We are a crowdfunded company and have a dedicated and enthusiastic community of backers who are helping us create the “Best Damn Space Sim Ever”. We want to build the best we can deliver and we believe wholeheartedly in the value of exceptional diverse talent.
The Gameplay Capture Artist will be responsible for the creative and technical work to prep, direct, and capture gameplay moments and concepts while establishing fresh visual tones for Star Citizen. Informed by our Marketing and Development teams, your mission will be to show off the world of Star Citizen to its full potential through a variety of video content such as Patch Trailers, Inside Star Citizen videos, holiday promotional trailers, CIG web video content, and more.
The ideal candidate is a person with a strong passion for storytelling and film development with an exceptional creative eye; one who can take ownership and direction to create a wide range of compelling video content. This position will be part of the Global Video Production team while reporting to the Marketing Cinematics Director and working along side the Marketing Cinematics team.
Founded in 2012, Cloud Imperium Games creates cutting-edge videogames that defy expectations. We’re currently developing Star Citizen, a record-breaking multiplayer online space sim, and Squadron 42, a cinematic single-player adventure set in the same universe. Join us as we break boundaries and make videogame history.
Gameplay Capture Artist role:
- From concept to shot creation – Gameplay capture artists should be able to own trailer and video deliverables end to end, with guidance from the Creative Lead/Directors.
- Create high quality capture content from multiple game development builds and using Nvidia ShadowPlay and OBS Studio
- Meet tight deadlines in a rapidly evolving work environment
- Select the best footage from capture sessions that tell the story or show a feature in the best possible light using a variety of cinematic techniques.
- Works with other Gameplay Capture artists to help organize, and be part of, multiplayer game capture sessions
- Work directly with developers from many teams in order to learn about new features, environments, ships, assets, and any number of new content.
- Present these new game features, mechanics, and technologies to players from a studied perspective or in thrilling videos
What do we expect from our Gameplay Capture Artist?
- Fluent with both the gameplay and development history of Star Citizen.
- Knowledge and experience with game capture or live action filming.
- Understanding of more advanced cinematic filming techniques such as framing, shot types, camera movement, depth of field, camera shake, lens choice, etc…
- Being able to take direction as well as learn and implement new processes.
- Ability to work in an environment with rapid project turnaround and frequent priority shifts
- Demonstrate creative problem-solving skills through innovative concepts, composition and ideas.
- Have a strong attention to detail and the ability to QC your own work.
- A deep interest and passion for video games and cinema
CIG Diversity Statement
CIG is a global company, staunchly committed to cultivating a culture and workplace that celebrates all backgrounds, lifestyles, and perspectives. Together, we are creating a space where authentic recognition, appreciation, and understanding of the importance of diversity is fostered by everyone. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to build a team that represents all walks of life, and we want every employee to bring all the things that make them unique to the work environment.
The universe is as vast and varied as the people in it, and it’s our differences that make it special.
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If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
Skills Required
- Fluent with the gameplay and development history of Star Citizen
- Experience with game capture or live action filming
- Proficiency using Nvidia ShadowPlay and OBS Studio for capture
- Understanding of advanced cinematic filming techniques (framing, camera movement, depth of field, lens choice, etc.)
- Ability to take direction, learn and implement new processes
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and handle frequent priority shifts
- Creative problem-solving and strong attention to detail, able to QC own work
- Deep interest and passion for video games and cinema
What We Do
Cloud Imperium Games is a new kind of independent studio dedicated to delivering AAA experiences outside the established publisher system, founded by Chris Roberts, creator of the best selling Wing Commander and Freelancer series, Cloud Imperium is currently developing Star Citizen, a record-shattering crowd funded title that combines classic space sim gameplay with Hollywood-caliber visuals. Cloud Imperium aims to pave new ground in game development by sharing the process with the players. Where game development was once hidden, Cloud Imperium has opted to share the process with those backing Star Citizen. Supporters come to know the team and follow them every step of the way as the game created. The community is closely engaged and their feedback Is considered in all aspects of game development, avoiding standard publicity to put Roberts’ epic vision directly in players’ hands. Cloud Imperium has studios in Los Angeles, California ; Austin, Texas ; Manchester, UK and Frankfurt, Germany.
