Buddha Jones ยท 6 days ago
Jr. Game Capture Artist
Los Angeles County, CA
Part-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
1+ years expBuddha Jones is looking for a Jr. Capture Artist to join their Games team. This role involves capturing game footage from in-development game builds to provide top-quality assets for projects, making it ideal for recent film school graduates or emerging creatives interested in storytelling and cinematography in gaming.
BroadcastingVideo
Hiring Manager
Jennifer Adler
Responsibilities
Quickly learn new game builds including debug commands, test and troubleshoot solutions within WIP builds, communicate directly with development team to resolve issues as needed
Report back on available options within a build and develop shot lists in collaboration with Creative Directors, Editors, and Producers
With an eye for cinematic storytelling, compose and capture scenes that show off key features, impressive visuals, or specific moments within a game
Will capture single player projects or second shoot on multiplayer projects under the supervision and guidance of a Game Capture Director
Communicate directly with developers to troubleshoot issues
This is a hybrid role and requires 1-5 days in office per week depending on project requirements
Qualification
Required
Must have a reel or portfolio showcasing your visual storytelling skills (game capture, film, or hybrid work)
Must have 1+ years of experience capturing game footage or have a personal knowledge and/or love of gaming, paired with film school experience
Must be comfortable working with various game engines (unreal, unity, etc) and use some video game development terminology
Excellent communication, management skills, and passion for gaming
Must have experience working with and troubleshooting a wide variety of platforms (mobile, console, PC, VR)
Must have a solid working knowledge of cameras including depth of field, aperture, focus, lenses, ISO, etc
Preferred
Background in film/photography/cinematography with a strong understanding of composition, lighting, and color theory in visual media
Familiarity with common game debug tools or free-camera systems
Company
Buddha Jones
Buddha Jones is an entertainment company providing video services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Alex Merenda (Bates)
Director, Creative Partnerships
Matt Brubaker
Chief Creative Officer (CCO)
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