Careers @ JANUS
Senior Artist -- Location, TBD
Janus Research Group, Inc. is looking for a talented and motivated individual to join it’s growing art team as a Senior Artist. Responsibilities include modeling and texturing low poly 3D models; creating animations; and building, working with, and troubleshooting scenes and assets in real-time 3D engines. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to, training and mentoring other members of the team and contributing to the design and production processes of our Simulation, Serious Games, and Cinematic projects.
As a Senior Artist you will have the opportunity to work in a wide range of disciplines and to polish your skill sets in areas such as concept sketching, storyboarding, modeling and texturing, animation, lighting, rendering and effects.
Requirements
• The ability to draw and sketch, either digitally or traditionally. Drawing storyboards, concept sketches, etc.
• The ability to model, UV and texture low poly models for props, environments & assets
• The ability to model, UV and texture low poly character models
• The ability to rig and skin character models
• The ability to create object and character animations
• Knowledge of and experience with: lighting, cinematography, directing & rendering
• The ability to create Flash graphics, animations, and scripts
• The ability to edit Audio and/or Video, post effects, and final composition.
• Knowledge of formats, exporting and Codecs.
• Knowledge and expertise in developing and defining processes and workflow.
• Knowledge/experience with traditional photography a plus, but not required
• Knowledge/experience with motion capture a plus, but not required
Experience & Education
• Minimum 4 year degree or Bachelor Degree in relevant art/production field (exceptions to this requirement may be granted if the candidate has an acceptable combination of relevant education and field experience)
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in creating low poly 3D models/scenes
• Required Software Familiarity
• Autodesk 3D Studio Max
• Adobe Photoshop
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Well organized and detail oriented
Salary
Salary: Commensurate with experience/education
Benefits
Benefits: 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO), 10 Paid Federal Holidays, Medical and Dental Plans, Life and Disability insurance, Education Assistance (and more).
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"
