Vfx Artist Intern

**Who we are**:
**Let's have fun shaping your future**

We are Socialpoint, a world-renowned mobile game studio proudly part of the Zynga & Take-Two Interactive family. We're the creators of hits like Dragon City, Two Dots, Top Troops, and Monster Legends, loved by hundreds of millions of players around the globe.We craft the best social games, bringing joy from Barcelona to the world. Now, we want to bring the world to Barcelona At Socialpoint, work and play intertwine seamlessly, and we celebrate the diversity that makes us stronger. No matter who you are or where you're from, you're welcome here. Join us for a future where making games is as thrilling as playing them

**Position Overview**:
We are looking for a talented and skilled VFX artist to join our internship program. This is a unique opportunity to collaborate closely with experienced professionals who will mentor and guide you in crafting our mínimalist and visually stunning puzzle game, Two Dots

As a VFX artist intern, you´ll will be involved in shaping the visual art supporting the overall game design and user experience of the project, and especially, you´ll be contributing in creating mínimalist visuals according to the art direction, consistent with the whole project fitting the game mechanics and features as required.

You´ll work closely with a talented team formed by designers, developers and artists in order to learn about the production cadence of new puzzle mechanics and features at the project. Most importantly, you will be working closely with a Senior VFX artist who will mentor you throughout the internship.

**What You'll do**:

- Create special effects based on particle systems, trails, sprites and other 2d and 3d elements.

- Design and create the necessary special effects for each feature.

- Maintain a consistent style working hand in hand with the Senior VFX Artist and the Art director.

- Collaborate with the Technical artists, Designers and other team members in order to maximize the visual spectacularity using particle systems and other elements.

**What You Bring**:

- Solid knowledge of Unity particle system creation and other special effects.

- Solid experience implementing assets in Unity.

- Good knowledge of Photoshop & After Effects

- Highly motivated and passionate about videogames

- High level of English, both written and spoken (English is our official language)

**Bonus**:

- Ability to quickly create VFX mockups using Unity or After Effects before investing significant time into final production assets.

- In depth knowledge of the real time techniques used on video-game development.

- Highly creative

- Previous experience on the game development industry as VFX artist

- Previous experience creating 2D effects

**What's in it for you as a Socialpointer?**

We do offer a paid full-time internship. However, we are flexible considering the student availability (at least we expect a part-time dedication).

Due to the COVID-19 crisis, we have employed a hybrid working-from-home/office system. So, what does this mean? All we ask is that you live within commuting distance of our office in Barcelona so you are able to come into the office for important meetings/events.

If you choose to work in the office some days, don't worry - we have you covered. Check out some of our benefits tied to the office;

- State-of-the-art gym facilities so you can level up your fitness game.

- Book an appointment with our onsite physiotherapist.

- Drop by our onsite hairdressers for a trim (and forget your wallet).

- Social Events are there to get you to know your colleagues.

- New Office: Enjoy our brand-new office, complete with top-tier amenities, including a professional barista and delicious breakfast options.