Question 6

What are the employers looking for in an artist? What employers are looking for in an game artist are passion for their work and years of experience to follow that. In education portal it says "most employers prefer those with 3-5 years of experience working in game development or game art." and "A bachelor's degree may be required for more advanced positions. Those who choose to complete a formal education program will likely take courses in 3-dimensional modeling and animation, color theory, interface design, level design, scene design and illustration. Students may also be required to complete an internship " (http://education-portal.com/articles/Be_a_Game_Artist_Requirements_and_Information.html) employers are wanting someone that knows what they are doing and have a talent in their work. In GrimlinsGold it tells the researcher what their looking for. It says "Illustration experience in Photoshop or Painter; Illustrator or Flash experience highly desirable but not a must. Great sense of line and form, color and lighting, human anatomy, technical and architectural design, and environmental painting skills. Strong character and environment design skills are big plus Ability to work with a broad range of subjects and styles, from detailed and rendered paintings like anyone might see in console game or films concept art to simple and cartoony and more appropriate for a light-hearted casual game. And anywhere in-between!" and it includes "Strong passion for gaming, especially in the social/casual sphere. Experience working on them desirable but not absolutely necessary3D experience a plus but not required Strong cross-functional communications skills; verbal, written, and visual Ability to take direction well and to play well with others. No prima donnas! A desire to grow your skills and experience A terrific sense of humor" (http://www.gremlinsgold.com/career_2dgameartist.html). The employers here want a outgoing personality, works hard, has love for gaming, and can work with different styles of work. Work cited: education portal (http://educationportal.com/articles/Be_a_Game_Artist_Requirements_and_Information.html) GrimlinsGold. (http://www.gremlinsgold.com/career_2dgameartist.html)