We are on the lookout for passionate intern bees!

We are VERTEXBEE - a creative studio focused on creating high-end art for video games and we invite you to join our Internship program. Our goal is to support individuals from diverse backgrounds, providing real-world work experience and mentorship. We have an open, collaborative and respectful employee culture, where we take care of each other and learn together to be better every day.

Under the guidance of senior creatives, participants in the program will have the opportunity to apply their skills and talents while gaining a comprehensive understanding of the production pipeline. Throughout the internship, all candidates will work on real clients’ projects as well as take part in original internal projects. If you've recently graduated from university, looking for your first real job or seeking to spend time immersed in creative pursuits, this could be for you.

Internship placement can last between three or six months (dates and periods will be discussed individually with the potential candidates) and requires an in-person presence in our Sofia downtown studio (relocation is required).

SUMMER placement is starting in June.

FALL placement is starting in September.

YOU ARE A GREAT FIT IF YOU ARE

• A lover of games.
• Self-motivated and able to take responsibility.
• Legally able to work in the country.
• Ready to move to Sofia for a season.
• Have excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Able to demonstrate initiative and a proactive approach to daily tasks.
• Have a positive Can-Do attitude toward clients and team members.

3D ANIMATOR

Will bring characters and creatures to life, crafting believable motion and performance across a range of styles and gameplay needs.

• Able to animate character performance and cycles (walk, run, idle).
• Solid understanding of timing, spacing, and body mechanics.
• Maya (knowledge of other 3D software is a plus).
• Excited about collaborating with other artists, improving craft, and learning new techniques and applicable technology.
• Bonus points:
- Familiarity with rigging is a plus.
- Previous internship or working experience is a plus.

3D MODELER

Will play a crucial role in developing assets and building worlds, encompassing everything from architectural structures to props, foliage, and level dressing.

• Able to model, digital sculpt, texture paint, light and render.
• Zbrush, 3ds Max or Maya (knowledge of other 3D software is a plus).
• Work examples that demonstrate the ability to create 3D assets that closely follow and resemble 2D designs.
• Excited about collaborating with other artists, improving visual skills, and learning new techniques and applicable technology.
• Bonus points:
- Familiarity with Unreal or Unity is a plus.
- Previous internship or working experience is a plus.

ART PRODUCER

Will work closely with THE production department immersing yourself in every facet of creative production, from pre-production planning to post-production refinement. Key responsibilities include supporting the coordination of various aspects of production.

• Strong organizational, time management, communication skills.
• Adaptability to fast-paced production schedules.
• Familiarity with project management tools and industry-specific terminology and standards.
• Bonus points:
- Experience as a 3d artist or understanding 3d pipeline is a plus.
- Basic knowledge of video and/or audio editing is a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Work on AAA games: we make big games with small teams - you will play a full and active role within a team of passionate creatives.
• Grow your skills: we invest in our talent development program - you will receive mentoring and access to courses at our own training center Cgzen Academy. Grow as an artist, manager or leader!
• Flexibility: work your way with access to progressive working patterns including hybrid and fully remote.

Marketing Designer

Will create engaging visuals that bring our brand and projects to life across social media and client-facing materials.

• Able to design marketing assets for web and print.
• Create captivating presentations of portfolio projects and client-facing decks.
• Work examples that demonstrate strong visual design, layout, and typography.
• Bonus points:
- Motion design experience is a plus
- Previous internship or working experience as a graphic designer is a plus.

2D ARTIST

Will be responsible for creating 2D assets for games, uplift 3D pre-rendered assets through overpainting, as well as creating concepts for characters and environments.

• Fluency in Photoshop and Adobe CC suite of products.
• Develop 2D assets, including characters, environment designs, props, etc.
• Solid art foundation and understanding of color and light.
• Bonus points:
- Experience with 2D animation in Unity or Spine is a plus.
- Previous internship or working experience is a plus.

How to Apply