Spines: #1 Fastest-Growing Book Publishing Platform in the U.S. At Spines, we’re rebuilding publishing for a new era: powered by technology. Our next-generation publishing platform combines powerful AI with human expertise to help writers publish professionally across every format, language, and global market. The tools we’re developing streamline editing, design, translation, production, and distribution, making a complex process simple, scalable, and author-first. Our mission is to make professional publishing possible for everyone, so no great story goes unheard. But what we’re really building is bigger: a platform that transforms how books are made, shared, and experienced globally. We’re growing a team of people who want to shape the future of publishing: creators, technologists, and storytellers driven by craft, purpose, and the opportunity to make a real impact for authors and readers everywhere. About the role:  As an Illustrator & Design Specialist, you'll play a key role in shaping the visual identity of books, breathing life into characters, and captivating readers with your artistic brilliance. Your designs will be showcased on works spanning various genres, ranging from heartwarming fiction to thrilling adventures, allowing you to unleash your creativity across a diverse spectrum. What you will do: - Conceptualize, design, and bring to life captivating book covers and illustrations as per the guidelines provided by our production managers and authors. - Collaborate directly with authors and production managers to ensure your designs align seamlessly with the authors' visions and expectations. - Create visually compelling illustrations with AI tools that meet Spines.com's stringent quality standards. - Thrive in a fast-paced environment, delivering exceptional work while adhering to tight deadlines. - Adapt your artistic style to cater to a diverse range of genres and project demands.

Spines: #1 Fastest-Growing Book Publishing Platform in the U.S. At Spines, we’re rebuilding publishing for a new era: powered by technology. Our next-generation publishing platform combines powerful AI with human expertise to help writers publish professionally across every format, language, and global market. The tools we’re developing streamline editing, design, translation, production, and distribution, making a complex process simple, scalable, and author-first. Our mission is to make professional publishing possible for everyone, so no great story goes unheard. But what we’re really building is bigger: a platform that transforms how books are made, shared, and experienced globally. We’re growing a team of people who want to shape the future of publishing: creators, technologists, and storytellers driven by craft, purpose, and the opportunity to make a real impact for authors and readers everywhere. About the role:  As an Illustrator & Design Specialist, you'll play a key role in shaping the visual identity of books, breathing life into characters, and captivating readers with your artistic brilliance. Your designs will be showcased on works spanning various genres, ranging from heartwarming fiction to thrilling adventures, allowing you to unleash your creativity across a diverse spectrum. What you will do: - Conceptualize, design, and bring to life captivating book covers and illustrations as per the guidelines provided by our production managers and authors. - Collaborate directly with authors and production managers to ensure your designs align seamlessly with the authors' visions and expectations. - Create visually compelling illustrations with AI tools that meet Spines.com's stringent quality standards. - Thrive in a fast-paced environment, delivering exceptional work while adhering to tight deadlines. - Adapt your artistic style to cater to a diverse range of genres and project demands.

Role Description Obsidian Entertainment seeks a passionate and skilled Contract Senior Concept Artist to join our growing team of game developers. The Concept Artist will collaborate with a team of like-minded and talented creatives to conceive of inspired characters, environments, props, and other gameplay elements for an unannounced project. The contract duration is 6 months, with potential for extension. - Create inspired and exciting concepts of characters, environments, props, and events based on input from Art and Design leadership - Provide visual inspiration for the art team through reference gathering and concept work - Develop clear and well thought-through designs for asset artists to build upon - Actively participate in technical and aesthetic problem-solving discussions - Collaborate with outsourcing teams and provide artistic feedback to enhance their work Qualifications - 6+ years of game development experience - Strong organization and communication skills - Demonstrated skills using Photoshop as a concept artist - Strong foundational art skills and knowledge including design, architecture, human and animal anatomy, composition, perspective, color theory, and lighting - Receptive to art direction and critiques from project leadership and team members Requirements - Experience with any 3D DCC tools like Maya, 3dsMax, Blender, SketchUp, etc. - Background in Architecture, Photography or Cinematography, or Digital / Traditional Painting Portfolio Requirements - A web portfolio that demonstrates skill in environment, character, creature, vehicle, weapon, and prop concept development Portfolio Pluses - User Interface concepts - Graphic icons - Graphic design examples Benefits - The estimated base pay range for this role is: $65/hr. - $79.20/hr. Company Description Obsidian Entertainment is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Please, no phone calls or drop-ins. We only accept electronic applications.

2D Senior Compositor - Expression of Interest This posting is an opportunity to submit your resume for future consideration; this is not a role that is open at this time. We anticipate this role may be open in the future, but we are not actively hiring for the position. If you would like to be considered for this potential role, please submit your resume. If the role becomes available, you may receive an email or call from a recruiter. This position is based in Vancouver. All applicants MUST reside in British Columbia, Canada. About Zoic Zoic Studios is a Visual Effects company that specializes in high end visual effects for television, film, and advertising. Our mantra is Visual Evolution - we focus on every part of the process, from the final picture to the pipeline used to create them. Are you looking for your next creative and technical challenge? Come join our team! Why Join Zoic? - We are an Artist owned and operated VFX studio. - We love what we do and always stay curious about new technology and techniques. - We respect work/life balance in a hectic industry. - We work with a team from all walks of life and backgrounds. Position Overview Our Vancouver, BC location is interested in hearing from VFX Coordinators for future openings. The Nuke compositors will have strong shot finishing skills for a variety of episodic streaming projects across different services. The ideal candidate will be highly skilled using Nuke within a production pipeline with strong CG integration capabilities. Must be able to collaborate well within a small team and be comfortable in a fast-paced environment. Compositors will take direction from the VFX and Compositing Supervisors. Responsibilities: - Integrate multiple layers and/or elements into live action shots. - Perform all tasks associated with the compositing process, including 2D tracking, matte extraction, 2.5D camera projection, layering of elements, Nuke 3D workflow and color grading on moderately difficult to difficult shots. - Maintain the overall look, quality and color balance for all assigned shots and/or sequences. - Maintain clean and efficient script organization. - Work within the pipeline of the show/company. - Ability to work collaboratively with supervisors and other artists from other disciplines. - Strong knowledge of Nuke Compositing and experience with medium and large scale productions a plus. - Eye for color and composition. - Ability to take artistic direction and not afraid to ask questions or gain clarity. - Address internal/external notes from supervisors and clients. - Work with Production to ensure internal and external deadlines and deliveries are met within assigned hours. - Attend dailies and other meetings as required. Qualifications: - Proficient in Nuke - Knowledge of projection, 2.5D camera projection, matte painting integration, CG integration, Nuke 3D workflow, EXR integration, rig removal - Knowledge and experience in 3D multi-pass rendering techniques and color space concepts - Working knowledge of Maya, Houdini and/or Unreal a plus - Expert eye for color and composition - Ability to take artistic direction and take shots to final. - Works well with tight deadlines - Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English) - Highly organized - Problem solving capabilities with a “solution-driven” attitude. - Strong attention to detail and follow through. - Experience in fast-paced environment - Past experience mentoring junior artists. Bonus points - Python/scripting experience. - Familiarity using Shotgun/Shotgrid. Additional information - British Columbia Senior Employees Pay Range: $50 - $65 (The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position) - Candidates MUST be located in British Columbia, Canada. At the moment this is a remote (work from home) position with the option of working within our studio. - Zoic does not cover relocation costs. - All remote positions require the candidate to have a reliable internet connection via ethernet and work on Pacific Standard Time. - This job description contains the basic requirements for the position and is NOT intended to be a complete list of responsibilities; other duties may be assigned. - Due to the sheer volume of applications, we receive, we regret that only those selected to interview will be contacted.