Job Profile : Fx Artist

as posted on Midway Studio website

Description:
Surreal Software Inc. (a subsidiary of Midway Games Inc.) is seeking a talented and enthusiastic effects artist to work with an experienced FX team creating breathtaking effects for multiple, groundbreaking Xbox 360, Playstation 3, and PC titles.

RESPONSIBILITIES
# Create, texture, animate, and polish a variety of in-game special effects & effects sequences.
# Work together with the lead effects artist and FX team to create amazing next-gen effects.
# Incorporate the feedback from your leads & peers to make requested changes in a positive & constructive way.
# Participate in meetings, reviews, and planning as part of effective communication with the team.
# Requirements: AA/BFA preferred; or a portfolio that demonstrate an industry standard level of art. (High school diploma or GED required.)
# Familiarity with Maya and a high capacity to learn new procedures & tools.
# Knowledge of Epic’s Unreal Engine, texture creation in Photoshop, 3D particle systems, and next-gen content creation a plus.
# Experience with Fluid simulation software (FumeFX, Maya Fluids, RealFlow) and pre-rendered / post compositing pipelines a plus.
# A passion for making & playing great games.
# Traditional art skills a plus; creative problem solving a must.
# All candidates must deliver a full resume with portfolio samples to be considered for this position. (Website and/or downloadable demo reel preferred.)