Internship Program : VFX Artist
Secret 6, Philippines
Job Description
Our VFX Artist Internship Program is designed to provide aspiring VFX artists with hands-on experience and practical training in a professional work environment. Throughout the internship, you will have the opportunity to learn from experienced industry professionals, collaborate on real-world projects, and develop your skills in various aspects of visual effects. This program aims to enhance your technical expertise, foster creativity, and prepare you for a successful career in the field of visual effects.
Internship Responsibilities
Assist in the creation of visual effects for the game. This involves designing and implementing various effects such as explosions, fire, smoke, magic spells, melee attacks, and more.
Collaborate with the production team to understand project requirements, timelines, and deliverables.
Follow established production workflows and adhere to quality standards.
Participate in regular team meetings, providing updates on your progress and discussing project-related ideas.
Learn and adapt to new software, tools, and techniques as required for project needs.
Actively seek feedback from mentors and incorporate it into your work to improve your skills.
Maintain organized file management and documentation of your work.
Requirements
Education: A degree or pursuing a degree in a relevant field such as computer animation, visual effects, game design, or a related discipline can be beneficial. May also consider applicants with equivalent experience or self-taught skills.
Technical Skills: Understanding of industry-standard software tools for VFX creation, such as Image editing softwares (Photoshop, Krita, etc), 3D Modeling softwares (Blender, Maya, etc), Unity, or Unreal Engine.
Knowledge of Game Development: Familiarity with the game development process and game engines.
Communication and Collaboration: Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team are crucial. As a VFX artist, you will collaborate with other artists, designers, and programmers, so being able to communicate ideas, take feedback, and iterate on your work is essential.
Passion and Creativity: Demonstrating a genuine passion for games, visual effects, and a creative mindset is important. You should show enthusiasm for pushing boundaries and creating unique and captivating effects.
General Portfolio: Portfolio containing game prototypes, 3d models, or animation examples. Can be a mix of school work and personal projects.
Bonus Qualifications
A portfolio showcasing your VFX work. Preferably real-time but pre-rendered examples showcasing a range of effects and styles are also welcome.
Familiarity with scripting languages or shader programming is an added advantage.
Animation and Environment lighting is a plus.
Other Requirements
Personal machine that can run Unreal Engine.
- OS - Windows 10 64-bit
- Quad-core Intel or AMD, 2.5GHz or faster
- 8 GB RAM
- DirectX 11 or DirectX 12 compatible graphics card.
Fast and reliable internet connection.
Benefits
Skill Development: Enhance your technical proficiency in VFX software and tools, learn new techniques, and improve your understanding of industry-standard workflows.
Collaboration: Collaborate with other artists and professionals in a team-oriented environment, learning to effectively communicate and contribute to a game development production pipeline.
Portfolio Building: Create a portfolio of work that showcases your abilities and demonstrates your growth as a VFX artist during the internship period.
Gain Practical Experience: Engage in simulated projects while receiving guidance from experienced VFX artists, utilizing your abilities to create real-time visual effects for games.
Skill Development: Enhance your technical proficiency in VFX software and tools, learn new techniques, and improve your understanding of industry-standard workflows.
Collaboration: Collaborate with other artists and professionals in a team-oriented environment, learning to effectively communicate and contribute to a game development production pipeline.
Portfolio Building: Create a portfolio of work that showcases your abilities and demonstrates your growth as a VFX artist during the internship period.
Gain Practical Experience: Engage in simulated projects while receiving guidance from experienced VFX artists, utilizing your abilities to create real-time visual effects for games.