Microsoft Games Internship

Students,
Microsoft Games (www.mgsjobs.com) will be visiting ACCAD on May 16th.
They are currently looking for both interns and fulltime Game Artists.
Their internships usually begin either May/June depending on semester or
quarter school and go until Aug./Sept. Typcially 10-12 weeks. If you are
interested, please contact Laurie Swift Raisys (contact info below) now
and let her know that you are interested, she will then work with you
to set up an interview during their visit.

If you are interested in applying please contact
Laurie Swift Raisys
Program Manager for College Recruiting Microsoft Entertainment & Devices
Division
v-larai@microsoft.com
(206) 330-8289
www.mgsjobs.com - Let your genius in!
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Artist (Generalist)
Do you have the passion, initiative and raw talent to learn what it takes to make games? Want to work and collaborate with world-class artists, designers and programmers as they create characters, environments and animations that will make people drop their controllers in stunned stupefaction?. Show us what you can do and you could join our experienced teams who are developing cutting edge content that will set the bar for the next generation of AAA games.
Responsibilities:
* Create art assets for in-game production
* Help AD or lead to assemble styles guide resources (inspirational art, screen shots, movie stills, etc.) for art bible or marketing materials.
* Maintains consistent visual-style under the direction of an art lead or AD
* Assists in the creation of various production designs, conceptual or prototype work.
Requirements:
* Understanding of color theory, texture/shaders, lighting, anatomy and/or animation depending on art discipline.
* Strong traditional skills with an ability to adapt to project-established styles
* Able to meet deadlines under tight schedules
* Willingness to receive direction and work well within a team
* Ability to learn new tools and technology
* Strong knowledge of Maya, 3D Max, XSI and/or comparable 3D software package.
* Strong knowledge of Photoshop, After Effects, Painter and/or comparable 2D software package.
* Must provide strong portfolio.
* BFA or equivalent experience strongly preferred.

Laurie Swift Raisys
Program Manager for College Recruiting
Microsoft Entertainment & Devices Division
v-larai@microsoft.com
(206) 330-8289
www.mgsjobs.com - Let your genius in!