June 29, 2007
TXMPA Meeting at St. Ed's - SATURDAY. Get Out And Vote!
Austin gamers urged to attend TXMPA meeting Saturday, June 30, 10:00 am at St. Edward's University. Your vote is needed!
The Texas incentive program would not have been possible without the Texas Motion Picture Alliance (TXMPA), a statewide network of volunteers who lobbied the Texas Legislature to pass the bill. Despite its name, TXMPA encompasses more than films. Video game developers played a role in the group this year, but a much stronger game influence is needed if we're to build upon the recently passed incentive program and expand its impact in the next legislative session.
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Posted by MarkRichards at 04:17 AM
TXMPA Announcement
With a stroke of the governor's pen earlier this month, a game and film industry incentive bill became law. What does that mean for us as game developers? Any project spending more than $100,000 in-state is eligible for a 5% cash incentive, with a cap of $250,000, from the State of Texas. While this is not a staggering amount, every bit counts, and, more importantly, the mere fact that we now have an incentive program on the books is a huge accomplishment.
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Posted by MarkRichards at 04:08 AM
IGDA-Austin Summer Picnic Reports
By all accounts, last Saturday's picnic at Garriott's was a smashing success.
But, don't take our word for it. Read what others are saying!
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Posted by MarkRichards at 03:46 AM
June 21, 2007
Picnic at Richard's Castle!!!
Hello Game Developers and Friends,
IGDA-Austin invites you to our summer picnic event, taking place on Saturday, June 23rd at Richard Garriott's lakeside property starting at 4pm and going until 9pm. We will have all you can eat barbeque plus vegetarian options from The Salt Lick, drinks from Opal Divine's, and various other activities. This event is made possible by our keystone sponsor for 2007-2008, Dell Computer.
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Posted by MarkRichards at 07:50 PM
June 20, 2007
Bioware looking for contract Concept Artists
BioWare Corp. is looking to CONTRACT talented and creative Conceptual Artists to work on a game project that is in the early stages of development. Local candidates only. No relocation provided. The successful candidate will:
- Work closely with a talented team to provide artistic and aesthetic vision.
- Translate visual development and ideation into polished production-ready work.
- Set and maintain a standard of art by providing a wide variety of different and viable solutions.
- Provide research and conceptual development ideas independently.
- Have familiarity or experience with 3D programs and 2D vector-based art applications.
- Performs other related duties.
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Posted by MarkRichards at 11:42 PM
June 19, 2007
DeVry and ACC Game Development Programs Face Off
DeVry versus ACC
Round One
Fight!
http://austinchronicle.com/gyrobase/Issue/story?oid=oid%3A492094
Posted by KainShin at 09:45 PM
June 11, 2007
Online Alchemy seeks Flash Artist and Animator
Online Alchemy is looking for a Flash Artist and Animator. This is a contract position that can become a full-time employee position (with benefits and equity) for the right candidate.
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Posted by MarkRichards at 09:16 PM
Aspyr seeks Contract Tester
As a Contract Tester reporting to the Assistant Software Test Lead or Software Test Lead you will be responsible for creating/running test cases, entering bugs, and performing regression testing. Teamwork and a professional attitude are KEY in this role. Composure and interpersonal skills are crucial in this role. Both verbal and written communication skills are a MUST!
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Posted by QuocTran at 06:20 PM
June 06, 2007
ACC Video Games Seminar
Reminder… The next First Wednesday seminar is tonight, June 6, 7pm to 9pm, and features Tamir Nadav, KingsIsle Entertainment, Billy Cain, Critical Mass Interactive, Paul Trowe, SkyZone Entertainment, Spencer Zuzolo, GameCamp!, Jeff Johannigman, People Type Consulting, Gail Papermaster in a panel discussion "Honing your networking skills". ACC's Highland Business Center [map], room 301.0.
Class information after the break!
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Posted by MarkRichards at 01:25 PM
June 04, 2007
Portfolio Show @ Gemini School
Mark your calendars for Thursday, June 14th from 2-8 pm, as we hold
our inaugural Portfolio Show @ Gemini. We'll show our 2007 graduate
portfolios, hold FREE Master Class painting demonstrations and wind
up with a networking Happy Hour. Click below for further details!
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Posted by MarkRichards at 06:47 PM
Game / Music Happy Hour - June 5th
Get your drink on with Austin musicians at IGDA's June 5th Happy Hour, 6:30 - 8:30 PM at the Shoal Creek Saloon. Gamers team up with the Austin Music Foundation to kick off the summer Cajun-style. Mingle with other game folks, meet musicians, chat about ways our industries can collaborate. Cash bar and spicy Cajun cooking available.
This is not a developer-only event. Please feel free to bring along all interested (and interesting) friends!
IGDA-Austin/Austin Music Foundation Happy Hour
Tuesday, June 5
6:30 - 8:30 PM
Shoal Creek Saloon
Creek Side Patio
North Lamar & 9th St
map: http://tinyurl.com/2ta7lt
Posted by MarkRichards at 11:42 AM
June 01, 2007
Total Immersion Software is looking for a Contract Audio Effects Designer
Total Immersion Software is currently looking for a highly skilled Contract Audio Effects Designer to work on a quickly approaching military simulation demo.
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Posted by MarkRichards at 04:47 PM
Total Immersion Software seeks experienced Game Software Engineers
Total Immersion Software is currently seeking experienced software engineers for multiple engineering positions.
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Posted by MarkRichards at 04:29 PM
