Cinematic Artist
Crytek is looking for a Cinematic Artist to join our Cinematic Services team, responsible for creating in-game content and promotional material. The Cinematic Artist will have an eye for cinematography with technical knowledge of cinematic pipelines. You’ll be responsible for taking assets, setting up cameras, animations and lighting in CRYENGINE for final renders.
We are looking for a passionate storyteller with a visual flair and the ability to enhance production values. They will be responsible for developing player experiences and scripted events for inclusion in games and promotional material.
The Cinematic Artist will be responsible for developing scenes under the guidance of a Cinematic Director and Director of Department. You will be part of the creative process from initial prototypes through to the delivery of polished cinematic scenes.
You’ll also be expected to use your technical problem solving skills to find solutions and improve techniques.
You will work alongside a multi-skilled team of animators, lighters, technical artists, that work collaboratively; breaking down deliverables; sharing regular updates and delivering on commitments.
Relocation & Remote Work
Although we believe living close to our studio helps foster team spirit and stronger bonds between team members, we understand that people have different needs and expectations for their place of residence. You have a choice of three location options, allowing you to work with Crytek from anywhere you wish:
1. Come to our modern headquarters in Frankfurt and receive an attractive relocation package and have access to all of our benefits.
2. If you are already living in a European Union member state, we are able to offer you a permanent work contract and allow you to work remotely as an employee from there.
3. If you are interested in full-time remote work in any other country outside of the European Union, we can offer you a freelance contract arrangement.
- Responsibilities
- Blocking and layout, and incorporation out of in-game and/or pre-rendered cut scenes, level locations and cut scene elements using the CRYENGINE Sandbox Editor.
- Work closely with Cinematic Lead and/or Head of Department to assure a high degree of quality on all cut scenes.
- Assist in documentation of cinematic development processes and techniques.
- Coordinate with internal and external departments including art, animation, audio and production to achieve project objectives. Provides guidance and assistance where required, and is willing to accept guidance and assistance when required.
- Contributes innovative and original ideas towards all aspects of game production and development.
- Provide input to department project status meetings.
- Willing to accept and provide direction, work well under pressure, and handle multiple tasks.
- Complete all tasks in a timely manner and to a consistent high quality standard.
- Remains focused, motivated and effective on all tasks through completion.
- Demonstrates a desire to learn and grow professionally.
- Requirements
- 2+ years of professional work experience that including 1 shipped AAA title (please name title(s)).
- Understanding of cinematic tools and pipelines from start to finish.
- Knowledge of film language and techniques with a strong understanding for visuals and compositions.
- Already worked with Game Engines such as CRYENGINE, Unity or Unreal.
- Enjoys technical analysis and problem solving.
- Experience in CRYENGINE would be an advantage and well as knowledge of creating animated sequences in other 3D tools (e.g. Maya, 3dsmax, Blender).
- Excellent English communication and writing skills.
- Keep a positive team-oriented attitude.
- Be proactive and self-motivated, work without direct supervision.
What you can expect from us
Home Office
Work-life balance is not just a hollow term for us. At Crytek, we offer you the option to either work from home or in our studio.
Career Path
Your professional development is important to us, so we have laid out a career plan to help you progress towards your goals and objectives.
Company Apartment
To help you get settled, we provide you with a fully furnished company apartment during your first three months in Frankfurt.*
Relocation Support
We offer a relocation budget and full coverage of flights to Frankfurt for you and your family.
You can expect extensive assistance with visa, work permits, and communication with authorities during the relocation process, as well as help settling into Germany (e.g. setting up appointments with banks, government agencies, schools, landlords, finding apartments etc.).*
Public Transport Pass
Discover Frankfurt by bus, tram and metro – free of charge.*
Gym Card
A healthy body is a healthy mind. We offer a membership at the premium gym chain Fitness First in Germany. Work out, join group fitness classes, or relax in the wellness facilities.
International Environment
We truly embody diversity at Crytek. With employees from over 42 different countries, we define ourselves by our cultural diversity.
German Classes
Understanding the local culture will make your stay abroad more enjoyable, and Crytek supports that by offering German language courses for you and your family.
Vacation Days
At our Frankfurt office you can enjoy 24 days of vacation per year, and every 2 years you get 1 more (up to a maximum of 28 days). You will also have on average 10 public holidays on top of the days you take off. If you are working from another country, local standards apply.
*only applicable to employees in Frankfurt.
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We are Crytek.
Crytek is an independent video game developer, publisher, and technology provider based in Frankfurt, Germany.
Crytek pushes the boundaries of the possible to make the impossible a reality. We want to create the most fun gaming experiences around, and if we have to blow up computer system requirements or push genre boundaries to do so, then we will. With almost two decades of experience in the games industry, Crytek takes its unique combination of experience and skills and continue to make an impact via innovative, fun, cutting-edge games and technology.