It's been more than 10 months since Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) Trailer 1 was released. Since then, there hasn't been any new official information about GTA 6. However, you can find leaks and speculation, which may or may not be true. GTA fans are eagerly waiting for any news regarding GTA 6. Even in Take-Two Interactive's earnings call, there was no mention of GTA 6. They didn't talk about it, but they did disclose that GTA 5 is introducing User-Generated Content (UGC). Beyond that, no significant news has been revealed.

Recently, Rockstar Games opened an unusual job position for people who are professional photographers or capture artists. This job posting has blown up on the internet, with people on forums like Reddit and social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) discussing and debating the job. It’s not a remote position that people can do from home or anywhere; it's a job that requires employees to work at Rockstar Dundee office to capture the best gameplay and environmental scenes from games like GTA 5 and GTA 6. The main goal of this position is to create marketing material for Rockstar Games’ upcoming release, Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6). It’s an intriguing job where people will capture gameplay and screenshots using a detachable camera view (First Person View) FPV mode.

What exactly does a Screenshot Capture Artist do?

Essentially, the person in charge of this role captures gameplay footage for marketing purposes and campaigns. It's a creative job, not a technical coding role. It's similar to being a virtual digital street photographer, meaning the artist must be able to capture candid moments and the lifestyle of the game and its NPCs, matching the vibe of the project. The focus is on capturing the best in-game moments to help market the game, making it a next-level project for GTA 6 marketing tools. The role involves creating stylized images within the game engines that reflect the project's vibe. With a detachable camera, employees can capture the most captivating moments in the game, using technologies like debug features in a game under development.

Job Requirements

-Photography experience, particularly in digital street photography.

-A portfolio with a strong visual aesthetic demonstrating the ability to work with both real and virtual cameras.

Conclusion

This is an interesting and unconventional job that many people may not be prepared for. It's almost unimaginable, as what was once just a niche interest has become a crucial marketing tool thanks to Rockstar Games innovative approach. This role could be a game-changer for photographers, as they can now apply their skills in a virtual setting from a massive office without the stress of finding the perfect candid shot in the real world.