You’re the mover and shaker.

Slant Six Games is seeking a Senior Animator to be the creator of compelling animation for in-game motions and real-time cinematic scenes. Here is your chance to leave your mark on one of the most exciting AAA franchise console action titles in the industry – if you enjoy making characters, creatures and vehicles move, get in touch!

It goes without saying that your 5+ years of animation and mocap experience in the gaming industry means that you consider yourself to be a Maya guru – and likely, you will have come across MotionBuilder as well. Your keyframe animation skills are second to none, and you have expert knowledge in animation principles (including squash and stretch, timing and motion, anticipation, staging, weight, and appeal). You lead by example, demonstrating a strong work ethic, outstanding quality of work, and are consistently motivated by the technological advances in the gaming industry. You love collaborating with others – be it mentoring more junior members of your team, or working effectively with your peers and Art Director.

If you would like to get moving and shaking with us, send your resume and demo reel to jobs@slantsixgames.com.

We are excited about your interest in Slant Six Games. Please understand that due to the high volume of resumes we receive, we will only be in touch with candidates who meet our profile.

You’re the mover and shaker.

Slant Six Games is seeking an Animator to be the creator of compelling animation for in-game motions and real-time cinematic scenes. Here is your chance to leave your mark on one of the most exciting AAA franchise console action titles in the industry – if you enjoy making characters, creatures and vehicles move, get in touch!

It goes without saying that your 3+ years of animation and mocap experience in the gaming industry means that you consider yourself to be pretty good with Maya – and likely, you will have come across MotionBuilder as well. You have strong keyframe animation skills, and a fundamental understanding of animation principles (including squash and stretch, timing and motion, anticipation, staging, weight, and appeal). You demonstrate a strong work ethic, outstanding quality of work, and love working effectively with your peers and Art Director.

If you would like to get moving and shaking with us, send your resume and demo reel to jobs@slantsixgames.com.

We are excited about your interest in Slant Six Games. Please understand that due to the high volume of resumes we receive, we will only be in touch with candidates who meet our profile.

For now, check out some of the recent previews from our Press trip and a brand new Developer Diary.  This one gives you more detail about the 4 player Co-op and 16 player multiplayer!

San Francisco Examiner

http://www.examiner.com/examiner/x-13269-Gaming-Lifestyle-Examiner~y2010m1d28-SOCOM-Fireteam-Bravo-3-handson

On the Spot at Gamespot

http://www.gamespot.com/psp/action/socomusnavysealsfireteambravo3/video/6247666/socom–us-navy-seals-fireteam-bravo-3-daily-demo

New Developer Diary

http://www.gametrailers.com/video/exclusive-co-op-socom-fireteam/61357

Best Wishes for the New Year!

This is the first look at the new characters and weapons available with the Confrontation Cold Front DLC pack!

New Special Forces

With the purchase of the DLC, players will have access to a new Special Force group: the Russian Spetsnaz (SPZ).
For this Force, we created two highly detailed heads as well as a light, medium and heavy variant of their own torso and leg armor. Additionally, the Spetsnaz have their own camouflage pattern, headgear and unique voice-over.
During the Character Art research development for the DLC, one surprise discovery was the amount of American made gear that equips foreign armies. From backpacks, to armor, to helmets and camo, each of our selections are based on real load outs from the modern battlefield.

New Arctic Mercenaries

Mercenary characters have been completely updated for the SOCOM: Confrontation Cold Front DLC. Featuring new Arctic setting heads and bodies in a variety of styles, these new characters are available in light, medium and heavy armor. In addition, new camouflage and headgear has been added to the assortment of items available for Mercenaries.

Weapons from left to right:
Character 1 – M82A1A + Thermal Scope + Bipod 3
Character 2 – 552 + Foregrip + Suppressor 1
Character 3 – VAL + Thermal Scope
Character 4 – 9mm SUB + Red Dot Scope + Suppressor 2

New Weapons

Specifically for the DLC, we are offering the AG-94 assault rifle, available exclusively for the Russian Spetsnaz. Players will also have access to the Commandos’ fast-firing AK-107 and the Mercenaries’ covert VAL. In addition, Specialization CE Weapons are available exclusively to owners of the SOCOM: Confrontation Cold Front DLC. (see below).

Command Equity/Specialization Weapons

Another addition to the DLC is the Command Equity (CE)/Specializations feature.

With this feature, each player can select one weapon class as their Primary Specialization and another as their Secondary Specialization from the list of available weapon types. By Specializing in a weapon class, players will gain statistical bonuses in three categories that are significant to the type of weapon they Specialize in.

· Specializations for both Primary and Secondary Weapon Classes

· CE Points earned in Ranked games from Kills and Kill Assists

· CE Rewards in the form of unique CE Weapons and Attachments

By collecting enough CE points, players can earn unique CE Weapons and Attachments

The Dutch Korps Commandotroepen (KCT) and the Italian COMSUBIN are two Special Forces new to Patch 1.60. For each new Force we created two highly detailed heads as well as a light, medium and heavy variant of their torso and leg armor. Additionally, the new Forces have their own specific camouflage patterns, headgear and unique voice-overs. In developing the character art for 1.60 and DLC, accuracy and realism were the main focus. A good portion of the character development time was spent researching military forums, reference images and watching videos to build up a solid concept.

Dutch KCT
Weapons from left to right:
Character 1 – SR-25 + High Scope + Bipod 3
Character 2 – 417 + Foregrip + Acog scope
Character 3 – AK-74 + GL36
Character 4 – 417 + Suppressor 2 + Laser sight

Italian COMBUSIN
Weapons from left to right:
Character 1 – SPAS-15
Character 2 – MK48 Machine Gun + Front Grip
Character 3 – AK74 + Medium Scope + GL36 Grenade Launcher
Character 4 – HK5 SD + reflex scope + laser sight

New Weapons

For Patch 1.60, we created two new primary weapons: the 417 assault rifle for the Dutch KCT and the SPAS-15 shotgun for the Italian COMSUBIN. Four new weapons will be available to all players: the 9mm Sub and M82A1A for the Mercenaries and the AK-74 and SR-25 for the Commandos. It’s interesting to note that all these weapons were built by one artist. This approach to weapon creation is beneficial for consistency but challenging for the artist since researching reference textures and photos is a lengthy process.