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Company: Paradox Cat GmbH Location: Bucharest, Bucharest, Romania Type: Freelance | Contract Pay: Not specified Apply: https://job-boards.eu.greenhouse.io/paradoxcatgmbh/jobs/4712488101?gh_src=69dn8fa2teu About the job: - Paradox Cat GmbH is a software partner specializing in real-time graphics and Human-Machine Interaction (HMI) solutions for premium automotive manufacturers. - The company works on graphical interface development for in-car displays and infotainment, as well as emerging technology proof-of-concepts. Responsibilities: - Develop optimized 3D assets, textures, and materials for real-time rendering. - Remesh 3D objects and efficiently create LODs, manually and with tools. - Maintain clean and structured scenes with correct version control and naming. - Stage vehicles and objects with realistic lighting and environment maps. - Collaborate with developers and designers to ensure seamless integration. Qualifications: - Passion for shaping premium automotive experiences. - Degree in Media, Computer Science, or equivalent. - Experience in Automotive HMI, game development, or a similar field. - Proficiency with 3D tools such as Blender, Maya, or 3ds Max, and 2D tools like Adobe Photoshop. - Knowledge of engines/editors (Unity, Unreal, Qt 3D, Kanzi). - Independent, structured working style and strong communication. - Fluent English; German is a plus. Nice to have: - Experience with optimization tools such as Pixyz or InstaLOD. - Scripting skills (Lua, Python, JavaScript). - Familiarity with agile methodologies like Scrum. Benefits: - Work with top technical professionals in an agile, self-organized way. - Exciting HMI project environment with room for personal and professional growth. - Flexible working time model including home office. - Regular team and company events. Paradox Cat GmbH specializes in real-time graphics and AI-driven HMI software development for automotive systems, focusing on future mobility and advanced interfaces.

Register: https://www.giraffest.ca/ Deadline: 1 August 2026 Results Announcement Expected: 1 November 2026 Quickdraw Animation Society (QAS) is accepting submissions to the 22nd GIRAF International Festival of Independent Animation. The organizers are looking for animation submissions, in all styles, genres, lengths, and mediums, to present to their audience in Calgary, Canada. Selected films for 2026 will be presented during GIRAF 22 and the best International and Canadian short film will be awarded. The annual Giant Incandescent Resonating Animation Festival (GIRAF) presents independent animation that pushes boundaries through the use of new techniques, unique visions, and stimulating subject matter. Submitted films can be abstract or narrative, hand-drawn or computer-generated, student films or well-established professionals, or somewhere in between — excluding commercial work! There are definitely commercials, trailers, mo-graph pieces etc that we love, but commercials, explainers, festival stingers and those sorts of things fall outside Quickdraw Animation Society’s mandate. The festival is also aimed at an adult audience, so children’s films aren’t the right fit. Music videos are admittedly a bit of a grey area; we don’t book them very often but have made exceptions in the past. GIRAF is an annual animation festival that runs each November at the Globe Cinema in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Incorporated in 1984, the Quickdraw Animation Society (QAS) serves as a fulcrum for independent artists and the larger community with progressive artistic and community-based initiatives. No Entry Fee! It's free to enter.

Register: https://artelagunaprize.com/21-edition/ Deadline: 30 June 2026 Results Announcement Expected: Autumn 2026 Arte Laguna Prize opens the call for international artists and designer for its 21st edition. Contemporary artists from all disciplines are invited to apply and gain the chance to exhibit in Venice, win 10,000 Euro, participate in the Special Prizes and gain global visibility. Arte Laguna Prize is the Venice-based International Contemporary Art Competition that welcomes and exhibits emerging artists of all ages, countries, genres and artistic backgrounds, and is free-themed. With two decades of experience, the competition offers numerous opportunities for participants to expand their contacts, gain global visibility and access crucial resources for career development. In the jury, as for each edition, prominent figures from the current art scene will select the 120 finalist artists who will compete for the 10,000 Euro prize, and who will have the opportunity to exhibit their works in the iconic 3,000-square-meter area of the Arsenale Nord in Venice. The 2026 competition is open for entries in the following artistic disciplines: - Painting - Sculpture and Installation - Photographic Art - Video Art and Short Films - Performance and Acting (Stage and Video) - Virtual and Digital Art - Digital Graphics and Cartoon - Environmental/Land Art - Urban Art and Street Art - Art Design Participants have the additional opportunity to access Special Prizes created in collaboration with international partners: - Artistic residencies - Collaborations with companies - Collaborations with art galleries - Participation in art festivals and group exhibitions To enter the competition, it is necessary to log in to the Arte Laguna World portal, create the reserved area, fill out the profile and pay the entry fee. For more information and the full announcement please visit the official website. Arte Laguna Prize 2026 – Entry Fees

Enter: https://lumenprize.org/about-the-prize Legacy Futures Award - $5,000 For works that sit at the intersection of reflection and anticipation—engaging past, present, and future in ways that examine our relationship to technology, culture, and time. This category is defined not by medium, but by how a work engages with time, memory, and future possibility. Systems & Structures Award - $5,000 For works that examine, construct, or critically engage with systems, including cultural, ecological, technological, and social systems. These may be expressed through code, data, networks, biological or environmental processes, institutional frameworks, or social structures, and may address issues such as misinformation, machine vision, or human–machine relations. Experiential Innovation Award - $5,000 For works that prioritize experience, whether subtle or immersive, engaging audiences through participation, presence, sensation, or environment, including live coding, performance, interactive installations, experiential VR/AR, and cross-modal practices across physical, digital, or hybrid forms. This category focuses on how a work is encountered or activated, rather than the specific technologies or formats used. Any artist whose work evokes presence, engagement, or interaction is eligible. Each year the Jury also selects one Gold Award Winner, who achieves the highest score across all categories. In 2026, the Gold Award Winner will be awarded $15,000. The Lumen Prize upholds a rigorous, two-stage judging process. An esteemed International Selectors Committee meticulously curates a longlist of exceptional artworks, identifying them as finalists. These finalists are then critically evaluated by a distinguished Jury Panel comprising influential figures in art, technology, and culture. Ultimately, the Jury Panel selects the winners, including the prestigious Lumen Prize Gold Award, celebrating groundbreaking artworks fusing creativity and innovation.