UI Art Lead for Forza - (US-WA-Redmond - 98074)

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Jobcode: 52475053
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Job Title: Artist
Job Category: Game Design
Product: Games
Date Posted: 02/08/2008
Job Code: 222784
Location: WA - Redmond
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Turn 10 Studios, the creators of the Forza Motorsport franchise and a division of Microsoft Game Studios, has an exciting opportunity for an experienced User Interface Art Lead to join us in developing our next game on the Xbox 360. We are looking for a seasoned UI game artist with significant management/lead experience to fill the role of UI Art Lead for an upcoming racing title. This position will report directly to the Project Art Director and the primary responsibilities will include managing and driving the creation and implementation of a world class UI system that aligns with the primary design principles and business objectives of the title. Other responsibilities include managing n internal creative team and working cross functionally with program managers, programmers, designers and test.

Qualifications -- Candidates must have relevant experience in the games industry along with a strong portfolio consisting of at least some console UI art to be considered for this position. Must be able to lead a team under tight time constraints and complex technical requirements while maintaining a very high standard of quality. Must have excellent computer graphics skills. Strong creative, organizational and communication skills along with the ability to work effectively with software engineers is a must. We are looking for an independent, creative, self-motivated, detail-oriented individual. A bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or Fine Arts and at least 3 years of lead/management level experience in real time game development are required. Experience with Anark Gameface is a real plus. The ideal candidate will have a combination of significant experience creating Interfaces for racing games, leading large scale content development efforts as well as a deep passion and understanding of cars and motor sports.

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