Game Marketing Artist (Temporary)

Description

Games Marketing Artist


NetherRealm Studios, a division of WB Games Inc., seeks a Marketing Artist to be responsible for creating high quality AAA competitive screenshots and other marketing materials for high profile game title(s). This is an individual contributor position and requires a full understanding of lighting, value structure, composition, contrapposto/character weighting and posing, basic animation principles and all aesthetic sensibilities required in creating industry competitive marketing visuals. In addition, candidate should have a strong understanding of current and next gen game pipelines and associated technology and software. A portfolio/demo reel demonstrating an ability to create high quality in game visuals and/or marketing materials and concept/illustrations is required.

Under the guidance of Art Director, compose high quality AAA screen shots for marketing campaign of high profile game.
Transfer key marketing initiatives into high quality consumer facing visuals.
Communicate and problem solve with studio leadership, discipline leads and other members of the art team where applicable towards the creation of high quality AAA screenshots visuals.
Work with and suggest improvements to existing screenshot tools and pipeline.



JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Work Experience
• 5+ years experience in the game industry. 
• A core understanding of basic lighting.
• A core understanding of Unreal.
• Marketing illustration and concept experience a plus.

Education, Professional Training, Technical Training or Certification
• AA/BFA in a art related discipline preferred.

Knowledge/Skills
• Strong background in traditional/fundamental art principles including: excellent color theory, composition, lighting, and realistic character posing skills
• Solid understanding of anatomy
• Wide understanding of lighting/rendering technologies.
• Familiar with Maya (or a leading 3D modeling package) , Photoshop and has the capacity to learn new tools, and artistic method.
• Shows an able understanding of fundamental technical topics, capable of implementing them into their workflow to execute assignments. 
• Excellent communication skills