Gameplay Capture Artist

We are a crowdfunded company and have a dedicated and enthusiastic community of backers who are helping us create the Best Damn Space Sim Ever. We want to build the best we can deliver and we believe wholeheartedly in the value of exceptional diverse talent.

The Gameplay Capture Artist will be responsible for the creative and technical work to prep direct and capture gameplay moments and concepts while establishing fresh visual tones for Star Citizen. Informed by our Marketing and Development teams your mission will be to show off the world of Star Citizen to its full potential through a variety of video content such as Patch Trailers Inside Star Citizen videos holiday promotional trailers CIG web video content and more.

The ideal candidate is a person with a strong passion for storytelling and film development with an exceptional creative eye; one who can take ownership and direction to create a wide range of compelling video content. This position will be part of the Global Video Production team while reporting to the Marketing Cinematics Director and working along side the Marketing Cinematics team.

Founded in 2012 Cloud Imperium Games creates cutting-edge videogames that defy expectations. Were currently developing Star Citizen a record-breaking multiplayer online space sim and Squadron 42 a cinematic single-player adventure set in the same universe. Join us as we break boundaries and make videogame history.

Gameplay Capture Artist role:

• From concept to shot creation Gameplay capture artists should be able to own trailer and video deliverables end to end with guidance from the Creative Lead/Directors.
• Create high quality capture content from multiple game development builds and using Nvidia ShadowPlay and OBS Studio
• Meet tight deadlines in a rapidly evolving work environment
• Select the best footage from capture sessions that tell the story or show a feature in the best possible light using a variety of cinematic techniques.
• Works with other Gameplay Capture artists to help organize and be part of multiplayer game capture sessions
• Work directly with developers from many teams in order to learn about new features environments ships assets and any number of new content.
• Present these new game features mechanics and technologies to players from a studied perspective or in thrilling videos

What do we expect from our Gameplay Capture Artist

• Fluent with both the gameplay and development history of Star Citizen.
• Knowledge and experience with game capture or live action filming.
• Understanding of more advanced cinematic filming techniques such as framing shot types camera movement depth of field camera shake lens choice etc
• Being able to take direction as well as learn and implement new processes.
• Ability to work in an environment with rapid project turnaround and frequent priority shifts
• Demonstrate creative problem-solving skills through innovative concepts composition and ideas.
• Have a strong attention to detail and the ability to QC your own work.
• A deepinterest and passion for video games and cinema

CIG Diversity Statement

CIG is a global company staunchly committed to cultivating a culture and workplace that celebrates all backgrounds lifestyles and perspectives. Together we are creating a space where authentic recognition appreciation and understanding of the importance of diversity is fostered by everyone. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we strive to build a team that represents all walks of life and we want every employee to bring all the things that make them unique to the work environment.

The universe is as vast and varied as the people in it and its our differences that make it special.

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If you like wild growth and working with happy enthusiastic over-achievers youll enjoy your career with us!

If you like wild growth and working with happy enthusiastic over-achievers youll enjoy your career with us!

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1