists.
• Hands-on contribution to artwork.
• Responsibility for all artwork required on a specific project.
• Plan and structure tasks with efficiency.

• Excellent understanding of all art aspects required for 3d games, including environments, characters, 2D/GUI and animation.
• Highly experienced and knowledgeable in Photoshop and a 3d package such as 3dsMax or Maya.
• Excellent artistic ability and direction, with strong and responsible leadership.
• Good understanding of the game development process as a whole, including technical limitations and opportunities.

Our client is an independent game development studio, who have delivered award-winning titles, created by some of the most experienced and talented individuals in the UK. They are seeking to hire an experienced VFX Artist who excels in realistic, dramatic effects.

Requirements:

• Proficiency with 3D graphics, particle systems, physics, ribbons, shaders and post process effects
• Strong Photoshop editing skills for creating texture effects for use with particle systems
• An outstanding portfolio demonstrating your particle and VFX work for AAA titlesIf you would like to be considered for this role with a top-tier team please sen

Our client is seeking Character Artists across all levels of experience in game development. 

Responsibilities: 

• You will undertake a wide variety of challenges related to game characters. You want to be a video game character artist, and you’re not intimidated by the technical and often fiddly side of game character production.
• In addition to sculpting, you will texture, shade, light and articulate.
• You’re broadly skilled and understand that character work does not end in zBrush.

• You know your anatomy inside and out.
• You understand surfacing, can create fantastic textures and can author materials.
• You know how to build game meshes that can exactly reproduce the source material, but which are light on resources and performance.
• You’re a great sculptor, who can work in any style – real or expressive, hard surface or organic.

Our client is looking for an accomplished Technical Artist. 

Responsibilities:

• Build studio art processes
• Implement asset pipeline with Creative, Tools and Rendering teams
• Imaginatively resolve problems and tailor proprietary utilities 

• Experienced utilising 3DS Max, Maya, C++, C# and 3D packages for scripting and plug-ins
• Experience of working on published consoles and titles
• Confident in implementing asset pipelines, exporting and automation of 
• processes
• Avid gamer 
• Good communicator in English

Our client are an ambitious new studio in the capital of Scotland,currently developing a state-of-the-art mid-core action mobile MMO project, andare looking for a keen and talented Animator to join the team.

Successful candidates will be joining a team who strive to delivercutting edge mobile games using the latest technologies (PVP action MMO/newmobile MMO IP) with a global market focus, working in a fast-paced, technicallychallenging and openly creative environment.

Job Description 

The Animator will be working with the Art Director and Character team todevelop the character and environment animation for the game. They will beresponsible for producing and implementing high quality game and cut sceneanimations.

Skills Required

· Atleast 2 years’ experience Animating for games

· Ability to create high quality keyframe characteranimations

· A good understanding of working in unity

· A good understanding of working in 3D Studio Max and itsCat rigging system

· Experiencewith rigging and skinning

· EU/UKWork permit

· FluentEnglish

CV to ash@big-planet.biz to apply

We are actively working exclusively with an experiencedteam, who are in pre-production phase, developing an action, MMO, PvP, mobiletitle.

They are currently seeking a Weapons Artist to join their talented team. 

Job description

The Artist will work with theArt Director and Designers to develop a full range of weapons/props that fitthe overall look and art style of the game. They will be responsible forproviding and implementing production quality Assets and working within anddeveloping the Weapons customization studio.

Skill needed

· At least 2 years’ experience working in games

· A good understanding of 3D Studio max

· A good understanding of working in Unity 

· Exceptional knowledge of the asset creation process (block in, high and

low poly, multi part baking, PBR texturing,etc).

· Excellent skill at sub-d modeling and hard surface sculpting.

· Flexible skills that translate to different scales and subject matter

(weapons, vehicles, Props, etc).

· Ingrained sense of the principals of design and how to apply them to

your models and textures.

· Self-motivated, good communication skills and the ability to integrate

into a tight knit team.

· An exceptional understanding of hard surface modeling techniques for usein

creating complex mechanical objects, such as,weapons and vehicles.

· Superior eye for light, shade, color, and detail in creating texturemaps and materials.

· Self-motivation, good communication skills, and a great team-playerattitude.

We are actively working exclusively with an experienced team, who are in pre-production phase, developing an action, MMO, PvP, mobiletitle.

They are currently seeking a Vehicle Artist to join their talented team.

Job description

The Vehicle Artist will work with the Art Director and Designers to develop production quality vehicles and mods that match the art and style of the game. They will be responsible for providing and implementing quality assets and working within and developing the games vehicle customization studio.

Skills Required

· At least 2 years’ experience working in games

· Experience in creating high quality 3d vehicles

· Excellent hard surface modeling ability

· A good understanding of working in unity a plus

· A good understanding of working in 3D Studio Max

· Modelling car exteriors & interiors

· UV mapping (unwrapping meshes).

· Modelling low poly LOD versions of high detail meshes.

· A solid comprehension of mesh topologies and optimisation techniques for games.

· Excellent 2D texturing skills using AdobePhotoshop.

· A highly critical and methodical approach to work and quality.

· Strong organisational, written and verbal communication skills.

· Quick to learn and comprehend custom in-housetools or technical processes.

CVto adrian@big-planet.biz to apply

Ourclient is a mobile games studio based in Scotland working on a PVP, action MMO.They are looking for a Character Artist to join the team on their exciting new mobile IP. 

Job description

The Character Artist will workwith the Art Director and Designers to develop fun larger than life charactersthat fit the overall look and art style of the game. They will be responsiblefor providing and implementing production quality characters and clothing andworking within and developing the character customization studio.

Skill needed

· At least 2 years’ experience working in games or film

· An excellent understanding of sculpting clothing and anatomy in Zbrush

· A good understanding of working in Unity  

· A good understanding of low poly modelling, UV mapping and hand paintedtextures

· A good level of knowledge using 3DS Max, Photoshop, Zbrush

· A good understanding of human anatomy, shape and form

· A positive communicator with the ability to work with staff from alldisciplines

· Excellent organizational and time management skills

· Ability to be flexible and adapt to change when requested

Apply now! CV to adrian@big-planet.biz to apply

We are working with a Scottish games studio, who are working on an action, mobile, MMO. They are looking for a talented concept artist to join the team creating this exciting new IP. 

Job description

The Concept Artist will work with the Art Director and Designer to develop concept artwork that fits the overall look and art style of the game. They will be responsible for providing production artwork for the characters, environments, vehicles and props as well as producing high quality marketing art.  

Skills needed 

• Excellent 2D skills
  
• At least 2 years’ experience working in games or film
• An excellent understanding of, character, vehicle and environment design, colour theory, perspective, lighting and composition. As well as a good understanding of brand and logo design.
• Passion for games
• Portfolio that demonstrates breadth in style
• Skills to create appealing, detailed and emotional characters
• great illustrator
• Multitasking talents who can also perform texturing
• Great attention to detail
• Dedication
• Great team member
• Knowledge of Illustrator, Photoshop, Unity and other 2D/3D applications