Jr. Pixel Artist Internship (Toronto)
This is a paid internship
postition with the opportunity to transition to a full-time contract
position. This position is ideal for someone who believes they have the
talent, but have never worked professionally on published titles before.
Capybara
Games Inc. is currently seeking a talented 2D/Pixel Artist for mobile
and/or DS game production. The ideal candidate has experience working
in pixel art, including tiling, animation and low-color work. The
candidate should have strong traditional 2D art skills, and be able to
communicate well with other team members.
Job Responsibilities:
• Work directly with Programmers, Designers and Artists to conceptualize and realize pixel art for mobile or DS games
• Create in-game sprites, animations, tiles, user interface and more
• Contribute innovative and original ideas towards all aspects of game production and development
• Actively seeks review and input from other team members. Able to take, and give, good constructive criticism.
• Create promotional material and illustrations for pitches/proposals, web and print
Required/Desired Skills:
• Must be a passionate gamer
• Pixel/sprite animation skills
• Excellent traditional art skill (concepting, illustration)
•
Digital art skills (Photoshop); desktop publishing skills
are a definite asset, as is web design and art-for-web experience. 3D
Skills an asset but not necessary.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Team player – experience working on team-based projects is key
• Ability to follow direction and work in a variety of art styles
Contact:
Nathan Vella
nathan.v[at]capybaragames.com
All
applications MUST include a link to an online portfolio OR example work
in digital format. Any applications without a portfolio will not be
considered.
Canadian residents, or those legally able to work in Canada only please.
About Our Company:
Capybara
Games is a Canadian mobile and handheld game studio driven by our
passion to make immersive and enjoyable games. We bring our innovative
concepts to original titles like Pillowfight and Critter Crunch, as
well as established brands such as Cars, Happy Feet and Pirates of the
Caribbean: At Worlds End. In business since 2003, Capybara is
recognized for combining unique ideas, addictive gameplay and
compelling visual style. We have brought the highest quality mobile
titles to market, and now we are committed to bringing this same
capability and attitude to Nintendo DS, where we will leverage the
experience and expertise that we gained while mastering the field of
mobile entertainment. Capybara is a certified Nintendo Wii and DS
developer.
More information can be found on our website at http://www.capybaragames.com/ - http://www.capybaragames.com
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