BioWare is a division of EA which crafts high quality multiplatform role-playing, MMO and strategy games, focused on emotionally engaging, rich stories with unforgettable characters and vast worlds to discover. Since 1995, BioWare has created some of the world's most critically acclaimed titles and franchises, including Baldur's Gate, NeverWinter Nights, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, Jade Empire, Mass Effect and Dragon Age. BioWare currently operates in Edmonton (Alberta, Canada), Montreal (Quebec, Canada) and Austin (Texas). BioWare’s games have continually achieved critical and commercial success. All of our published titles are highly rated at Company website; in fact we have 6 games in the top 1% highest rated games of all time! In 2008, BioWare was acquired by Company, a leading global interactive entertainment publisher. For more information on BioWare, Company website, or follow us on Twitter at Company website . To join the millions of fans already registered with the BioWare community, go to Company website We are seeking an Assistant Character Artist to join our SW:TOR team in Austin. The Assistant Character Artist is an individual contributor on the art team that will facilitate the management and integration of character assets into the game under the direction of the Lead Character Artist and Art Director. This is a full-time, contract/temporary position up to 12 months in duration. Key Responsibilities   • Skinning of assets and management of textures and LODing of high poly meshes.   • Assist in integration of character assets in game.   • As directed, interacts with peers or managers in other units/teams/projects and/or vendors. Skills/Requirements   • Strong understanding of preparing models for animation and skinning   • Strong low poly skills   • A good understanding of texture and shader set up   • Good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills   • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment is required   • Time management and organizational skills are essential   • Excellent attention to detail   • Preference towards applicants that exhibit:     ◦ Technically savvy with strong problem solving skills     ◦ Proficient with 3DSMAX     ◦ Proficient with Z-Brush **Portfolio Requirements** A link to your portfolio must be included with your application/resume. All portfolios must contain a detailed shot breakdown of the work. It must be very clear what you, the applicant, are responsible for in your reel, screenshots, scanned pictures, web page portfolio, etc. 3D portfolio:   • Required: Modeling, texturing, and lighting applied to character or creature assets   • Preferred: Examples of the above in a low poly format   • Preferred: Unwrapped textures applied to characters and organics 2D portfolio (no originals please)   • Traditional painting work   • Color work and examples of tonal coordination   • Figure drawing   • Technical drawing What’s in it for you? Glad you asked! We love to brag about our great perks like comprehensive health and benefit packages, tuition reimbursement, 401k with company match and, of course, free video games. And since we realize it takes world-class people to make world-class games, we offer competitive compensation packages and a culture that thrives off of creativity and individuality. At EA, we live the “work hard/play hard” credo every day. More about our location:Company website-locations/austin Contact Masah Kalugin at ___@___(apply_to_show_email), @Masah_K Company website