Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, debug and document new game systems and tools in C++
• Must create high quality, high performance code
• Follow coding standards and best practices
• Provide accurate time estimates for tasks and work within those constraints
• Work cohesively with a team of programmers, artists and designers

Requirements:

• B.S. degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
• 4 or more years of C/C++ experience.
• 2 or more years of game industry experience preferred.
• Must be an avid gamer with a passion for creating great games
• Ability to work independently and to be self-directing.
• Able to work occasional long hours.

Preferrable :

• Any skills candidate can bring: multithreading, graphics, AI, UI, networking, controls, etc. are a plus.

A resume and cover letter should be submitted along with samples of your work. Please submit your resume via website to careers@petroglyphgames.com.

• Absolute Passion for playing and creating video games.
• Experience creating levels in 3D RTS game toolset (Warcraft 3, Command & Conquer, Age of Empires, etc)

• Great sense for what makes a game or level fun to play.
• Ability to make an artistically interesting environment using textures, height and props
• Must be able to do limited scripting or using triggers in game toolset.
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Minimum of 2 years game or level design related experience
• Minimum 1 shipped title on a Triple-A game where credited as a level Designer
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and relationship building skills
• A passion for architecture and environment design

Preferred:

• Experience in Photoshop.
• Ability to script interesting cinematic sequences using in-game art.
• Experience working on both PC and current leading console platforms
• Knowledge and understanding of trends in game design

A resume and cover letter should be submitted along with samples of your work to careers@petroglyphgames.com.  

• Create low- and high-polygon environment objects, characters, and other models based on art direction and gameplay requirements
• Create and modify custom scripts for the art team
• Understand and maintain production pipeline and workflow
• Technical Liaison for external development teams
• Design and create particle effects
• Document technical aspects of tools and production pipeline
• Provide technical support for the art team
• Develop art production tools in conjunction with the programmers

Required Qualifications:

• 3 years experience within the gaming industry
• Familiarity with scripting languages
• Excellent knowledge of various game development tools (e.g. 3D Studio Max, Photoshop, custom tools, including rigging and weighting)
• Familiarity with game development life cycle and design process from concept to delivery
• Excellent work ethic with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in team environment

Desired Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in Fine Arts
• Understanding of animation principles and 3D character animation
• Strong desire to create exceptional games

Applicants must submit a resume and art samples viewable via email to careers@petroglyphgames.com (Demo reel acceptable, but not preferred).  No phone calls please.

• The UI Artist should have a good understanding of Flash & web design, including the ability to create custom well crafted bitmaps, icons, skins, etc.
• The UI Artist must demonstrate a broad range of skills and abilities, including core graphic design competencies (composition and layout, typography, color and light), drawing and/or painting skills and experience working within the constraints of console development.
• Must have the ability to conceptualize, present, and execute ideas within a schedule, while actively participating in technical and artistic problem solving.
• Successful User Interface Artists are able to quickly understand custom toolsets and deliver assets within the confines of real time engine constraints and programming demands.
• Strong knowledge of design as it relates to user-interface and ergonomics is a must.
• Industry experience a plus.
• Strong knowledge of Photoshop is required.
• Knowledge of 3D Studio Max preferred.

Applicants must submit a resume and art samples viewable via email to careers@petroglyphgames.com (Demo reel acceptable, but not preferred).  No phone calls please.

Responsibilities:

• In-Game Particle Effects work, Explosions, Gunfire, Energy FX, weather effects, etc.
• Communicate with programmers/designers as necessary to bring tasks to completion
• Provide creative input specific to assigned tasks
• Learn graphic tools & processes as required

• Fluent in 3D Studio MAX & Photoshop
• Must have a technical understanding of computer applications
• Basic understanding of XML
• 2+ years of professional CG experience
• Must have excellent understanding of Particle systems to create realistic CG effects
• Ability to fine tune work at the pixel level
• Passion for games
• Must have good written and oral communication skills
• Great portfolio in digital media
• Must have 'team' attitude
• Must have the ability to conceptualize, present and execute ideas

Preferred Requirements:

• Movie industry and/or Game industry Effects work in CG
• Bachelor of the Fine Arts degree or related program
• Modeling/texturing skills a plus

Applicants must submit a resume and art samples viewable via website to careers@petroglyphgames.com.   (Demo reel acceptable, send to mailing address.)  No phone calls please. This is a full time position.

• 3+ years industry experience using 3DS Max and Photoshop
• Previous experience working on a console title with at least one shipped title
• Expert in creating efficient low polygon models
• Ability to create high-quality PhotoShop textures
• Must work well in a team environment and be open to direction
• Have a passion for making great games

Desired:

• Experience in rigging and animating
• Experience with creating in-game FX
• Adaptability to learn proprietary tools and a strong technical background using art tools
• Drawing ability with an understanding of human anatomy and/or architectural elements

Applicants must submit a resume and art samples viewable via website to careers@petroglyphgames.com.   (Demo reel acceptable, but not preferred.)  No phone calls please.