NOMINT is an Athens based award-winning motion design production company that directs, designs and produces for motion, and their talents are abundant to say the least. The Greek Crisis Explained is their latest project; observations and a humorous take on local developments, with episode 2 on its way. I love the illustration and […]
Recently I stumbled across a project on Michael Cina’s portfolio site that to my eyes was very bold, fresh and engaging. Clean, minimal and graphic – but for American football. The two things seemed antithetical to each other. But in some parallel universe it could exist. Was it on air now? Was it something I missed completely? (I have to admit here, I’m not a big football watcher, so either seemed entirely possible to me …)
As is the case so often, it was a project that was rejected by the network, who then went in a completely different direction. Michael Cina (along with Michael Young when they worked together as WWFT) designed this back in 2005-2006 for Fox Sports. I wanted to find out more, so I got in touch with him to explain some of his process on the project.
And also, you can see the coordinates system is crazy. I can define the Y axis with through 2 points, no problem. But when I try to define an other axis on the "Axis 2" with through 2 points, then the camera and the sequence FLIPS!! the cones (tracking markers) becomes upsidedown as well! It’s crazy! I haven’t used this program so much.
specifications: Pal, 25fps, 720*576 (original)
converted to: Flv, 25fps, 220*176
The video contains some parts of VFX.. done with after effects, combustion and fusion, editing( adobe premiere pro and avid)
The back ground music is a mixture and u will find a local flavor (telugu-Indian language)
In this Blender 2.5 Video tutorial, I go over using the particle hair system to create downey feathers. This is 50 min video.div class=”feedflare”
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In the interview talk about MSP’s image quality, hardware req. and how the software is being used from arch viz, to high end VFX.div class=”feedflare”
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Watch the Apple / Microsoft spoof short, ”The Secret Mission of the Terminator.” Never help the terminator again…div class=”feedflare”
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We are looking for an exceptional candidate to work as a Visual Effects Artist within our studio. The candidate should have a deep knowledge and production experience of creating real time visual effects for games. This should be supported by a strong overall artistic ability in the area of 3D art production.
Their role will include the production of VFX and art assets to support existing and new IP’s in the Studio; working closely with the Art Director, technical artists, and programmers on delivering assets that fit the gameplay requirements.
Responsibilities:
– Prototyping and creating Visual Effects for real-time use in games
– Use commercial and proprietary in house tools to create highly polished particle effects and 3D art assets with minimum supervision
– Collaborate with the Art Director to produce VFX and other art assets that fit the project and franchise style
– Proactively recognise problems and troubleshoot solutions
– Work with Programming, Design, and Technical Art team to ensure VFX and art assets properly fit the game play requirements
– Deliver content on schedule and within any technical/budget limitations
– Mentor less experienced artists
Required Skills:
– Knowledge and experience of creating particle effects
– Ability to create both Photoreal and non-Photoreal Visual Effects.
– Strong understanding of timing & animation
– Strong overall artistic ability (composition, colour, 3D modelling, texturing etc.) and an understanding of general artistic aesthetics
– Clear technical understanding of all aspects of the art production pipeline
– Good knowledge of lighting principals and application to CG
– Experience with high end CG Effects system utilizing particle systems, dynamics, and procedural animation (e.g., Maya, Houdini, MAX, etc.) is a huge advantage
– Knowledge and experience of industry standard 2D package (Photoshop) for generation of particle specific textures
– Ability to model rapidly and accurately from concept art
– Shader writing knowledge is a benefit
– Rigging knowledge & experience also a benefit
– Ability to learn fast, take initiative with assigned tasks and follow through creative and technical troubleshooting
– Efficient, reliable, self motivated, passionate about Art and VFX
– Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
– Work well under deadlines and multi-tasks.
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Skills
Maya
Maya MEL
Modelling
Photoshop (or equivalent)
Python Scripting
Rendering (Game Rendering)
Rendering (Maya)
Shader Language (Cg)
Texturing
Visual Effects
As well as the industry standard software, they will be working with and help develop proprietary tools in both 2d and 3d environments.
Required:
Visual flare and talent
Experience with FX design and creation
Expert knowledge of Max
Expert knowledge of Photoshop & After Effects
Knowledge of working with physics middleware
Self motivated, good communicator, good attitude, team-player
Love of visual FX
Ideal:
Proven experience implementing game visual effects
Formal art training
All round Art ability
Love of games
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