EDIT: Made links clickable.
A series of job board postings all but confirms that there will be a new Gears of War title in the near future.
We all knew that when Microsoft bought the Gears of War franchise from Epic Games that we would see some exciting titles, and although Gears of War UE and 4 have received mixed reception from the hardcore fan base we are all excited about the possibility of a new game that will satisfy the many fans of the game all over the world.
Lets take a look at the job postings.
The storyboard artist posting. Is clear that if you are hiring a new storyboard artist you are going to be seriously investing in creating at least an edited story addition to the game. The
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=928830
Its clear also that the job postings when referring to “(unannouced project)” is likely going to be a new title in the Gears of War franchise. Why? Just take a look at the job posting in detail.
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=934090
when you look through the essetinal skills and experience of these postings, they want you to have experience on a AAA title. Basically Splash Damage or The Coalition are announcing a big title soon.
Essential Skills and Experience
– At least 2 years of industry experience and 1 shipped AAA current gen or last gen (PS3 / Xbox 360) console or PC title that featured a multiplayer component, worked on from beginning to end
– Experience in creating first or third person shooters
– Experience of prototyping gameplay mechanics using UE4, Source, or similar
– Experience with source-control applications (SVN, Perforce, AlienBrain, etc.)
Preferred Skills and Experience
– UE4 Blueprints / UE3 UnrealScript
– Experience with 3DSMax, Maya, or other professional 3D modelling software
If you are in doubt at this point about this just being general recruitment for the Gears of War game franchise. Then why would they be recruiting so many people in so many positions and mentioning experience on delivering AAA titles?
List of all jobs available. We have included the Unannounced Project also, as this is what we believe to be the same title.
UX & UI
Lead UI Designer (Gears of War Franchise)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=911581
UI Designer (Unannounced Project)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=943635
STUDIO
Executive Producer (Gears of War Franchise)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=943821
PROGRAMMING
Executive Producer (Gears of War Franchise)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=943821
Gameplay/Online Programmer (Gears of War Franchise)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=922109
Gameplay Programmer (Gears of War Franchise)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=911306
Graphics Programmer (Gears of War Franchise)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=921860
Lead Audio Programmer (Unannounced Project)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=937709
Lead OS Engineer (Unannounced Project)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=934151
OS Engineer (Unannounced Project)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=934141
Senior Gameplay Programmer (Unannounced Project)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=936648
Senior Game Programmer (Gears of War Franchise)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=922096
PRODUCTION
Development Outsource Manager (Unannounced Project)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=934071
Producer (Gears of War Franchise)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=931946
Producer (Unannounced Project)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=934041
Production Tester (Gears of War Franchise)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=911273
Senior Producer (Unannounced Project)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=936551
INTERNSHIP
VFX Art Intern (Gears of War Franchise)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=932144
ART
Technical Artist (Unannounced Project)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=943402
Technical Animator (Gears of War Franchise)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=920434
ยท Rigging/skinning a varied selection of humanoid characters as well as creatures, vehicles and props.
Storyboard Artist (Gears of War Franchise)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=928830
Senior VFX Artist (Unannounced Project)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=937726
Senior Technical Artist (Gears of War Franchise)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=931907
Senior Environment Artist (Gears of War Franchise)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=931997
Senior Concept Artist (Gears of War Franchise)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=932016
Lighting Artist (Gears of War Franchise)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=911641
Lead Environment Artist (Unannounced Project)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=934098
Lead Character Artist (Unannounced Project)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=934097
Environment Artist (Gears of War Franchise)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=920373
Concept Artist (Unannounced Project)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=780643
this important job on a secretive title ticks all the boxes of being a Gears of War project when reading the Essential Skills and Responsibilities.
Cinematic Lead (Gears of War Franchise)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=887753
Character Artist (Unannounced Project)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=780658
Associate Art Director (Gears of War Franchise)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=911587
Art Outsource Manager (Unannounced Project)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=934134
Art Director (Unannounced Project)
http://www.splashdamage.com/content/job-details?gh_jid=934127
