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Junction Point Studios seeks Character Modeler

Founded by Warren Spector, Junction Point Studios (JPS) joined Disney Interactive Studios (DIS) in September of 2007 and is quickly growing. While DIS is part of the larger Walt Disney Company, we still have the autonomy of a smaller developer/publisher without many of the risks and restrictions associated with start-ups.
Comprised of experienced game developers from places like Origin, Looking Glass, Electronic Arts, Sony, Sony Online, Digital Anvil, NC Soft, Rare and many more, we believe long-term success can best be achieved by delivering games of the highest quality – in game play and presentation, notably on time and budget. While hard work and commitment to quality is important, quality of life is equally important and our goal is to create an environment that fosters a superior work/life balance.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Produces key art content that sets a visual benchmark, and can be relied upon to solve the most challenging CG production problems
  • Assists in defining the techniques used to ensure the delivery of AAA quality models, including workflow efficiency tools, evaluation of software and new technologies, and the solving of technical production issues as needed
  • Expected to assist in training and mentoring of other artists in the modeling department
  • Reports to Lead Character Modeler during a project

Qualifications

  • 5 year experience as a character modeler
  • A post secondary education in traditional art or classical animation
  • 3-5 years experience on AAA console products
  • Versed in creating Normal Maps
  • An eye for detail and style as demonstrated by a top-rate portfolio or demo reel
  • Expert knowledge of game development software and techniques (e.g. Maya, Photoshop, Etc…)
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Prior experience on projects using outsourcing or 3rd party development and gaming experience is a plus

Preference to applicants with:

  • Shipped-title experience
  • Experience with 3d Studio Max, Zbrush, or Mudbox
  • Familiarity with shader technology
  • Traditional sculpting background

If you’re interested in joining the DIS Junction Point family, please submit your resume to:
jobs -AT- junctionpoint.com

Disney Interactive Studios is an EEO employer and requires a satisfactory criminal history background report as a condition of employment.

Posted by AlexMarquez on March 18, 2008 05:14 PM