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I haven't receieved a follow up message yet - I will post it if I do, but there's a programmer job at www.digitaldogma.com.au if you want to follow it up.

Hi,

i am looking for programmers in Melbourne for some large projects we have in development.
Is there somewhere I can place my details on your site tfor people to contact me if they are interested?

Thanks so much

Kate Forster
Manager

Lead Action Designer
Xbox Action-MMP
An awesome action massively multi-player game is coming to the Xbox! Do you have what it takes to define a new genre and create a bestselling title?
This is a rare opportunity to be involved in creating action style game play in the context of a massively multiplayer world. You will work closely with the Lead MMP Designer to define combat mechanics, understand the impact of character progression on the core mechanics, configure and tune level layouts, design challenging enemies, and deliver an exciting, ultimately rewarding experience. You will be one of the first to design a game that appeals to the console action game audience while introducing them to the ongoing subscription-based elements of an MMP.
As lead action designer, you will need to both create new, original ideas while working within the existing game design structure. You must be an outstanding communicator who has the ability to fit in with and take a leadership role in an existing team. Your day-to-day job will involve working closely with and setting the agenda for designers, world, builders, and programmers.

Requirements
? The successful candidate should have a minimum of five years of game design experience. Ideally, you will have contributed to the design of two or more action games from inception to final ship.
? Able to produce articulate design documentation detailing innovative game-play mechanics, mission walkthroughs, story lines, character biographies, interface design, control systems, and asset inventories.
? Able to understand the specific limitations and benefits of a console platform.
? Able to consider game-wide issues such as core game-play mechanic, interface, pacing and story, and game balance / difficulty curve.
? Able to build on an existing game design structure.
? Demonstrated ability to construct interesting game levels in innovative, unexpected ways that enhance the central vision, without compromising the game?s consistency or continuity and without generating too much unique programming work for each level.
? Previous experience using game editors / scripting systems
? Excellent communication, interpersonal, leadership and organizational skills.
? Willing to accept and provide direction, work well under pressure, and handle multiple tasks
? Outstanding team skills
? Proven problem solving and analytical skills

Desirable
? Experience designing multiplayer games.
? Good drawing skills
? Design experience with consoles.
? Understanding of massively multiplayer online games.
? Avid gamer - Must be a big fan of action, console, and MMP games and able to discuss in detail other benchmark games.

Salary
Commensurate with ability and experience. Relevant experience and specialised knowledge all contribute to a higher salary.
If you believe that you are the right person for this position, please forward your resume and examples of relevant design documentation by email to:

E-Mail: jobs@syd.microforte.com.au
When applying for this position, quote the MF Reference code of SUMLAD03

Micro Forte Sydney is currently developing an Xbox Massively Multiplayer Online Game.
The position is with the BigWorld development team in Sydney creating world class animations for Massively Multi-player Games. Bring the creatures and characters to life in beautiful virtual worlds where thousands of players adventure together. You will be working closely with the Art Director and Lead Artist.
The successful applicant must be fast and fluent in Character Studio and 3DSMAX. Showreel must demonstrate firm understanding of weight, follow through, overlapping action, timing and spacing. 2D animation skills, and experience in animating for games or game mods a bonus.

Requirements
? Demonstrated outstanding ability in animation with realistic animations using 3DSMAX and Character Studio
? Games Industry or Mod Experience
? Ability to estimate animation times and work to production deadlines
? Good team skills

Desirable
? 2D animation
? Strong technical knowledge of animation techniques, and real time 3D animation issues
? 3D modeling / texturing
? Experience working with motion capture
? Being an avid Gamer

Salary
Commensurate with ability and experience.
If you believe that you are the right person for this position, please forward your resume and examples of your work either by mail or email to:
Attention: Sydney Studio Jobs
Micro Fort?, Level 6, 431 Glebe Pt Rd, Glebe, NSW 2037.

E-Mail: jobs@syd.microforte.com.au
When applying for this position, please state your salary expectations and quote the Reference: SUMAN03

Submitted by Micro Forte

Micro Forte Sydney is currently developing an Xbox Massively Multiplayer Online Game. You will join an exceptionally talented team and help establish a new sonic standard for our latest project. This is a full-time position and will require that you work in-house.
We're looking for a talented and diverse individual who considers great audio to be one of the most important elements in a successful video game.
He/she will be able to effectively design, produce and communicate audio features, perform hands-on sound design & audio production, and facilitate all sound-related aspects for specific game titles.
Primary responsibilities include driving the creative audio vision, technical and aesthetic design, prototyping, production and planning the overall audio presentation in the game.
Working closely with the CTO, the Audio Engineer will manage all audio content production by working closely with in-house & contract sound designers and composers. The ability to work in conjunction with audio programmers and other sound designers to implement high-quality audio under aggressive schedules and deadlines is a must.

Requirements
? A solid understanding of the audio production and technical development process as applied to console or PC games is required.
? The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience creating sound and be ideally versed in console and PC audio technologies.
? Expert-level skills with current audio production tools as well as a thorough understanding of traditional studio engineering and audio post-production is also required.
? A strong understanding of game audio aesthetics and implementation methods will be an advantage as well as a specific knowledge of the Xbox audio architecture.
? Location recording techniques will be an advantage
Application

If you believe that you are the right person for this position, please forward your resume and portfolio either by mail or email to: jobs@syd.microforte.com.au.
Or Micro Forte, HR Department, Level 6, 431 Glebe Point Road, Glebe, NSW 2037 -
Please quote reference number: SUMAE01

I'm looking for a dynamic game programmer with a proven track record. You need to be able to think outside the circle and be very creative. Your C/C++ programming skills will be second to none. Game programming experience essential. Creative solutions to difficult problems. We are based in Brisbane and have a fun lively office. Do you think that you would fit in? If so please mail me at hutch13@hotmail.com and attach your cv.

We are a division of the Park Regis Hotel & Entertainment Group. We have almost finished developing a horse racing game where the player is the actual rider, with the result predomently determined by rider strategy. It has been developed as a skill product & not gambling. We are currently searching for a competent animator with an excellent grasp of mathematics to animate & bring to life the product we have developed over a five year period. It is anticipated that the product will run on a tournament basis simmillar to wordwinner.con. Interested parties can contact by email paceform@bigpond.com or by telephone 02 92613732.

Theo Theodorou
CFO PRHG

Don't tell them, SHOW them! As our concept artist, your responsibility is to take your brief on a rich journey through reams of scribbles, rough diagrams, research, scrap books and hand rendered art until it jumps, kicking and screaming off the players screen. Only fresh ideas need apply.

The position is with the BigWorld development team in Sydney, creating the characters, creatures, landscapes and interiors that will shape our Massively Multi-player Games, and bring inspiration and wonder to millions of players. You will be working under the direction of the Lead Artist and the Art Director and working closely with our designers, taking gameplay descriptions and ideas and working them into the concept art that will become the 3D environment and elements of the world.

Applicants must demonstrate both design ability and illustrative skills. The ability to use Photoshop 5.0 or above is essential. No qualifications necessary. Applicants are hired on the quality of folio and ability to work to a brief. Quick sketches at design meetings to visualise ideas right up to full colour renderings used to be build 3D models are all important.

Requirements

2D hand finished artwork skills
Ability to take text descriptions and develop concept art
Ability to produce polished photorealistic images
Strong knowledge of Photoshop
Pure Talent
Good team skills
Desirable

Games Industry experience
Ability to create textures for use on 3D models
Traditional Life Drawing skills
Ability to work in a variety of styles
Interest in MMOGs
Knowledge of 3D software such as 3DS MAX
Being an avid Gamer
Folio submission guidelines
We are looking for an original thinker. Therefore we prefer artwork depicting artists own creations. We are not interested in comic book art.
The folio should demonstrate design process, rough sketches and brainstorming for at least one of the pieces. Ability to work in an art style that is compatible with the exotic futuristic world of citizen-zero.

Salary
Commensurate with ability and experience. Relevant experience, and specialised knowledge all contribute to a higher salary.

If you believe that you are the right person for this position, please forward your resume either by mail or email to:

Attention: Sydney Studio Jobs
Micro Fort? Pty Ltd
Level 6, 431 Glebe Point Rd, Glebe
NSW 2037 Australia
E-Mail: jobs@syd.microforte.com.au

When applying for this position, quote the MF Reference code of SYDMFW020507.

Submitted by THQ Studio Australia
With the announcement of the opening of THQ Australian Studios in Brisbane, THQ is currently looking to hire qualified individuals in the following areas to work on high profile projects for a worldwide game publisher.

We are currently looking at all levels of experience.

Lead Artist
Game Programmers
Game Artists
Level Artists
Animators

Artists please note that THQ is a Maya Studio, although we encourage all backgrounds to apply.

Please send you resumes to:

THQ
PO Box 1148
Spring Hill, Qld 4004

or email to:

ozstudio_resumes@thq.com

Not sure which developer this is for (the advertisement is from an agency)... It could be for Microforte or Perceptionn...

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Details of Job Selected
Location New South Wales - Sydney - Multiple Locations
Occupation All Jobs

Employer Reference JN/00120411
Job Number 52307370 Modified 14/02/2003
Job Name Level designer for Computer Game Animation
Job Location NSW-metro
Job Description This is a rare opportunity to be involved in creating exciting action style missions that take place in an evolving world of intrigue - complete with bustling cities, treacherous frontier settlements, abandoned compounds, and eerie, robotic constructs that delve deep into the earth. Your level designs will feed the mission generation system sending players on assignments such as installation rushes, hostage rescues and stealthy infiltrations. Your understanding of gameplay and your ability to configure and tune level layouts, will work to bring the architecture, props, lighting, event triggers and AI scripting together into a fun, atmospheric experience. You will be using assets created by the artists and do not need texturing or modeling skills. You will work under direction of the Lead Designer. You will need to have the ability to design in a collaborative environment, contributing and evaluating ideas in both your own, and your co-workers, levels.
Required Skills:

Demonstrated ability to construct interesting game levels

Previous experience using game editors / scripting systems

Ability to design to given specifications

Ability to analyse and tune level layouts to maximize gameplay

Good communication skills

Good collaborative team skills

To apply, in addition to your resume, please send us a portfolio URL or CD containing completed level designs. Playable levels are encouraged, but commented walkthroughs are acceptable. For playable levels, please include loading instructions. You`ll also want to indicate what parts of the level you created, a summary of your thought process, and an analysis of the completed design.

Duration N/A
Pay 60000
Start ASAP

Contact Organisation JobNet Pty Ltd
Agency Hays I.T Personnel (Sydney)
Contact Name hit1.sydney@hays.com.au
Phone 0282269777
Fax 0292315480
Email HIT.SYDNEY@HAYS.COM.AU

How to Apply
Please send Resumes (CV's) as WORD (any version) attachments (please quote reference 220816833)
Enquiries from all suitable Job seekers welcome

Saw this on Australian Infront...

Job post: Looking for a 3d person, experienced in ArchiCad and 3dsmax (we're located in Brisbane). Applicants can show interest by emailing jobs@in2corp.com

Position Available :
Submitted by Sam
Support Engineer / Game Development Framework

BigWorld is seeking a support engineer for its award winning BigWorld? Technology for use in Massively Multiplayer Online Games. In this challenging role you will have to demonstrate your dual ability to deliver relevant and robust technical support, while developing and fostering excellent relationships with our clients.

Responsibilities:

We are looking for a Software support Engineer who has strong problem solving, documentation and people skills to directly assist game development teams with using and integrating BigWorld? Technology. As a member of a tight knit team of world-class software developers, you will support our customers? game development efforts and provide expertise on use issues. In this role, you will communicate with many groups, confirming that needs are met and future needs are anticipated.
You will be proactive in working with the development team, gathering information on products, designing and writing technical documentations when required. You will also ensure that the existing documentation accurately reflects the behaviour of the software products.

Qualifications:

? 2-3 years C++ programming
? Technical Writing experience is essential
? Microsoft Windows and Linux software development environments, 3D computer graphics, preferably Direct3D
? Experience of development tools such as Visual Studio.NET and CVS
? Some network development experience will be an advantage
? knowledge of debugging and profiling tools will be an advantage
? Ability to analyse complex issues
? Excellent communication skills and a strong team player
? Good people skills and ability to work with many different engineers with differing talent levels.
? Forward thinker who keeps long term goals in mind even when dealing with short term problems.
? Must be self-motivated and able to work successfully without direct supervision.

If you believe that you are the right person for this position, please forward your resume either by mail or email to: jobs@syd.microforte.com.au

DARK BLUE SEA has down some serious downsizing and are on the hunt for enthuisiastic workers. 3d modelling positions and programmers are wanted. located in the Comalco building in the heart of Brisbane. They have not posted the opportunites on the internet yet because they are still assessing current staff workers, but the opportunity is there if anyone wants to take there folios in.

may the force be with you,
K

http://www.darkbluesea.com

//Without order nothing can exist - without chaos nothing can evolve. \(anon)

Job, contact and important submission details here:
http://www.irrational-games.com/company/aus_jobs.cfm

3D Animator

Irrational Australia is looking for a talented animator to work on upcoming titles.

As an Irrational artist, you will be directly supervised by the lead artist and other senior artists who will review your work and determine if it is artistically and technically sufficient to use in the final product. In addition, you will be required to work with designers and programmers to ensure that your art is appropriate for the game design.

A range of experience levels will be considered for this position, including entry level and more senior candidates. However, all applicants must posseses the required skills listed below.

At Irrational, we use 3D Studio Max and Character Studio to produce our art assets. Proficiency in these packages is a MUST.

Required skills

strong character animation skills
knowledge of facial animation
ability to meet deadlines
ability to work and contribute effectively in a team environment
good communication skills
proficiency with 3D Studio Max and Character Studio.
General 3D modelling and texturing skills are a bonus.

As a 3D Artist you are expected to continue to refine your artistic abilities and may be required to learn new software packages and / or in-house tools.

To apply for this position, you will need to submit:

resume
cover letter
reel or CD of original character animation examples. Max files should be included.

Applicants for this position must be willing to relocate to Canberra.

...This would look awesome on anyones resume ;) I'm going to apply, bit of a laugh really. But you gotta be in it to win it.

Here is the details:

http://www.cgchannel.com/forum/viewthread?thread=159

JAK Films, the production company for Star Wars, is looking for well rounded pre-visualization artists that live and work in Syndey Australia. This is a contract position only. Hard workers with a good attitude required.

Artists should demonstrate skills in Maya and After Effects or comparable products but more importantly should understand a production pipeline from start to finish. We are looking for good storytellers.

Please send all inquiries to:

Skywalker Ranch

attn: Daniel Gregoire

5858 Lucas Valley Rd

Nicasio CA 94946

USA

or

dan.gregoire@lucasfilm.com

VHS, DVD, CD or downloadable material accepted. Just keep it simple.Feel free to ask questions but keep them short and sweet.

Daniel Gregoire

Pre-Visualizatonin Effects Manager

JAK Films

A short while back, I posted this job ad for Last Gun Studios http://www.sumea.com.au/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=144 , and I've had some enquiries on what's going on. The post was for:

3D CHARACTER ANIMATOR (x2) (fulltime position)
3D CHARACTER MODELLER (x2) (fulltime position)
3D TEXTURE ARTIST (x1) (fulltime position)
Contract positions

Job Commencement: Jan 2003

Just an update for those who have applied and are wondering what's going on..

quote:Hi Souri,
Good to hear from you. Due to the high number of applications that we received and the amount of individuals we interviewed we have had to extend our assessment period in order to accurately assess who would be best for the positions. I have endeavoured to keep applicants abreast of our movements. If there are any applicants who wish to contact me personally (by email is probably quickest way) I would be more than happy to extend feedback regarding their individual application.

If anyone wants to contact James (Business Development Manger), send me an email through here http://www.sumea.com.au/semailpost.asp and I'll give you his address..!

We have a short term position available in Melbourne for a Code Addict - Commencing 21st of January 2003, for a period of 2-3 weeks. There is also the possibility of further work later down the track.

We are looking for someone who loves coding ! - is reliable, and, above all, enthusiastic.

The role involves working with a new web technology, and as such, no experience is required. The successful candidate will receive hands on training as part of the job.

Demonstrable flare for any of the following technologies will seperate your application from others : J2EE, Java, Coldfusion, and Flash , Graphic / 3d / multimedia talents considered a bonus.

Please respond to Chris at hr@plett.com.au for further details.

Melbourne based Bullant Studios are looking to fill tonnes of game positions too!

"Excellant rewards for software engineers, AI programmers, artists, and 3d modellers for the Playstation 2, Xbox, Gamecube, Gameboy Advance and Interactive Television.

Bullant Studios has openings for top class individuals who want to join the fastest growing and most dynamic independant games developer in Australia. If you want to have a lot of fun, and are passionate about making games then positions are available for you NOW."
You can find contact details on their website.. http://www.bullantstudios.com/

These two job postings from seek.com.au.. http://www.seek.com.au/users/joblist.asp?AdID=2391578 and http://www.seek.com.au/users/joblist.asp?AdID=2391588

Full posts below..

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Level Designer

First Xbox MMOG
Big World Technology
$$ Negotiable

This is a rare opportunity to be involved in creating exciting action style missions that take place in an evolving world of intrigue - complete with bustling cities, treacherous frontier settlements, abandoned compounds, and eerie, robotic constructs that delve deep into the earth. Your level designs will feed the mission generation system sending players on assignments such as installation rushes, hostage rescues and stealthy infiltrations. Your understanding of gameplay and your ability to configure and tune level layouts, will work to bring the architecture, props, lighting, event triggers and AI scripting together into a fun, atmospheric experience. You will be using assets created by the artists and do not need texturing or modeling skills. You will work under direction of the Lead Designer. You will need to have the ability to design in a collaborative environment, contributing and evaluating ideas in both your own, and your co-workers, levels.

Requirements:

? Demonstrated ability to construct interesting game levels

? Previous experience using game editors / scripting systems

? Ability to design to given specifications

? Ability to analyse and tune level layouts to maximize gameplay

? Good communication skills

? Good collaborative team skills

Desirable:

? Previous games industry experience

? Talent for creating dialog

? Good drawing skills

? Design experience with consoles

? Understanding of MMOGs

? Avid gamer

Submission Guidelines:

To apply, in addition to your resume, please send us a portfolio URL or CD containing completed level designs. Playable levels are encouraged, but commented walkthroughs are acceptable. For playable levels, please include loading instructions. You`ll also want to indicate what parts of the level you created, a summary of your thought process, and an analysis of the completed design.

Salary:
Commensurate with ability and experience. Relevant experience and specialised knowledge all contribute to a higher salary.

If you believe that you are the right person for this position, please forward your resume either by mail or email to:

Attention: Sydney Studio Jobs
Micro Fort? Pty Ltd
95 Rose Street Chippendale
NSW 2008 Australia
E-Mail: jobs@syd.microforte.com.au

When applying for this position, quote the MF Reference code of LD191202

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Senior Artist - Game Industry

First Xbox MMOG
Big World Technology
$$ Negotiable
Micro Forte Sydney is currently developing the first Xbox exclusive Massively Multiplayer Online Game. Do you want your models to touch the minds of over 100,000 people? Cool, we need a sadistic looking brain probe modelled in twelve polygons... Your job is to construct low-polygon models that not only look fantastic but work within the constraints of the game engine. You will be required to build items, creatures and scenery models within 3DSMAX. As a guide, our character models are around 3000 polys. You will be working closely with the Lead Artist, and Art Director creating the details that bring our breathtaking environments to life.
Texturing skills are definitely a bonus.

Requirements

Games Industry or Mod Experience
Extensive 3DSMAX skills
Character Studio
A showreel demonstrating low polygon modelling and texturing ability (nothing cartoony please)
Ability to model and texture to a given style and direction

Desirable

Photoshop / painter skills
Photorealistic modelling /texturing skills
Level design and construction
2D life drawing skills
Animation skills
Enjoys working in a team
Avid gamer

Application and Portfolio Guidelines

Online portfolios or CDs are fine. You will be required to provide a full portfolio at interview stage. Please supply examples of low poly models and scenes, including mesh renders, textures, and 2D hand rendered art. Subject matter we are interested in includes scenery (cityscapes as well as outdoor), items and weapons, characters and animals. Please provide polygon count information, and text explaining what parts are your work if the examples are from games or other group work. You will need to be prepared to do a modelling test in 3DS MAX as part of our interview process.

If you believe that you are the right person for this position, please forward your resume and portfolio either by mail or email to:
Attention: Sydney Studio Jobs - Micro Fort? Pty Ltd - 95 Rose Street Chippendale -
NSW 2008 Australia.
E-Mail: jobs@syd.microforte.com.au
When applying for this position, please state your salary expectations and quote the Reference: SA191202

Blue Tongue's a new redesigned website up, and along with some new job openings.. http://www.bluetongue.com/bt_employ.htm

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Currently, Blue Tongue is hiring in several different areas, looking for eager, talented and creative people. Experience within the industry is always a plus, but we like raw talent too. If you have any questions regarding any of these positions, or whether your skill set might fit into our industry, please contact our HR Department, at jobs@bluetongue.com.

Current Openings

Programmers
Software Engineers
2D Concept Artists
3D Artists
3D Modelers
Animators
Project Managers
If you have skill with 3D Studio Max, especially with animation, then we are very interested in hearing from you. And even if you are not, we are still interested in hearing from you.

As one of Australia's premier video game developers, Blue Tongue offers the unique opportunity to work on top titles, with major licenses (Jurassic Park for example), and also on developing new franchises (games, tv, movies, etc.)

We offer an environment that is challenging and intense, but also quite a bit of fun (we do make games after all). Blue Tongue also has a very diverse culture, with employees from all over the world, with a wide range of backgrounds and experience.

As a member of Blue Tongue, you will be able to truly hone your skills, gain amazing industry experience and be a part of a team that is going to have a significant impact on the video game industry in the years to come.

Maya Character Animators and 3D Modeller/Texturers.

Computer game company seeks experienced 3D artists for Melbourne studio creating PS2, XBOX and PC Titles.

Character animators should possess a strong sense of posing and timing and have a strong overall knowledge of Maya.

Experience rigging characters and working with motion capture an advantage.

Modeler/Texturers should have an eye for lighting and detail and be able to demonstrate high quality finished art.

Experience using Maya is an advantage.

Self motivation, ability to work in a team enviroment and completing artwork in a defined style essential.

Please submit a non-returnable folio/showreel on VHS or PC CD-ROM (animations in Mpeg/DivX format please), along with a dissertation detailing your folio and your CV to:

IR Gurus Interactive
Level 4/28 Clarendon St
South Melbourne 3205

Applications without folios will not be considered.

Any questions: jobs@irgurus.com

http://www.irgurus.com/

Nocturnal is looking for motivated, talented, enthusiastic people to help develop GBA games and more! Work from home, in your own time?the more you do, the more you make! See our development pages for more information. We are currently looking for:

- programmers with GBA or Catapult experience (Fantasy Wars)
- artists with character-sketching, fantasy or GBA experience (Fantasy Wars)
- programmers with GBA or Windows experience (Catapult)
- language translators in German, French, Italian, Spanish or Japanese (Fantasy Wars)

They're based in Melbourne.. http://nocturnal-central.com/root.php for details..

I was just checking out the usual Australian game developer sites when I came accross new openings, Auran is hiring for the first time in ages, including many artist positions. Pandemic, Microforte, Krome and other still have positions open too.

I guess always around this time they are looking for new comers, like every year there's a flood (well not quite a flood) of new job openings at all Australian Studios.

(IR Gurus are based in Melbourne..)

Programmers

We are currently looking for talented software engineers to join the team!

As a member of the programming team at IR Gurus, you would be expected to provide software engineering expertise, including (but not restricted to) the following areas:

C++ language
C language
Assembly language
Win32 API
Usage Microsoft Foundation Class programming
Real-time 2D and 3D graphics technology and systems
AI techniques, including hierarchical state machines

You will be required to have input into software design discussion meetings and develop well-designed software within project schedules. You will be expected to continue to enhance programming and communication skills and actively participate with team members.

We are looking for people who are self-motivated with a strong work ethic.

Qualifications: Minimum 2-3 years games programming experience. Must have shipped previous titles. Experience on PS2, Xbox recommended. Must be able to create technical designs that lead to well structured software. Knowledge of various animation packages and graphics packages an asset.

If you have the requisite experience, please send an application letter, together with your CV, to jobs@irgurus.com.

Source: http://www.irgurus.com/Jobs.htm

[:)]Hi folks, someone may be interested in this position....
Note applications due by November 14th[:o)]

See http://www.bull.usyd.edu.au/personnel/FMPro
(the last one on the list) for more information

POSITION: Sesqui Lecturer in 2D and 3D Visualisation
DEPARTMENT: Sydney College of the Arts
TYPE: Academic
APPOINTMENT: Continuing
AVAILABILITY: Internal & External
REF NO: B43/003111

Applications are invited for a Lectureship in 2D and 3D digital visualisation in visual arts practise.

Sydney College of the Arts, is the Contemporary Visual Arts Faculty of the University of Sydney and the Faculty seeks an experienced academic who will take the lead in developing the integration of digital technology into all of the Studio based programs of the Faculty.

The Faculty has been awarded Research and Teaching Improvement Funds to support the process of curriculum development with the aim of integrating digital imaging as a component of all discipline areas at SCA. The successful applicant will advise on the consolidation and co-ordination of the separate initiatives, courses and access arrangements currently operating in different parts of the Faculty.

This position is designed to support studio-based programs and to assist researchers, staff and students in gaining computer visualisation and production skills appropriate to visual arts practice. It is envisaged that this position will enable developments and linkages in digital research and teaching through the 3D studio programs of Sculpture and Object & Art Design as well as between Painting, Printmedia, Electronic & Temporal Art and Photomedia, including 2D and 3D output.

The appointee will also be required to contribute to the cross-disciplinary Foundation Program of the Faculty and to demonstrate an ability to teach effectively at all levels of undergraduate or postgraduate Contemporary Visual Arts programs. Experience in the academic supervision of honours and postgraduate students will also be an advantage.

The position entails a commitment to supporting academic work through curriculum development, research and administration, service on committees and other responsibilities. A demonstrated ability and willingness to participate in a team-based interdisciplinary teaching environment is also essential.

The successful applicant will be expected to be active in creative practice, research and scholarship, and in particular to have experience in stimulating research initiatives relating to the impact of new computer technologies on contemporary art and design practice. It is desirable that the applicant have the ability and experience necessary to provide instruction and support for existing Faculty digital facilities and be conversant with a wide range of software programs and applications.

Applicants should hold a MFA or MVA degree or have equivalent professional experience. They must be able to demonstrate their commitment to contemporary principles of teaching and learning, while having maintained an active career as an artist. A broad theoretical understanding of the issues surrounding the impact of digital technologies on contemporary art and design, as well as extensive technical competency are required.

The applicant will be conversant with and support the University?s policies and procedures as they relate to Equal Employment Opportunities and Affirmative Action and will be able to demonstrate an ability to function successfully in a demanding academic environment.

The following is a list of the selection criteria pertaining to this position:

Essential Criteria:

- Applicants should hold a MFA or MVA degree or have equivalent professional experience.
- Commitment to contemporary principles of teaching and learning.
- University level teaching experience
- Active in creative visual arts practice, research and scholarship
- Broad theoretical understanding of the issues surrounding the impact of digital technologies
- Extensive technical competency
- Ability and willingness to participate in a team-based interdisciplinary teaching environment
- Conversant with a range of software programs, a knowledge and expertise in digital fine art output technologies and at least one of the following 3D programs: FormZ, Strata Studio Pro, Maya and 3D Studio Max.

Desirable Criteria:

- The ability and experience necessary to provide instruction and support for existing facilities
- Experience in the academic supervision of honours and postgraduate students.
- Experience in the software programs: After Effects, Quark, Photoshop and Illustrator.

In addition to the material specified in the Method of Application, applicants should submit a statement of their teaching philosophy, supported by course materials (if applicable) and visual documentation of their own recent work.

The position is full-time continuing, subject to the completion of a satisfactory probation and/or confirmation period for new appointees. Membership of a University approved superannuation scheme is a condition of employment for new appointees.

For further information contact Mirabel FitzGerald, Associate Dean Academic Administration (02) 9351 1060 or e-mail: M.Fitzgerald@sca.usyd.edu.au or Mr Geoff Weary, Associate Dean Research (02) 9351 1055 or e-mail g.weary@sca.usyd.edu.au

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND
WE OFFER A SMOKE FREE WORKPLACE

Remuneration Package: $65,771 - $78,056 p.a. (which includes a base salary Lecturer Level B $55,578 - $65,999 p.a., leave loading and up to 17% employer?s contribution to superannuation)
Closing Date: 14/11/2002

3D Modeller/Texture Artist

We have opportunities available for talented 3D modelling/texture artists to come on board and work in one of the most interesting and rewarding fields entertainment media has to offer.

Ideal candidates will posses:

strong traditional art media and design skills
a great eye for detail and a natural flair for composition and colour
hands on experience with industry standard 2D and 3D graphics software packages (Photoshop, After Effects, 3DS MAX and Maya preferred)
a tertiary level design qualification and/or have relevant multimedia and design industry experience
the ability to work well to direction
excellent communication skills
must be a good team player
Sidhe requires all candidates to submit both a CV and a portfolio of recent art and design work. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.

Portfolios should include several examples of original hand drawn artwork. Other work of interest would include general digital art and design, website and other interactive media design, and 3D modelling, surfacing and animation.

Portfolios may be submitted in any of the following formats:

Print
CDROM
Internet Website
VHS Demo Reel

Applications should be sent to either

Artist Job Application
Sidhe Interactive
PO Box 6203
Marion Square
Wellington
NEW ZEALAND

or

jobs@sidhe.co.nz

http://www.sidhe.co.nz/