Senior Cinematic Artist

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences. 

Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry. 

Rockstar North is on the lookout for a talented Senior Cinematic Artist to join the team and cover a broad range of media assets. 

This is a full-time, permanent and in-office position based in Rockstar’s state-of-the-art game development studio in Edinburgh, Scotland. 

WHAT WE DO

• We work closely with the Cinematic Media team from storyboard to asset delivery and help maintain high standards across a wide variety of video and image-based projects.
• We use our game engine as a blank canvas to build scenes and create a variety of unique narratives.
• We aim to deliver unique and engaging content on all projects, using story telling methods, camera work and editing techniques.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build unique scenes within the in-game environment.
• Capture engaging visuals in both video and image formats.
• Video editing of captured content.
• Work both independently and as part of a team towards a common goal.
• Support various projects from concept to final delivery.
• Be involved in storyboarding and idea/concept discussions.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience creating visual content in digital or standard media (video, photography, gaming, etc.), backed by a showreel.
• An enthusiasm for and extensive knowledge of movies, TV pop culture, and music videos.
• Deep interest for in-game artistic direction.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Thorough understanding of and passion for Rockstar’s games specifically.

SKILLS

• Ability to create, capture and edit in a variety of visual styles.
• Excellent understanding of visual flow and composition.
• Ability to adhere to short form and longform deadlines.
• Impeccable attention to detail is a must.
• Strong knowledge of editing software (AVID, Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro, Adobe After Effects).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to perform jobs efficiently.
• Possess disciplined workflow practices with the ability to multi-task and prioritize projects.
• Use own initiative and problem-solving skills to bypass often complex issues.
• Ability to create visuals from detailed briefs.

PLUSES

Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

• General knowledge of how game animation works.
• Game engine experience (Unreal/Unity).

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a CV and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in order for such applicants to be considered for the position for which they are applying, as well as to qualified employees to enable them to perform the essential functions of their roles. If you need more information about Rockstar’s reasonable accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department. 

If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.

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