We are currently looking for an Associate Artist, Artist (Outsourcing), and Temp VFX Artist (6-8 month). If you’re interested in joining the DIS Junction Point family, please submit your resume to DISJunctionPointRecruiting@disney.com.
Associate Artist (pay-rolled through a staffing agency)
Primary Responsibilities
• Creation of conceptual art, illustrations and storyboards
• Assist in establishing the overall art style for production
• Create inspirational renders and orthogonal drawings for the production of game assets.
• Illustrate and iterate on existing characters and create new designs.
• Execute environment designs, background paintings and texture samples.
• Participate in concept art critique meetings
• Actively engage in artistic and game design problem solving.
Qualifications
• Bachelors Degree in Fine Art, Illustration, Industrial Design, Architecture or equivalent.
• 1-3 years of experience as an artist.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Adobe Photoshop CS3 and Corel Painter.
• Strong traditional drawing and painting skills.
• Thorough understanding of real-time interactive 3D game graphics.
• Advanced knowledge of color theory, anatomy, art history and architecture.
• Receptive to art direction and perform well within a collaborative team environment.
• Familiarity with 3D modeling software such as Maya or equivalent.
Preference to applicants with:
• A solid understanding of composition and form.
• Specific experience developing on console platform.
• Ability to self-manage and meet deadlines according to schedules.
Artist (Outsourcing)
Primary Responsibilities
• Provide texturing, lighting, and model placement for designed levels
• Create game worlds using our in-house editing tools
• Give input on level design issues and provide creative solutions
• Work from concept art to create environments
• Communicate with designers, programmers and other members of the art team
• Communicate art direction to external vendors
Qualifications
• 3-6 years of relevant development experience
• Strong background in art or architecture
• Understanding of how the environment affects game play
• Experience using game level and world building tools
• Knowledge in Photoshop, Max/Maya
• Prior experience in level design is a plus
• Creativity, innovation, and problem solving
Experience/Skills:
• Candidate should have at least one shipped title to their credit
• Must be fluent in either 3ds MAX or Maya, as well as Photoshop
• Understanding of real-time modeling and texturing constraints, and the ability to work within them
• Ability to translate concept and reference artwork into 3d game assets, efficiently and within game engine specifications
• Able to work within a schedule and adapt quickly to changes
• Traditional art skills and conceptual abilities are a plus
• Experience with real-time shaders and applications a plus
Temporary VFX Artist (6-8 month and pay-rolled through a staffing agency)
Primary Responsibilities
• Create visual effects in Maya and other tools.
• Collaborate with designers, programmers and other members of the art team and works closely with the tools and engine depts. to prototype and test new technology
• Work from specs, concept art or photo reference to create visual effects and animated events
• Actively seek review and input from other artists, designers, and Art Lead
• Ability to provide accurate schedule estimates and hit dates
• Lights game levels and cinematics
• Sets up lights using both traditional methods and global illumination solutions using Maya, etc.
• Sets up scene lights to match color keys and concept art
Qualifications
• 3-6 years of experience as a VFX Artist
• Must have a strong portfolio (on CD or website) of 3D effects and animations
• Post secondary degree in computer graphics, illustration, or fine art preferred from a four-year college or university; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preference to applicants with:
• Shipped title experience
Primary Responsibilities
• Implement the art style and concepts for the game with Game Director and Visual Development Director
• Direct artists in creating the Visual Development Director’s vision by setting general style, modeling, texture, and lighting required for the game
• Help develop art reference guides for internal and possibly external artists
• Create, refine, manage and own the art production pipeline
• Ensure the Art team is using cutting edge art techniques and processes to produce high quality work in an efficient timeline
• Conduct critiques with clear and consistent direction to art team
• Manage and delegate responsibilities to internal sub-leads group
• Collaborate with Producer to help manage art schedules
• Facilitate communication between art and all departments to execute on the project’s vision
• Conduct yearly performance appraisals of art staff
• Responsible for hiring and training as well as career direction of the art team coaching, mentoring and performance managing as necessary
• May be responsible for creation of assets in addition to management duties.
Qualifications
• Minimum 10 years experience in Game Industry
• Minimum 5 game titles completed
• 3 years + experience in a Management role with proven personnel management skills and experience managing team of 10 plus artist
• Expertise in Adobe Photoshop
• Expertise in a 3D software package (preferably Maya)
• Good communication skills
• Desire to establish and build a career within a thriving developer environment
• Understanding of all technical aspects and requirements of game creation
Responsibilities:
Building and Innovating the latest/Greatest Games on the planet.
Must be able to “work it” from concept to code to delivery.
2. Director of Game Platforms - Architecture
Responsibilities:
Working with multiple groups/studios/platform.
Deep knowledge and experience building games.
Strong understanding of all needed technologies (i.e. embedded, C++…)
Management Experience required, small group 5-10 people.
Ability to lead, and influence.
Areas of focus include:
- Developing client-side network code and data models
- Owning new features from end-to-end and start-to-finish
- Building it all – UI to Game
- Architecting a platform of technology to support multiple feature releases over many years
Qualifications/Skills:
- At least 7 years of Game development
- Strong optimization skills in a low-level environment
- Broad and deep console video game development expertise
- 3D graphics experience
- Experience in multiple engines and middleware packages
- Client/server networking experience a plus
- Dynamic UI systems experience a plus
- Knowledge of game content pipelines
- Art tools (Maya API, Mel scripting, 3D Studio Max Plug-ins) experience a plus
Qualifications: Full Detailed Portfolio, Professional Tattoo Shop Experience, Self Motivated. If you DO NOT feel you are in the top 15% of tattooers in the Austin area (or any other area) PLEASE DO NOT RESPOND.
Classification: This position is a seasonal/temporary position with no benefits (insurance or leave) offered. Because there is no pay for sick, vacation or holiday leave, additional hours may be offered on occasion (several registrars can trade shifts for vacations, etc.).
Responsibilities:
•The primary responsibility is customer service in a high-volume telephone environment. Seasonally, there is high-volume walk-up customer service. Art School Registrars assist customers in selecting the best art classes for themselves and their children. They answer many questions about programs and classes, some of which is repetitive.
•Registrations are taken manually on paper, and then entered into a database management system. Payment is collected, processed, and confirmation packages sent. Registrations, rosters, waiting lists, and a variety of reports are managed through the database software.
•The Registrar also serves as the front desk for the school. They direct customers in person to classes or to the front desk of the Center, which houses the gallery and theater.
•Additional administrative projects are assigned as needed.
Qualifications:
•Prior experience with high-volume customer service. Retail and restaurant experience is desirable.
•Cash handling/payment processing experience is desirable.
•Front desk and administrative experience is helpful.
•Working knowledge of various art mediums, mostly visual arts.
•Experience working with a database management system. Similar programs to our registration software are those used for: POS, class registration, facility reservation, membership, fundraising, collections management, ticketing, etc.
The candidate that best matches this position is looking for a long-term, part-time position in an arts school office. This position is not autonomous or flexible where you can come and go as you finish your projects. This position is the evening Monday-Thursday and Daytime Saturday customer service shift. The registration office must be attended at all times, and both promptness and attendance are important. The registration office can be very fun and lively, which also means lots of distractions. But there are also slow times of the year, when we catch up on organization and administrative work. This shift will be on duty when adult instructors, students, parents, and children will all be present. It is a creative and casual environment; however we do present a professional front office.
Minimum Qualifications: 18 years of age with some college coursework in related field plus 6 months related experience.
Notes to Applicants:
Pay Range: $10.00 - 12.00 an hour
Hours: Monday - Friday, 2:30 - 6:30 (20 hrs per week)
Department: Parks & Recreation
Regular/Temporary Temporary (No benefits)
Location: Dougherty Arts School - 1110 Barton Springs Road
Preferred Qualifications:
--BA/BFA in Visual Arts, Music, Theatre, or Education with a demonstate background in the arts is preferred.
--Applicants should have previous experience working with children. Applicants should be able to effectively interact and communicate with children and parents.
--Experience or knowledge of behavior management practices a plus.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
--Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related
duties may be assigned.
--The Dougherty Arts School is seeking visual arts and performing arts instructors to develop and lead daily after-school arts classes for children.
1. Prepare lesson plans to meet course objectives.
2. Plan course content and method of presentation or delivery.
3. Select and assemble materials, equipment, and other instructional aids.
4. Conduct classes and workshops.
5. Adapt workshops and classes to student age, physical ability, and interests.
6. Make modifications to classes and workshops to accommodate individuals with a variety of disabilities.
7. Observe students as they practice and provide individual coaching.
8. Ensure safe and proper use of equipment and materials.
9. Select, store and inventory equipment and supplies.
10. Maintain student records and provide data to program personnel as required.
Other related duties may be assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
--Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or
without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
This position requires a criminal background investigation
EEO/ADA:
--City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or TTY (512) 974-2445.
Minimum Qualifications: Associates Degree in related field plus one (1) year of experience in programming cultural arts programs. One (1) year of additional experience may substitute for one (1) year of the required education up to a maximum substitution of two (2) years.
Notes to Applicants
Pay Range: $12.29 - $15.79 per hour
Hours: 20 hrs per week, Monday through Friday.
Regular/Temporary Temporary (No benefits)
Location Dougherty Arts School - 1110 Barton Springs Road
Preferred Qualifications:
--Successful applicants will have experience developing, implementing, and monitoring arts education programming and have experience working with children.
--Must have strong customer service skills and excellent communication skills and be proficient with various types of computer software, including marketing software.
--Must have valid Texas Driver's License.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
--Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
--Position will develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate workshops, activities and events, and will design and produce promotional materials for the assigned programs.
1.Conduct needs assessments for assigned programs.
2.Develop and schedule workshops, activities and events.
3.Implement, monitor, evaluate, and improve programs, workshops, and special events.
4.Design and produce promotional materials for assigned programs.
5.Schedule and conduct guided tours.
6.Conduct workshops, classes, and demonstrations both within City facilities and in the community.
7.Register participants for activities.
8.Recommend operating procedures for programs and services.
9.Recruit, supervise, and train temporary employees, contract workers, and volunteers.
10.Supervise temporary employees, contract workers, and volunteers, assigning tasks and monitoring their proper
completion.
11.Maintain and care for the facilities, collections and equipment associated with the assigned programs.
12.Assist in monitoring, updating and improving the facilities, collections, and equipment
13.Recommend purchases or deaccessions to existing collections.
14.Assist colleagues in the management and care of their assigned programs
15.Receive fees, issue receipts, and account for all money according to established procedures
16.Coordinate with other organizations as necessary to implement programs and activities.
17.Solicit donations.
18.Develop and monitor program budgets, including estimated revenues as well as expenditures.
19.Order, issue, receive, and maintain inventory of equipment, and supplies.
20.Compile and submit data for reports.
21.Provide participants and the general public with information about programs and other PARD services.
22.Ensure all events and activities conform to appropriate safety and other rules.
23.Perform routine administrative operations.
24.Other related duties may be assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
--Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or
without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
This position requires a criminal background investigation
EEO/ADA:
--City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or TTY (512) 974-2445.
An independent television company is casting for a new show on HGTV!
Sure, times are tough and housing prices are still soaring, but the home of your dreams can still be yours if you are flexible and resourceful. This new series will follow a group of friends/acquaintances/strangers who have collectively purchased (or are currently seeking to buy and renovate a property) which they will live in and own together.
Independent couples/families/singles who have banded together to pool their resources to purchase something better are also welcome to submit their story.
Examples:
- Two couples and a friend who buy an old apartment complex to renovate and rebuild
- Three people who buy a triplex that would be more economical (and better) to live in than anything they could afford individually
So if you are:
• Between 25-45 years old
• Single or in a relationship; with or without kids
• Are part of a group looking/thinking about buying a home together
Summary:
• Applies broad knowledge of print and pre-press workflows, digital asset management and quality control
• Gain understanding of customer’s business needs to establish solid customer relationships and facilitate problem-solving
• Act as a liaison between Cleint, RRD and overseas print facilities to ensure projects meet scheduling and quality requirements
• This is a production position; not design. Though we need someone to understand design concepts, project management is the focus
Responsibilities:
• Manage all retail config label projects
• Manage project workflows: pre-press, translations and photography
• Attend design phase meetings as needed to provide input for print reproduction issues, schedule updates, and finalization updates
• Request design files from Production Art Studio (including High Resolution files from Pre-Press facilities)
• Preview package designs, proofread and route for approval
• Release material to RRD producing plant
• Monitor and communicate RRD proof arrival dates
• Obtain all necessary approvals on proofs
• Follow up on receipt of final printed packaging
• Support other teams during slow periods
Qualifications:
• 3-5 years related project management or customer service experience
• Experience with retail packaging projects
• Must have knowledge of the print and prepress industry and workflow
• Must have working knowledge of Illustrator and InDesign
• Proven project management skills
• Ability to adjust communication style in order to work with diverse levels and personalities
• Ability to work with ambiguity
• Ability to problem solve, be proactive in identifying issues and use sound judgment to make decisions.
Computerized prints in repeat ( not required) (Photoshop or Illustrator)
Hand painting
Printmaking
Mixed media
Knitdowns (small knitting or crocheting patterns)
Fiber Arts
Calligraphy
Quilting
Categories for consideration: (not exclusive, others will be considered)
Floral
Contemporary graphics
Textural
Ethnic
Conversationals (kitsch)
Retro
Traditional
Asian
Holiday graphics (Xmas, Halloween etc)
You will also be animal caretaker for my animals. Experience with birds a plus, must be dependable and not flaky.
I need you to work mornings and weekends. Being able to work these holidays for nice bonus on top of pay a real plus.
MUST!!!! Have dependable transportation. A bicycle or bus is not what I am talking about :) there will be errands.
Will do some personal assistant work, organizing and administrative stuff. You need to be timely in the mornings, alot
of flexability for your schedule. The animals are fun and cool. We are laid back and this is in a home work environment.
This is really a student oriented job, we pay cash every 2 weeks - contract labor. Let me say again dependable and responsible a must.
Must be at work 9:00 am or earlier, so you need to live north of Town Lake. Competitive student part time pay.
Skills and Requirements
•Experience working with an internal or external Agency and/or design firm
•Project management skills
•Ability to multi-task
•Strong attention to detail
•Online experience a plus
Interested candidates, please send your resume to resumes@magley.com and reference position J9-078 and Traffic Manager in the subject line.
Visit our website at www.magley.com for additional job listings!
Magley & Associates is one of the Bay Area's top consulting firms and has been the choice of leading Bay Area firms for consultants for over 9 years. We are constantly searching for talented professionals with all levels of Information Technology, Marketing, Human Resources and related skills. We are dedicated to finding you the best project and providing you with competitive compensation and benefits - including dental, 401K, LTD, and tax free medical & dependent care accounts!
• Ability to manage assigned responsibilities and meet project deadlines
• Positive attitude
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Basic gaming knowledge
• Self starter
Pluses
• Professional video game experience
• Passion for creating top notch games
• Mobile game industry experience
Art Candidates must have experience with:
• Maya and/or 3D Studio Max
• 2D/3D animation
• Sprite / Pixel creation and animation
• 3D polygon modeling
• Photoshop
Other desirable skills
• Concept art
• Environments
• UV texture mapping
• 3D rigging and character animation
• Graphic User Interface (GUI) Design
• Level/Game Design
• GIMP
• Blender
Location
These jobs are located in Austin TX, no relocation provided.
We're looking for an adrenaline-junkie Graphic Artist to work as part of our downtown Austin e-commerce publishing client's marketing and content teams. As part a of this high-energy group, you'll crank out maps, charts and other web and print collateral. This is a temp-to-hire position.
Background & Experience:
- 2-6 years design experience in a corporate or news setting;
- Your portfolio should have at least one map or chart in it. You could also zip a supplemental piece along with your portfolio or provide a link in the "express yourself" section of our application;
- Your portfolio needs to contain some substantial web design work.
Hard Skills:
- Photoshop;
- Illustrator;
- InDesign.
Soft Skills:
If this describes you, you might really dig this job:
- You're very comfortable in an urgent newsroom-style environment;
- A full-time schedule, some overtime, and on-call hours are right up your alley;
- You sleep with the Economist under your pillow -- and the New York Times is your pillow.
Details:
This is a temp-to-hire position working as a Liaison employee onsite as part of a local in-house creative team. This assignment might have a limited duration, but for the right candidate is likely to lead to ongoing employment directly with our client. Details will be provided during the interview process.
Benefits:
Liaison benefits based on assignment length. Client side benefits may also be available. Details will be provided at time of job offer.
Please visit us at http://www.liaisonresources.com/jobs/98393.html for a detailed job description and to apply for this position (Graphic Designer - Job # 98413). We respond promptly to all candidates who apply with us online, so please no phone calls or direct emails. We look forward to reviewing your qualifications!
Responsibilities include:
* Managing social media networks is a MUST including but not limited to updating news feeds and key company messages for external facing initiatives.
* Keep timelines for all marketing projects including media insertion orders, ad placement and editorial copy.
* Assist in selection and placement of media channels (web, print, and other) to place company's marketing media campaigns.
* Manage Artist Relations administrative efforts.
Qualifications necessary:
* Experience with social networking is "A MUST HAVE"
* BA or equivalent
* Self starter
* 1-3 years experience in a marketing role.
* Strong administrative and organizational skills
TYPICAL PROJECTS
+ branding (incl. expression of standards)
+ packaging design
+ packaging illustration (mockups)
+ consumer promotions / point-of-sale materials
+ prospective / conceptual design (innovation)
+ production (mechanical drawings / dielines)
+ some copy writing & photography
+ support to sales/mktg design
SKILLS / SOFTWARE PROFICIENCY
+ Adobe Creative Suite (CS3 or 4)
+ color correction
+ press management
+ some copywriting a plus
+ some photography a plus
+ some industrial design a plus
please submit résumés and samples to: work@ptarmak.com
* Work closely with the Creative Director of Product Development and a core team of developers to architect and design solutions
that meet business goals outlined in creative briefs for a diverse portfolio of websites.
* Work closely with production / project managers and marketing staff to define timelines and deliverables.
* Create rapid prototypes (flat mockups as well as coded prototypes), diagrams and presentations that communicate
your ideas and designs effectively.
Required / Preferred skill sets…
Critical: Expert in Photoshop, Illustrator (and /or Freehand), Intermediate Flash and Power Point.
Working Knowledge and hands on experience with raw HTML, CSS, JavaScript…
Hands-on knowledge and high level experience with PC and Mac platforms.
Understanding of differences between all widely used browser types.
7+ years professional experience with at least 5 years web design experience
Please respond only if you have a strong online portfolio, the experience listed above, and
can excel using current industry standards.
Team player with a sense of humor and the social skills to collaborate within a diverse environment supporting multiple skillsets and disciplines.
The successful candidate will need to work with our marketers and engineers to build compelling, engaging and attractive web pages that effectively convert email, web and search traffic into actions. This position will design the logo, look and feel, layout of content, navigation and select images for each site in addition to generating the basic HTML and CSS to hand to the implementation team.
Job includes an excellent salary, 4 weeks of paid vacation and health/dental coverage with no employee contribution. This is not a contract position and we will only consider candidates in the Austin area for full time employment. Agencies and firms will not receive any consideration.
The ideal candidate will have:
5+ years in-house or agency design experience
1-2 years markup experience (HTML/CSS)
Experience in building and optimizing websites for online marketing
In-depth knowledge of Adobe CS suite (especially Photoshop, Illustrator, and Fireworks)
A strong sense of aesthetics combined with an ability to find what works
Motivation as a self-starter who is able to work in a fast-paced environment
A desire to work closely with your peers in a highly interactive and engaging office
* Serve as the point person for all problematic files and rip issues
* Troubleshoot and resolve problematic file issues in a timely manner
* Aid in ensuring files for new products and production processes are appropriately inspected and ready to produce efficiently
* Work closely with Marketing, Graphics, and Customer Service teams to monitor the quality of all files before they are sent to print
* Communicate noteworthy trends with the appropriate parties
* Assist in developing streamlined solutions to improve our system
* Prepare files for digital printing and screen printing facilities in Photoshop and Illustrator
In addition to the Production Graphic Specialists' job duties, we are looking for someone who is versatile and learns quickly - who can complete daily tasks and help out in other areas of the company when needed. We need an individual who can be flexible and adapt well to changing protocols and practices. Therefore, the more knowledge of different aspects of design and printer related software and internal systems and software, the better.
QUALIFICATIONS:
-Advanced knowledge of Adobe Photoshop
-Advanced knowledge of Adobe Illustrator
-Ability to vectorize a raster image quickly
-Knowledge of RGB and CMYK color spaces
-Knowledge of different file types (JPEG, EPS, TIFF, GIF, PNG, BMP, PDF, etc.)
-Experience with color matching
-Experience with digital printing process, including preparing files for printing with full bleed
-Experience with screen printing process
-Experience with rip software
-Experience with color profiling
-Good eye for detail
-Must be flexible
-Must be a quick learner
-Must be self-motivated, with ability to process a high quantity of work daily with little direct supervision in a fast-paced environment without sacrificing quality
-Must have excellent oral and written communication skills, as position may require communication both internally and with customers via email or phone
COMPENSATION
• Competitive hourly wage
• Full Health and Dental coverage
• 401K with company match up to 4%
• 16 days Paid Time Off annually
• Paid holidays
TO APPLY
Please submit your resume and cover letter to www.buildasign.com/careers
Requirements:
- 3+ years professional experience designing for the Web - full websites, email campaigns, landing pages
- Proficient in using Adobe Creative Suite - Flash/ActionScript is plus
- Ability to take web design concept and build them using HTML & CSS (we like pretty code as much as we like pretty designs)
- Knowledge and understanding of best practices for Web design
- Samples of previous work (both interactive and print) - an online portfolio is best
- Ability to multi-task under deadlines
- Hard working and goal-oriented with the ability to proof your own work
Additional Skills:
- Knowledge of JavaScript is a plus
- Strong communication skills and proper grammar
- Basic understanding of SEO principles & how to apply them
We offer a compelling work environment with a team of seasoned professionals. You’ll have a view second to none in the city to inspire you to creative greatness and design excellence.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
•Take submitted design briefs and produce deliverables that communicate the information in a clear, concise, error free, and compelling way
•Work closely with and fill in for the development team by programming HTML emails, microsites, web site pages, etc.
•Work closely with and fill in for the design team by producing collateral, event materials, ads, web graphics, PowerPoint presentations, and general marketing collateral, etc.
•Design and code deliverables to technical and brand requirements, always aligning with best practices
•Produce design ideas, concepts, and final deliverables
•Implement feedback in a timely fashion
REQUIREMENTS:
•Expert HTML and CSS skills (Hand-coded)
•Expert with Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Flash
•Solid understanding of design principles (typography, color, layout, proportion, motion, etc.)
•Solid understanding of web technologies/standards/accessibility
•Experience with and ability to maintain a CMS website, experience with Drupal is a plus
•Extreme attention to detail
•Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time with concurrent deliverables
•Ability to complete projects with minimal supervision
•Excellent communication (written and verbal) and organizational skills
•2+ years prior experience as a web designer in a corporate marketing environment
•1+ years of development in HTML, CSS from your own designs
•2+ years prior experience as a print media designer in a corporate marketing environment
•Enthusiasm for a fast-paced and collaborative environment
•Experience with email development and deployment a plus.
•PHP, JavaScript, XHTML, AJAX skills a plus
•Understanding of WEB 2.0, SEO and other search engine techniques.
•Ability to design, code, load, and manage a website, hand-coded, and using CMS tools is a plus.
Requirements:
- 3+ years professional experience designing for the Web - full websites, email campaigns, landing pages
- Proficient in using Adobe Creative Suite - Flash/ActionScript is plus
- Ability to take web design concept and build them using HTML & CSS (we like pretty code as much as we like pretty designs)
- Knowledge and understanding of best practices for Web design
- Samples of previous work (both interactive and print) - an online portfolio is best
- Ability to multi-task under deadlines
- Hard working and goal-oriented with the ability to proof your own work
Additional Skills:
- Knowledge of JavaScript is a plus
- Strong communication skills and proper grammar
- Basic understanding of SEO principles & how to apply them
Sound Engineer: Record voiceover narration and dialogue using Logic Pro. Must have extensive experience with recording VO/dialogue (mic placement, compression, avoiding plosives and sibilance etc)
Dialogue/VO Editor: Edit voiceover narration and dialogue using Sony Sound Forge. Must have experience editing VO/dialogue (removing plosives, redrawing waveforms, mastering, etc)
Sound Designer: Produce original hard fx, ambiences, gui sounds for interactive media, video games, video, motion graphics
Composer: Produce original music for interactive media, video games, video, motion graphics
Voiceover Director: Provide direction to VO talent during recording sessions. Ensure talent adheres to script and log circle takes.
Video Editor: Edit HD & SD video for online media and do basic primary color correction.
Photographer: Photograph studio and on location shoots. Having your own light kit and knowledge of green screen work is a plus.
Hair/Makeup Artist: Style talent for photo and video shoots.
Wardrober/Costumer: Procure wardrobe and style talent for photo and video shoots.
Production Assistant: Assist with pre-production, production, and post-production of photo/video shoots, voiceover recording, sound design, etc.
Ideal candidates possess an active interest in interior design, with knowledge of current trends/market. Sales experience in gallery setting or home décor strongly desired. Must have an exceptional organizational skill set, with the ability to pursue, execute, and follow up on customer proposals. Personality traits include self-starter, problem solver, and a proactive attitude.
A truly growing and financially stable Austin small business, 1020 Glass Art offers its customers value priced art and home décor items from around the world in casual (gallery) mall environment. We aim to provide a professional yet comfortable, enjoyable work environment and always a positive attitude.
Split Duties include:
Retail In-Store Glass Art Sales-
• Confidently engage customers seeking interior design coordination with our products
• Assist and close sales while providing friendly & proactive no pressure sales assistance
• Ability to engage customers to establish a friendly long term relationship
• Review and Enter new arrivals into POS system as part of receiving and inspecting in store deliveries.
• Updating store display and merchandising
Requirements:
• Previous similar Retail Sales & Management Experience
• Home Decor industry/Interior Design knowledge a HUGE PLUS
• Professional Well Spoken and Dressed Demeanor
• STRONG MS Office and Photo Editing Skills
• Website Development Experience including AdWords, and Keyword optimization.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs.
Job Stipulations:
• Ability and desire to grow into full time role at our new 1020 Glass Art Design Center located at the Domain with increasing responsibilities.
• Negotiable schedule, primarily weekdays with one weekends and occasional evenings .
• Upon employment, sign a non-compete/disclosure agreement for the services and domestic and international sourcing information and sales strategy.
Considerations:
• Seasonal Part-Time schedule Estimated at 25+ hours. Weekday and weekend availability required.
• Hourly rate from $9.00-$11.00 per hour dependent on experience with performance bonus.
• Additional hours during peak periods (home and garden/trade shows, holidays)
Application Process:
•
Click Here to download application
• Email Application & Resume (if available) to email provided therein.
• Or Pick up Application in-Store and return
• No Phone Calls Please
*1020 Glass Art Design Center – Our largest and first of its kind in central Texas; the 1020 Glass Art Design Center, opening Nov. 2009 aim to balance the unique relationship between individuals and interior designers. Along with our experience with delivering over 10,000 affordable works of art.
Mission Statement
Through an engaging and perceptive customer relationship, 1020 Glass Art seeks to create a memorable shopping destination which enables our customers the freedom to express their individuality through one of the largest and most diverse selection of affordable art and unique home décor which speaks to both their current and future needs.
We envision our customers identifying 1020 Glass Art’s art deco logo with an era of distinctive artistic design which inspires creativity and encourages self expression through a lasting physical medium; where our product selection bridges the desire to create a lasting impression to a fair everyday value.
1020 Glass Art’s commitment is to provide an atmosphere which fosters both employee and customer loyalty through respectful, knowledgeable and response interaction.
To view our product line and learn more about our store, visit www.1020GlassArt.com.
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Additional business ventures are in the early stages of development. To learn more about our current operating companies, please visit:
www.giganews.com
www.datafoundry.com
The Creative Designer at Powerhouse Management is a unique opportunity to work on over 5 different website properties and all the associated collateral. They will be responsible for implementing exciting Web 2.0 based design in our creative works including website, ads, emails, collateral such as whitepapers & datasheets, and more. With multiple brands and new products coming out regularly in the B2C & B2B environments, the creative designer will have a unique opportunity to work on multiple designs with unique styles, layouts, and needs.
This is a CONTRACT position with potential for full time hire. Portfolio of work is required.
Responsibilities:
• Create needed creative works including multiple company websites, landing pages, banner ads, collateral templates and more
• Express your creativity by driving the design of multiple company brands with accompanying creative works
• Create & inspire unique designs that help us standout in the marketplace utilizing Web 2.0 / modern concepts and designs
• Create effective, engaging designs that support business objectives, adhere to established brand guidelines and meet legal requirements, with minimal direction
• Able to create unique entertaining designs while still working within the style guide requirements
• Be continuously aware of emerging technologies & design styles and how they will help improve our creative works
• Communicate and sell your design solutions with Marketing to senior management and colleagues
Additional business ventures are in the early stages of development. To learn more about our current operating companies, please visit:
www.giganews.com
www.datafoundry.com
Responsibilities:
• Create effective, engaging designs that support business objectives, adhere to established brand guidelines and meet legal requirements, with minimal direction
• Shift between a creative and a technical focus depending on the project need and/or the type of project
• Collaborate with marketing on how to continually improve the effectiveness of promotions; continually develop and test new approaches
• Lead design projects and other creative initiatives proactively (e.g., redesign of templates, style guide, or process improvements), set deliverables and deadlines, and help to drive projects to completion
• Research and learn emerging technologies
• Communicate and sell your design solutions to senior management and colleagues
• Manage a team of designers
Lead Animator:
Primary Responsibilities
• Demonstrate mastery of key frame animation skills within at least one stylistic genre.
• Be able to mentor and direct others in the creation of animations that will help create an extremely immersive, realistic, and exciting gaming experience for the player
• Maintain and communicate a strong knowledge of leading-edge game production techniques and the capabilities/limitations of these techniques as they relate to the project goals.
• Work with the Art Director and other Leads to set up, maintain and troubleshoot the animation production pipeline and workflows
• Work with Art Director and Producer to identify risks, create and maintain the animations team’s task lists, schedules, and workflow and resolve any issues arising from production.
• Coach, mentor and lead a team of 5 or more animators.
Qualifications
• 6+ years of experience
• Diploma or Degree in 3D/2D animation or Visual Design preferred
• Experience with shipped titles
Lead Technical Artist:
Primary Responsibilities
• Designs and supervises the creation of game pipelines and workflows, working in conjunction with engineers and art leads.
• Works with the Game Director and Art Director to ensure that visual quality is not being compromised by technical constraints.
• Regularly audits and streamlines all art production methods (Level Art, Modeling, Character Animation/Motion Capture, Visual Effects and Lighting)
• Acts as a bridge between art and engineering disciplines.
• Solves technical production issues as needed
• Provides mentorship, coaching and management of other technical artists on the team.
Qualifications
• BS Degree in Computer Science, Graphic Art or a related field
• 5+ years experience in Computer Graphics
• 2 years experience on AAA console games development
• Computer Programming/Scripting experience (e.g. C++, MEL, Python, etc.)
• A strong knowledge of game development software and techniques (e.g. Maya, etc)
• An appreciation and balance of both art and engineering concepts
• Excellent organizational, leadership, verbal and written communication skills
Temporary VFX Artist (this position will be pay-rolled through a staffing agency):
Primary Responsibilities
• Create visual effects in Maya and other tools.
• Collaborate with designers, programmers and other members of the art team and works closely with the tools and engine depts. to prototype and test new technology
• Work from specs, concept art or photo reference to create visual effects and animated events
• Actively seek review and input from other artists, designers, and Art Lead
• Ability to provide accurate schedule estimates and hit dates
• Lights game levels and cinematics
• Sets up lights using both traditional methods and global illumination solutions using Maya, etc.
• Sets up scene lights to match color keys and concept art
Qualifications
• 3-6 years of experience as a VFX Artist
• Must have a strong portfolio (on CD or website) of 3D effects and animations
• Post secondary degree in computer graphics, illustration, or fine art preferred from a four-year college or university; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preference to applicants with:
• Shipped Title Experience
Please respond with all available information you can supply in order to facilitate us with the selection process.
Resumes, photo links, links to your facebook, why you'd like to intern, and even "how" it is you can afford to intern,
any of this info will help us decide in the case that there are several applicants.
1. HTML, CSS, AJAX, Flash
2. Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, or other graphics software
3. Experience storyboarding sites and working with management to build sites that appeal directly to target audiences
4. Portfolio of previous projects
Responsibilities:
1. Architect web based user interface designs to maximize conversion rates towards specific calls to action.
2. Create logos, color pallettes, and look/feels for multiple web properties
3. Acquire and alter stock photography to create meaningful images.
4. Interface with business analysts to understand functional requirements that will influence design concepts.
5. Interface with web and software development team to integrate designs into production.
This is a temp-to-hire position working from home as full-time (40hr/wk). Compensation is very competitive. Opportunity to become a full time salary employee with excellent benefits if results are demonstrated.