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Getting my role at Jagex came at a convenient time. I was just about to finish the module part of my masters degree in game art when I decided to see what jobs were out there. Before then I worked in the QA department of another game studio in the North East and previous to that I studied a BA in Computer Game Design.
I had a friend who I studied with on my undergraduate course who was already working here. When I was looking for work I contacted all the people I knew from uni that were in the industry. Contacts and networking is very important and the more people you know in the industry, the better chance of getting a job. Luckily there was a role going at the time and after a successful interview and trial I was hired.
Over the past 4 years I have worked my way up from junior 3D artist to senior 3D character artist. As a senior character artist I am responsible for creating characters for RuneScape and also overseeing new projects and quests as well as mentoring junior artists.
I have also been involved in the recruitment process and attending careers fairs.
My usual day will consist of getting new pieces of concept art to work from, creating a 3D model, colouring and texturing the model and then setting it up to be animated (with a couple of games of pool or console games in the games room during lunch ;)). I will also occasionally have to be part of quest/project meetings to discuss the art assets required for new quests/projects.
Other than the fact that I get to do what I love day in and day out and get paid for it? It is definitely a fun studio to work for who value their employees. I work with many talented individuals who are passionate about what they do and we also get looked after very well.
Free gym membership, healthcare (came in handy when I severed the tendon in my thumb....ouch!), fruit baskets, free bike repair. They are all very good perks but I'd say the best is definitely the jollies. We have had some awesome parties here at Jagex whether it be for Christmas, launch of a project or just because it's the summer!
There are many good memories - from the Christmas parties to creating some truly great work for the Clan Citadels project. But probably my favourite memory was when I found out we were hiring Pascal Blanche as the new art director for RuneScape. Oh actually scrap that......it was probably when I got my first bonus.
It's got to be the people, the fun times and the relaxed atmosphere.
Portfolio and practice. Having a competitive portfolio is probably the most important aspect. There are plenty of amazing artists out there who will be your competition - find the best portfolios and aim to be as good or better than them.
It also helps if you have an interest in games and specifically game art. The more places you can learn from and draw interest from the better an artist you will become.


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Cerebral_DownTime wrote:And I do apologize for jumping on you like that. I'm trying to cut back on cigarettes again, and it's not going well.
Not a problem. I didn't take it personally, especially because I knew you misunderstood me.
Good luck with cutting back. I can't imagine how hard that is, but it's definitely better for you to smoke less.


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Basic Mixed Breed Information
- Lifespan: 10 - 15 years
- Height: 8 - 28 inches
- Weight: 10 - 120 pounds
Mixed Breed Traits
- Jogging Partner
- Lap Dog
- Good with Children
- Warm Weather
- Cold Weather
- Grooming Requirements
- Shedding
- Barking
- Ease of Training
Mixed Breed History
- Mixed breeds can be divided into cross-breeds, which are the product of two pure breeds; mutts, which are the product of many breeds over generations; or indigenous dogs, which are not properly mixed breeds, but are dogs that have no purebred ancestors.
- Indigenous dogs include native strains that have never been subject to human selection.
- Almost all current pure breeds are derived from indigenous dogs initially, and then from subsequent mixes.
- Throughout the history of the world, various types of mixed breeds have fulfilled the roles of hunter, guardian, herder, draft animal and companion. Only in the mid 1800s did the fashion for pure breeds begin, and even then, mixes remained the dog of choice for most people.
- Early American settlers brought their mixed breed dogs with them when they moved westward, and early Native Americans had indigenous dogs.
- In the mid 1900s, more families were able to afford purebred dogs, which were a status symbol of sorts. By the late 1900s, owning a mixed breed, especially of shelter origin, became more in vogue.
- Several mixed breeds have been celebrities, including Benji, the movie star.
- More recently, hybrid dogs, also called designer dogs, have become popular. These dogs are purposely bred crosses between two pure breeds.
- Mixed breeds continue to be the most popular dog in the world.
- Some companies now claim they can determine what breeds are behind a cross-bred or mutt by means of DNA testing using a cheek swab or blood sample.
Mixed Breed Behavior Concerns
- Indigenous dogs tend to be independent and clever. They are often a challenge to live with.
- The behavior of cross-breds and mutts depends on what breeds are behind them.
- Those with hound or terrier breeds tend to be more independent.
- Those with retriever or herding breeds tend to be more obedient.
- Those with terrier breeds tend to be feistier around other dogs.
- Like most breeds, they do best with reward-based training involving food.
Mixed Breed Suggested Exercises
- Indigenous dogs tend to need a lot of exercise.
- The exercise needs of cross-breds and mutts depends on what breeds are behind them and how large and athletic they are.
- Those with sporting or terrier breeds tend to be most active.
- Those with sighthound, flock guarding or giant breeds tend to be less active.
- Although the physical exercise needs of many small dogs can be met with backyard games, they also need to walk and explore outside the home.
- Small, lean, short-haired dogs tend to become chilled easily.
- Large, round, thick-coated, short-muzzled dogs tend to become overheated easily.
Mixed Breed Grooming
- All dogs should be brushed at least once a week, with long hair requiring more frequent brushing.
- Dogs with hair that grows continuously tend not to have defined shedding periods. As a result, they shed less than other breeds, but also usually require more grooming or even clipping.
- Dogs with long hair around the eyes should be checked regularly for eye irritations.
- Dogs with long hair around the anus must be checked regularly for hygiene issues.
Suggested Mixed Breed Nutritional Needs
- Most dogs love to eat, and obesity is one of the most common problems seen among both mixed and pure breeds.
- Adult dogs should be fed a balanced diet, with restricted calories if the dog starts to gain too much weight.
- Tiny puppies that will likely be toy-sized as adults should be fed often to prevent hypoglycemia, a serious condition to which very small puppies are prone. Meals of high protein, fat, and complex carbohydrates may also help guard against this condition.
- Puppies that will likely be large or giant-sized as adults should be fed a large-breed growth food, which slows their growing rate but not final size. This may decrease the incidence or severity of hip dysplasia in adults.
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- Grapes and raisins are harmful to dogs.
- Some dog parasites are transferable to humans.
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Don't Wait for Obamacare Changes to Kick In
NEW YORK ( TheStreet) -- Whether you have health insurance or not, standing still and waiting for 2014 and the full implementation of health care reform could be a big mistake.
Health insurance industry professionals say that millions of Americans will likely "hold off" on making big decisions on their own health insurance needs, but that could lead to missed opportunities.
Carrie McLean, a licensed agent at EHealthinsurance.com, a Mountain View, Calif.-based online health insurance provider, offers tips for insured and non-insured consumers alike before health care reform rolls in at full capacity next year:
If you don't have insurance:
Remember the changes are not retroactive. McLean points out that if you turn ill or are injured, there is no waiting until 2014 for Uncle Sam to pay any of your 2013 medical bills. "Even in 2014 when your application for insurance cannot be declined for any reason, you won't be able to apply for a plan in the emergency room and expect to have that E.R. visit covered," she says.
Get at least some insurance. McLean says a single visit to the hospital emergency room can cost more than $10,000 -- thus the need for some health insurance for the otherwise uninsured. If not, you're taking a "huge financial risk," she says.
You can still get pre-existing health insurance. Contrary to popular opinion, uninsured health care consumers can get pre-existing condition health insurance for as low as $200 for a typical middle-aged adult. "Shop around online and see what's available," McLean says. "If you can't qualify because of a pre-existing condition, know that Obamacare created Pre-existing Condition Insurance Plans for people like you. And you can shop for those online as well."
Go for short-term insurance. Health insurance plans actually can have a short shelf life -- even as short as one year. That can build you a bridge in to 2014 and full implementation. Even better news: You can get short-term insurance for as low as $67 per month or accident insurance for as low as $19 per month, McLean says.
Get "telemedicine" insurance. The non-insured can get access to a doctor or a nurse either online or over the telephone for as little as $19 per month. It's called "telemedicine" insurance, and it's widely available.
If you do have insurance:
Review your plan. Under Obamacare, U.S. firms with fewer than 50 staffers don't have to provide health insurance to employees. Even larger companies can avoid offering health care insurance by paying a $3,000 per-employee fine, McLean notes. "Consumers should be aware that they could lose insurance from an employer if they have it, or that their employer could switch to a 'defined contribution' model next year, wherein they get a flat dollar amount from their employer -- say $5,000 -- to buy their own health insurance," she adds.