burvantill burvantill
31 Dec 2020, 02:21

I was approached by email today by an HR person claiming to work for Simutronics Corp. (Game company). Below is the body of the email.
It sounded like an amazing offer! Too good to be true? Yes. After spending the last 2 hours chatting with someone "interviewing me" I am currently now being PHISHED for bank account information so that they can "send me a direct deposit" so that I can buy the equipment I need. I can't believe I fell for this. I am just happy that I didn't give them anything personal.
My first red flag was that the two people that were interviewing me kept copying and pasting answers that were directly from the email. Second, was the lack of good grammer.
I feel like a fool, but hopefully if any of my art friends here get this you will be forewarned. They claimed to have found me through Artstation. My Artstation site, does NOT look like anything a game designer would want.
As I am writing this post, I asked if they could excuse me for a minute. They have cancelled the chat. EF WORD!
Be careful out there people, ass-holes abound!

"Simutronics Corp.

2D/3D Artist
USA, Fully Remote (Work from Anywhere).
Pay: $63 per hour.
Company Description:

Simutronics is one of the longest-running independent game development studios in North America. A leader in the business of massively multiplayer games, with persistent worlds that have been played for over 20 years, Simutronics has also created critically acclaimed mobile titles. The company is based in St. Louis, Missouri.

Job Description:

Simutronics is seeking a passionately motivated and experienced 2D/3D Artist to join our team. You will use your art skills, which include the effective use of color, form, light, and composition, for the visual design of our games.

Duties May Include:

  • Draw and may sculpt 2D and 3D digital models to design requirements.
  • Creates illustrations, character concepts, environments, and backgrounds in collaboration with the Game Designer.
  • Create in-game 2D assets, following the art style and technical constraints.
  • Create art in a wide range of styles from realistic to cartoon, from start concept to implementation in the game.
  • Interpret concept art, understand art direction and work within the overall game style.
  • Create beautiful characters, buildings, and environments, from start to finish.
  • Provide accurate time estimates for tasks and meet production deadlines.

Experience and Qualifications:

  • Motivated and passionate about video games.
  • Open-minded,Organized and efficient.
  • Independent and versatile.
  • Expert knowledge of Photoshop.
  • Keen eye on detail and skills in 2D animation is a plus.
  • Thorough and organized, able to work with ambitious goals and to see a project through to its end within given deadlines.

Simutronics Corp Benefits includes:

  • Unlimited Paid Time Off.
  • Employee discount.
  • Health insurance.
  • Dental and vision insurance coverage.
  • Wellness program.
  • Flexible Schedule.

How To Apply for this position at Simutronics Corp:

For Immediate consideration please follow the steps below to apply ASAP and People with little or no experience can also apply as we will be doing some online training.

We came through a copy of your portfolio on Artstation and we would like to have an online interview/orientation with you through our Google Hangout Account for the job, you can download Google Hangout on your smartphone App store/ Android or Computer, then register with your phone number and message Brian Lavalle the HR Team Manager on Google Hangout through his username (@simutronicsartist@gmail.com) to get started.

Lovren Thomas,
Human Resource Department,
Simutronics Corp."