<p>Founded in 1988, Visual Concepts is the developer behind the 2K Sports games and the dominating success of the NBA 2K franchise. The Visual Concepts team is devoted and ambitious, never content to stop searching for new ways to improve the gaming experience and to develop advanced techniques and methods of producing cutting edge entertainment. It is through this determination and love of both sports and video games that Visual Concepts has fostered NBA 2K from its creation in 2000 to present day, ensuring each annual release is innovative and improved. The Visual Concepts attitude and work ethic shines through in the games and earns the company awards and accolades year after year.</p>

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Facial Animator (Temp)

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Environment Artist

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Senior Motion Graphics Artist

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Environment Prop Lead - Infinity Ward

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The Environment Prop Lead at Infinity Ward oversees the creation and quality standards of environment models.  Responsibilities include mentoring artists, prioritizing tasks, improving workflows, collaborating with other studios, and ensuring assets meet technical and artistic requirements for consoles and mobile.  The role requires experience in creating realistic props for FPS games, proficiency in various 3D software (Substance Designer, Painter, Photoshop, ZBrush, Maya/Max, Blender), and a strong understanding of PBR.  The ideal candidate will lead by example, guide artists, utilize photogrammetry, and maintain quality across all environment props.

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<div class="jd-info au-target" data-ph-at-id="jobdescription-text" data-ph-id="ph-page-element-page5-B4i438" au-target-id="134"><h2>Job Title:</h2>Environment Prop Lead - Infinity Ward<p style="text-align:inherit" aria-hidden="true"></p><h2>Requisition ID:</h2>R024524<p style="text-align:inherit" aria-hidden="true"></p><h2>Job Description:</h2><p><b><span>Environment Prop Lead</span> </b></p><p aria-hidden="true"></p><p><b>Your Mission</b></p><p>As part of the leadership team at Infinity Ward, the Environment Prop Lead oversees the creation and standards of the project’s environment models. You’ll join a team of leaders focusing on empowering our global team of artists and help make our maps and environments come alive through realism and storytelling.</p><p aria-hidden="true"></p><p>We’re seeking an experienced artist who knows the ins and outs of creating believable and interesting models, within the technical and artistic constraints of consoles and mobile. You should be able to educate artists and describe why or how an asset can look better or be more performant. As a mentor you’re proactively finding solutions to improve pipelines and workflows and deliver clear and constructive feedback to both internal and external artists with confidence. Collaborating comes natural to you, guiding others to be successful in their task.</p><p aria-hidden="true"></p><p>Being an ambassador for environmental prop art, you’ll represent the Infinity Ward Studio within the franchise working with level artists, photogrammetry experts, leads and Directors within our and other Call of Duty studios.</p><p><br><span>Priorities can often change in a fast-paced environment like ours, so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:</span></p><ul><li><p>Responsible for maintaining quality across all environment props made for the project.</p></li><li><p>Maintain and mentor artists on established franchise workflows and best practices.</p></li><li><p>Prioritize and assign tasks and initiatives to the team to&nbsp;ensure&nbsp;the best&nbsp;possible&nbsp;results, while aligning with Directors, Production and OS managers.</p></li><li><p>Research and incorporate latest techniques and industry standards.</p></li><li><p>Work closely with Tools, Engine, and&nbsp;Tech&nbsp;art&nbsp;counterparts&nbsp;to develop new workflows or improve upon existing tools and technologies&nbsp;to&nbsp;streamline&nbsp;team&nbsp;efficiency.&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Create documentation of processes for others to follow as needed.&nbsp;</p></li><li><p>Provide feedback to both internal and external artists regarding quality and technical execution.&nbsp;</p></li></ul><p aria-hidden="true"></p><p><b>Player Profile</b></p><p>Experience</p><ul><li><p>4+ years of industry experience creating realistic props for 1st person (FPS) games as a Sr. Artist or in an Art Leadership position.</p></li><li><p>Ability to lead by example, creating or guiding artists to create benchmark quality assets.</p></li><li><p>Experience working with photogrammetry to add realistic details to props.</p></li><li><p>Advanced skill in software:&nbsp;Substance Designer, Substance Painter, Adobe Photoshop and ZBrush, Blender or similar software.</p></li><li><p>Strong knowledge of a 3D modeling software (Maya, Max, etc.)</p></li><li><p>Unmatched understanding of Physically Based Rendering&nbsp;(PBR) practices.</p></li></ul><p aria-hidden="true"></p><p>Key Attributes</p><ul><li><p>Takes direction well and can confidently give clear concise direction.</p></li><li><p>Willingness to improve and learn new skills.</p></li><li><p>Able to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.</p></li></ul><p aria-hidden="true"></p><p><b>Your Platform</b></p><p>Founded in 2002, Infinity Ward is the original studio behind the&nbsp;Call of Duty®&nbsp;franchise. The titles developed by Infinity Ward have won more than 200 "Game of the Year" awards and 100 "Editor's Choice" awards, among many other industry accolades. Some of our previous titles include:&nbsp;Call of Duty®: Ghosts,&nbsp;Call of Duty®: Infinite Warfare&nbsp;and most recently,&nbsp;Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare II.</p><p>A critically acclaimed studio, Infinity Ward is proud to have one of the most hardworking and versatile development teams in the industry.&nbsp; We love to have as much fun as the games we create, and it shows in our relaxed, yet diligent, workplace environment. &nbsp;We believe that making the best games relies on having the best people, so we like to look after ours. We enjoy having fun with top-notch events that everyone gets involved with.</p><p aria-hidden="true"></p><p>Infinity Ward is wholly owned by Activision. To learn more about our studio, please visit us at&nbsp;, on Facebook at&nbsp;, and&nbsp;&nbsp;on X.</p><p aria-hidden="true"></p><p><b>Our World</b></p><p>At Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We’re driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, Crash Bandicoot™, Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™, and Guitar Hero®. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products, our “press start” is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences.</p><p aria-hidden="true"></p><p>We’re not just looking back at our decades-long legacy; we’re forging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate, creative, and diverse teams within our organization.&nbsp;</p><p aria-hidden="true"></p><p>We’re in the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater — this could be your opportunity to level up.&nbsp;</p><p aria-hidden="true"><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Ready to Activate Your Future?&nbsp;</p><p aria-hidden="true"></p></div>

Visual Concepts' Novato studio seeks a temporary Facial Animator to contribute to the NBA2K franchise.  Responsibilities encompass producing realistic facial animation with strong timing and acting, including mocap cleanup and keyframe animation.  This role involves working with motion capture data for cinematic and in-game features, utilizing facial tracking software, collaborating with senior animators on asset modification, and ensuring animations meet game-ready requirements. The ideal candidate will possess 2+ years of professional animation experience, a strong demo reel showcasing expressive facial animation, proficiency in Maya, and excellent collaboration skills.  The position requires addressing feedback effectively, meeting deadlines, and maintaining a high work ethic.

<div class="job__description body"><div><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">At Visual Concepts, we believe great games are made by diverse and empowered teams with a shared passion for play. As one of the world’s top game development studios, we have shipped over 100 multi-sku titles to critical acclaim and commercial success. Our teams are independent and entrepreneurial. Our studios in Novato, Foothill Ranch, Irvine, Budapest, Shanghai, Austin, Boise, Seoul, and Parksville, Canada are committed to artistry and technical innovation, offering top candidates the opportunity to learn and grow with some of the smartest and most creative minds in the industry.</span></p>
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<h2>What We Need:</h2>
<p>Our Novato studio is looking for a Facial Animator (Temporary), to work with the developers of the critically acclaimed NBA2K video game franchise! This position will report directly to the Art Director.</p>
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<h2>What You Will Do:</h2>
<ul>
<li>Produce realistic facial animation with strong timing and acting skills, including mocap cleanup and key frame animation</li>
<li>Work with motion capture data for both cinematic and in-game features</li>
<li>Utilize facial tracking/solving software to track facial features and retarget to face rigs</li>
<li>Work closely with the lead and senior animators to modify assets meeting game-ready requirements</li>
<li>Observing and animating the subtleties of facial expression</li>
<li>Addressing feedback in a timely manner while meeting project deadlines and milestones</li>
<li>Collaborating with other members of the team to work through issues and achieve high quality animations</li>
</ul>
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<h2>Who Will Be A Great Fit:</h2>
<ul>
<li>2+ years of professional animation experience in video games or feature films</li>
<li>Outstanding demo reel demonstrating good understanding of animation principles with a focus on expressive facial animation</li>
<li>Study in the field of 3D Animation, Motion Capture, or Film</li>
<li>Have a thorough knowledge of Maya</li>
<li>Ability to follow instructions and efficiently manage their workload on their own initiative</li>
<li>Comfortable with deadlines and a fast turnaround time</li>
<li>Has excellent work ethic and works well with others</li>
<li>Love for video games (not just ours!)</li>
</ul>
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<h2>Might Be Nice:</h2>
<ul>
<li>Previous Mocap experience</li>
<li>Experience with facial motion tracking (software such as Faceware or Dynamixyz)</li>
<li>Working knowledge of Mel or Python scripting</li>
</ul>
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">To learn more about Visual Concepts and our studio locations, check out our website at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.vcentertainment.com">www.vcentertainment.com</a></p></div></div>