Sunday, May 24, 2009

JOBS @ ACONY, Germany

Senior Programmer

The Senior programmer is an exceptionally talented ‘all-rounder’ who has the ability and passion to really ‘own’ and drive key areas of our game’s code-base. The candidate will be assisting with the PC version of our in development next-gen title. The task could be quite varied depending on the candidates strengths.

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Thursday, May 21, 2009

JOBS @ ACONY, Germany

About ACONY GmbH & Co. KG

Acony is an independent and privately-owned game development studio located in the beautiful town Villingen, Germany – surrounded by the famous Black Forest and the Bodensee. Founded in 2004, Acony is committed to make only AAA titles. Comprised of industry veterans with a shared passion for creating fun, innovative gameplay, Acony is now developing original properties for the next generation of cross-platform multiplayer games.

Game Designer

The Game Designer designs the rule sets of the game, based on the Game Design Document. Defines both, fun and compelling game play, for appropriate demographic within the specifications of the Lead Designer’s vision.

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Senior Technical Artist

The Technical Artist evaluates, innovates, solves problems and pushes the technical/visual limitations on a given project

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Texture Artist

The Texture Artist will create textures for environmental models and various props. He will be working closely with the Art Director; the texture artist is responsible for the final texture tweaks using the procedural texture package (ProFX).

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Wednesday, May 20, 2009

Avalanche/Disney Interactive

Avalanche Software

Avalanche is a subsidiary of Disney Interactive Studios (DIS), a unit of The Walt Disney Company, focusing on creation of video games based on Disney intellectual properties in addition to the creation of new properties. Avalanche was acquired by Disney in May of 2005. Until the acquisition, Avalanche had operated as an independent developer in the Salt Lake Valley from its’ inception in 1995.

Current Positions Available

We are currently hiring artists, animators, programmers, and designers. Please send your resume and/or demo reel to our HR Department.

Avalanche Software
C/O Amber Bechtold
102 West 500 South
Suite 502
Salt Lake City, UT 84107
jobs@distudios.net

Notice 1:Please indicate city of preference to work in on subject line.

Notice 2: All those submitting demo reels must review, sign and fax the Portfolio Submission Form (Word Document) to 801.595.1140 before we can consider your demo reel.

Sunday, May 17, 2009

JOBS @ BLUE FANG, Waltham, MA

About Blue Fang Games

The future of gaming lies in growing beyond the traditional genres that have dominated our industry. We need to expand our audience by creating new and different interactive experiences that speak to the broader population. Blue Fang Games is dedicated to creating games that appeal to this larger audience. We are currently developing an original video game property with THQ Inc. and we are looking for talented individuals to join our team and play an integral role in shaping the future.

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Technical Artist - BLUE FANG, Waltham, MA

We are looking for a Technical Artist who is willing to engage, share creative risk and handle whatever art task is at hand. If you like being a “go to” artist then we have a great opportunity for you. Join our team of creative innovators and advance as an artist.

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3D Artist - BLUE FANG, Waltham, MA

We are looking for an artist who wants to be a superstar with strong communication, collaboration, and responsibility. We want that monster talent that is willing to engage, share creative risk and handle whatever art task is at hand. If you like being a “go to” artist then we have a huge opportunity for you. Join our team of creative innovators and advance as an artist.

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Senior Artist - BLUE FANG, Waltham, MA

We are looking for an exceptionally talented Senior Artist, with all the usual expectations, leadership, communication, collaboration, and responsibility. We want that monster talent, willing to engage, share creative risk and handle whatever art task is at hand. If this sounds interesting to you and you think you have the chops, get in touch.

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Friday, May 15, 2009

JOBS @ BLIZZARD

Supervisor, In-Game Support, BLIZZARD, Austin TX

The manager is responsible for leading and developing in-game support while balancing customer, financial, and company needs to provide exceptional service . The manager drives consistency both regionally and globally, utilizing employee coaching, metrics analysis, focus groups, team meetings, and calibration processes. Support managers foster an influential relationship with all members by integrating feedback and exemplifying Blizzard Entertainment?s culture of excellence and commitment to quality.

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Senior Software Engineer, Battle.net , Irvine, California

Blizzard Entertainment is looking for a talented and enthusiastic senior software engineer to join our Battle.net team in Irvine, California. Battle.net is an online service enjoyed by millions of Blizzard Entertainment gamers around the globe.

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Supervisor, In-Game Support, Irvine, California

The manager is responsible for leading and developing in-game support while balancing customer, financial, and company needs to provide exceptional service . The manager drives consistency both regionally and globally, utilizing employee coaching, metrics analysis, focus groups, team meetings, and calibration processes.

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Thursday, May 14, 2009

HARMONIX Wants More Rockstars! Salt Lake City's SMARTBOMB Wants a Flasher!

Harmonix Music Systems, Inc 
Cambridge, Massachusetts - United States

Harmonix Music Systems is the creator of the smash hit Rock Band and Guitar Hero I & II. Hailed as the ultimate fusion of video gaming and rock’n’roll.

Lead Artist for External Projects

Harmonix is looking for a passionate Lead Artist to join our amazing team of senior game developers. The Lead Artist for External Projects will work closely with select external studios to provide art direction on future Harmonix titles. 

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Media Artist

Harmonix titles have earned major media attention with an insatiable demand for footage of our newest games. Our Media Art team is tasked with editing amazing videos that showcase the furious rock power of our games to the world. Media Artists at Harmonix create high quality press art and game footage under strict deadlines.

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Senior Character Animator

The Rock Stars in Harmonix games love to show off some of the best moves ever seen on stage. What they don't want you to know is that they're all motion captured from real live rockers and hand animated in Motion Builder.

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Senior Character Artist

The Rock Stars you see in Harmonix games are VAIN individuals. Their wardrobe has to be vast, they change their hairstyle every time they go out on stage, and it's your job to make sure they look perfect for the camera and the adoring fans.

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Junior Technical Artist

Harmonix is renowned for its acclaimed line of music video games and has won countless awards for its titles. The technical art department is instrumental in the success of the studio both in achieving bold art direction as well as developing robust art production pipelines.

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Senior UI / Flash Artist SMART BOMB Salt Lake City

Smart Bomb Interactive is looking for a Senior Level UI / Flash Artist with the passion and ability to excel in interactive awesomeness. Someone who understands fundamental graphic design and illustration principles, intuitively knows user flow, and can create exhilarating interfaces that engage the player and guide them through the gaming experience. Preference will be given to portfolios that demonstrate quality, creativity and professional experience.

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CANADA, INDIA & U.S. JOB POSTINGS - Just in!

Senior Game Designer Longtail Studios, Quebec - Canada

We will be present at GDC Canada - Vancouver! Send us your resume and meet with our representatives on site! Do not miss this opportunity!

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Senior Animator Longtail Studios, Quebec - Canada

Are you looking for an exciting new experience? Do you feel ready for leading your own team through the creation of thrilling games? Are you up for the challenge?

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Technical Director EA MAXIS, Emeryville, California - United States

Spore gives players their own personal universe in a box. Create and evolve life, establish tribes, build civilizations, sculpt entire worlds and explore a universe filled with creations made by other gamers. Spore gives players a wealth of creative tools to customize nearly every aspect of their universe: creatures, vehicles, buildings, and even spaceships. 

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Technical Director, Ubisoft (Pune, India) Pune - India

Ubisoft is a leading developer and publisher of video games worldwide whose brand portfolio covers blockbusters such as Assassin’s Creed, Prince of Persia and Splinter Cell, as well as games for the whole family, from Imagine and Petz to Rayman Raving Rabbids. To continue building on its achievements for the future, Ubisoft is looking for new talent for its growing Indian studio in Pune (near Mumbai)! 

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Senior Game Designer , Ubisoft (Pune, India) Pune - India
We are looking for someone who is able to take on the responsibility of leading and piloting the game design activities of a relatively new development studio, becoming a catalyst for the studio?s future growth and projects. We?re particularly interested by someone interested in exploring how to apply their experience to a variety of mass market formats, with the ambition to shape the studio?s current and future game designers.

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