Associate Outsourcing Artist (Contract)

WHO WE ARE

We’re ArenaNet—we’ve created a studio that makes online worlds infused with innovation, hand-crafted excellence, and creative passion. We're not the only ones who share this passion; gamers made Guild Wars 2 the fastest selling MMO game in the West with more than 3 million copies sold in its first 9 months, and players and press have consistently called it one of the best MMOs of all time.

Our studio is built on foundations of excellence with a focus on community. We constantly innovate, unlocking the true potential of online role-playing with game-changing titles like Guild Wars 2 and beyond. The status quo is not good enough for our dedicated worldwide community of players, which is why we question the de facto industry conventions and demand more from ourselves as developers.

As Outsourcing Artist, you will work closely with the Outsourcing Art Team to review assets from external partners, provide feedback to align those assets with our goals and make appropriate edits to prepare files for integration.

The ideal candidate has a high taste level and a critical eye for detail. They should be a strong communicator, with a passion for game art and knowledge of modern pipelines. The right candidate will also be a great team player and will be a collaborative partner to both the external partners, and our internal art team

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Review 2D assets delivered from external partners for quality and accuracy, and provide feedback accordingly.
• Generate speed models and/or proxy volumes for vendors to reference.
• Support multiple deliveries from multiple vendors within the production schedule.
• Revise and prepare delivered assets for integration into the game engine.
• Ensure assets fulfill the visual style set by the Art Director.
• Coordinate with Leads, Art Director and Producers to ensure direction remains consistent and teams are supported.
• Produce original 2D assets depending on project needs and as time allows.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

• A discerning eye for art quality and a keen eye for inconsistencies.
• Strong aptitude and knowledge of modern modeling pipelines.
• Photoshop proficiency.
• Strong written, verbal, and visual communication skills.
• Be highly organized and follow processes/instructions.
• Self-driven and a collaborative spirit and positive attitude.

PLUSES!

• Understanding of legacy game art techniques (Blinn/Phong lighting, hand-painted texturing, etc).
• Strong art fundamentals (Form, color, composition).
• Strong concept art background and/or strong 2D skills in character, creature and environment art.
• Jira experience.
• Maya, Zbrush and Substance Painter experience
• A passion for games.

This is a 1 year contract.