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At Avalanche Studios Group, we are looking for a Senior Game Designer - Engagement Team to join our team to work on our upcoming AAA title Contraband - a co-op smuggler's paradise game set in the fictional world of 1970s Bayan.

Contraband is a brand-new IP published by Xbox Game Studios. Avalanche Studios is the division dedicated to ambitious, externally published, AAA open-world games like the Just Cause series, Mad Max and Rage 2.

The Position

As a Senior Game Designer, you will be asked to take on a variety of implementation and feature design challenges to help bring great gameplay and live experiences to players, such as :

• Experience of the entire product life cycle from concepting and prototypes all the way to driving results across frequent post launch live experience
• Will be accountable with creating and deploying successful gameplay and systems to drive enhanced player acquisition, retention and monetization strategies.
• Data-driven design prowess to influence live game systems and economie
• Author, development and unify live game design across all team
• Work with Product Owner and Product Live director to evolve existing designs to increase KPIs (eg. Retention goals, Monetization conversion rates).
• Collaborating with coworkers and other teams (design, art, animation, programming, etc.) to align on expectations and execution
• Identify trends and evaluate the suitability to our current games.
• Playing the game and becoming an authority on how the game play

To thrive in the Game Design department, a successful candidate needs to be willing and have the ability to learn new tools and workflows.

You can motivate both yourself and others, you are articulate, have strong conceptual skills and the ability to communicate ideas visually and verbally.

You need to have a passion for games and an ability to articulate that passion clearly and analytically.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a game design role with at least 2 years in live operation
• Proven ability to contribute to releasable gameplay in a production environment
• Proven ability to iterate and change gameplay based on feedback
• Proven ability to create viable design solutions on paper
• Experience prototyping as well as production

Expectations on a Designer at Avalanche

• Seeking and achieving alignment with conflicting requirements and opinions.
• A drive to improve workflows, knowledge sharing and community
• A diligent gamer
• Vast and up to date knowledge of released games - able to draw reference

Employee promise

We provide goals, instead of instructions, and the opportunity to do the best work of your career.

Our Values

At Avalanche Studios Group, we believe in worlds beyond limits, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive workplace.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Everyone at Avalanche Studios Group has a shared responsibility to create an open and inclusive work environment where everyone is treated equally and with respect.

Being part of our world is not contingent on where you're from, your gender, or sexual orientation. It's all about your passion and creativity.

How to Apply

We will only consider candidates who have submitted their CV and who can work from the office in New York a few days a week.

We offer our full-time employees 100% company-paid Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance and 5 weeks of PTO including 2 weeks of Summer break.

Employees enjoy the company's commitment to work-life balance and working with a talented team on an exciting AAA game.

Salary band : $106 800 - $140 000

To apply for this position please register below. Apply as soon as possible as we review applications on a rolling basis.

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences.

A career at Rockstar Games is about being part of a team working on some of the most creatively rewarding and ambitious projects to be found in any entertainment medium.

You would be welcomed to a dedicated and inclusive environment where you can learn, and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry.

Rockstar Games is seeking an experienced and talented Senior Graphic Designer to be based in our NYC headquarters. The ideal candidate will have a stellar portfolio that shows extensive experience working with interesting, contemporary, design led brands.

Working closely with the marketing team, the senior designer will deliver dynamic, thoughtful, and innovative content and will collaborate with multiple teams across projects to deliver cohesive holistic creative solutions.

We take great pride in our iconic brand and IPs, and our work reflects the high visual and experience standards set throughout the company.

WHAT WE DO

• The marketing creative team works closely with our publishing department to deliver engaging, creative solutions to support some of the biggest innovative entertainment franchises in the world.
• The creative team is responsible for a wide range of mediums, including print, physical, experiential and digital. Projects will often include, key art design, merchandise, 360 advertising campaigns, digital and everything in between.
• We support our employees with a culture of career development, safety, and inclusion.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work collaboratively with a team of in-house designers, illustrators, and animators to develop creative materials from concept to final artwork.
• Ensure high-quality design concepts and execute creative materials as required.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to effectively manage our creative projects and enhance department productivity.
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously to realize the organization's creative marketing goals.
• Deliver all phases of production from concept to completion mockups, hi-fidelity comps, production-ready assets and guidelines for usage).

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5-10 years Graphic Design experience with a strong track record for developing striking visual identities and key art for a variety of industries and brands.
• Mastery of Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and typography.
• A passion for conceptual ideation and design execution.
• Knowledge and understanding of digital, print and production processes.
• A strong interest and passion for art, design, games, music, film, and contemporary culture in general is essential.
• Desire and ability to provide mentorship and constructive feedback to other designers.

SKILLS

• Highly conceptual, with the ability to communicate ideas clearly and effectively.
• Ability to be proactive, to identify new creative ways to help support the brand and the games.
• Keen eye for detail.
• Ability to work autonomously as well as a part of a larger team.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects at the same time.

PLUSES

Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

• 3D skills are a plus, but not essential.
• Knowledge of visual digital spaces, UI / UX, and how to leverage social media platforms.
• The ideal candidate will have previously worked with entertainment properties or appropriate lifestyle brands.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a resume and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to hiring, promoting, and compensating employees based on their qualifications and demonstrated ability to perform job responsibilities.

If you've got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, or race.

The pay range for this position in New York City at the start of employment is expected to be between the range below* per year.

However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations.

Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and / or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and / or other benefits.

Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department / team performance, and market factors.

NYC Pay Range

$102,100-$143,000 USD

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Job Description :

Activision Blizzard is scaling its advertising business, Activision Blizzard Media (ABM), an embedded business unit of King - the makers of the #1 mobile game Candy Crush Saga and wholly- owned subsidiary of Activision Blizzard.

Our growing Advertising division is expanding rapidly across the globe and It's a great opportunity to have an impact on the business.

As an Executive Assistant at Activision Blizzard Media, you'll work in a dynamic and fast paced environment where no two days are the same.

You'll provide a specialist support service to Executives and Key Leaders working and interacting with their team. Your role is not just to provide support, but finding ways to go above the standard tasks expected of an Executive Assistant.

Key Responsibilities

Provide Executive Assistant support to 4 leaders in ABM (General Manager + VPs) in our San Francisco office. This is a high- profile assignment and demands an incredible EA that will embrace our values and ideals.

Core responsibilities

• Understand various leaders' needs & priorities to ensure daily operations run smoothly
• Review correspondence and arrange meetings, locally and across multiple time zones for key leaders, as well as for key team / cross- functional meetings and do so with tremendous attention to detail.

Duties include : scheduling and monitoring complex meetings, managing conflicts, and proactively reviewing calendars to anticipate conflicts and coordinate rescheduling.

Note that this may involve being online early Pacific Time to given meeting schedules of leaders and to maximize overlap with European- based teams

• Manage domestic and international travel arrangements, with good knowledge of visa requirements
• Act, prepare, draft and / or respond to correspondence on behalf of key leaders
• Collaborate with other Executive Assistants to coordinate schedules and meetings with company executives at King and Activision Blizzard
• Design and implement efficient office procedures, coordinating with other EAs and office managers as necessary
• Plan team meetings and events; explore and select appropriate venues, review contracts for accuracy, negotiate fair cost, select food and beverage, manage audio / visual needs, maintain relationship with venue staff & vendors
• Handle all communications with confidentiality and accuracy, ensuring that messages are redirected appropriately and communications are tracked accordingly.
• Administer the processing of expense reports using Concur
• Provide an excellent level of customer service at all times demonstrating a positive image of Activision Blizzard Media;

maintain an amazing level of professionalism acting with tact and confidentiality where appropriate

• Research, recommend, own and implement courses of action on challenging administrative matters
• Anticipate key issues prior to becoming urgent, leading to resolution. Respond to requests for information and support specific areas of work
• Adopt a highly organized approach to multitasking in order to organize and schedule people, rooms, travel and other resources to support the business / leaders

Skills to create thrills

We are looking for someone who can identify with our values and is excited by the varied challenges this role can bring you.

In addition, we 're after someone with :

• Proven experience within a similar role
• Experience of handling multiple demands and successfully prioritizing work
• Strong communicator with the ability to easily connect with people both in person and virtually
• Friendly, outgoing, professional and polite
• Superbly organized and dedicated with excellent co- ordination and prioritization skills
• Able to work autonomously, with minimal direction and take initiative
• Collaborative, great teammate, ability to form good relationships with colleagues (internally & externally)
• Excellent digital literacy (Word, Power point, Excel, Outlook, Internet etc)
• A flexible approach to work in order to meet the demands of the role and the business

We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications?

Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under- represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here.

Thank you for your interest.

About King

King is a leading interactive entertainment company for the mobile world, with people all around the world playing one or more of our games, including franchises such as Candy Crush, Farm Heroes, Pet Rescue and Bubble Witch.

We have 249 million monthly active users as of fourth quarter 2019 across web, social and mobile platforms. King was acquired by Activision Blizzard Inc.

Nasdaq ATVI) in February 2016 and operates as an independent unit of the company.

A Great Saga Needs All Sorts of Heroes

Making games is fun. Especially when you do it with people who share the same idea of what makes a good workplace great.

We design games for everyone, no matter where they are or who they are, and we employ all sorts of people from all kinds of backgrounds to bring them to life.

Truth is, we simply cannot expect diversity in our players and originality in our games without first nurturing it in our people.

A great saga needs all sorts of heroes.

Making the World Playful

Making the World Playful is what inspires us to create new experiences and raise the bar. It's what makes King a place where we can all dream bigger, continue to add innovation to our games, broadening the portfolio and exploring new territories in mid- core and casual.

We take the art and science of gaming to the next level through our curiosity for the unexplored, passion for games, respect for each other and love for our players - and we're not afraid to have fun along the way.

In fact, together with our parent company Activision Blizzard and experts around the world, we believe having fun is good for you.

There has never been a better time to join us. We're dreaming bigger and see a world of possibilities ahead. If you share our passion, our values, and our hunger to shape the future, join us in Making the World Playful!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.

Rewards

We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well- being for 'Every World' - we've got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including :

• Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance;
• 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;
• Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;
• Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;
• If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.

Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full- time employees and interns with the Company.

You can learn more by visiting .

In the the standard base pay range for this role is - Annual. This base pay range is for the and is not applicable to locations outside of the Actual amounts will vary depending on experience, performance and location.

In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed.

About King

King is the game developer behind the world- famous Candy Crush franchise, as well as mobile game hits including Farm Heroes, Bubble Witch and Pet Rescue.

Candy Crush is the top- grossing franchise in US app stores, a position it has held for the last two years, and King's games are being played by 245 million monthly active users as of Q3 2021.

King, which is part of the Activision Blizzard group since its acquisition in 2016, employs nearly 2,000 people in game studios in Stockholm, Malmö, London, Barcelona and Berlin, and offices in San Francisco, New York, and Malta.

A Great Saga Needs All Sorts of Heroes

Making games is fun. Especially when you do it with people who share the same idea of what makes a good workplace great.

We design games for everyone, no matter where they are or who they are, and we employ all sorts of people from all kinds of backgrounds to bring them to life.

Truth is, we simply cannot expect diversity in our players and originality in our games without first nurturing it in our people.

A great saga needs all sorts of heroes.

Making the World Playful

Making the World Playful is what inspires us to create new experiences and raise the bar. It's what makes King a place where we can all dream bigger, continue to add innovation to our games, broadening the portfolio and exploring new territories in mid- core and casual.

We take the art and science of gaming to the next level through our curiosity for the unexplored, passion for games, respect for each other and love for our players - and we're not afraid to have fun along the way.

In fact, together with our parent company Activision Blizzard and experts around the world, we believe having fun is good for you.

There has never been a better time to join us. We're dreaming bigger and see a world of possibilities ahead. If you share our passion, our values, and our hunger to shape the future, join us in Making the World Playful!

Applications need to be in English.

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Company Description

GIANTS Software is one of the most successful game developers in Europe, with offices in Zürich, Switzerland, Erlangen, Germany, Brno, Czech Republic and Chicago, USA.

It is well known for its "Farming Simulator" series, a worldwide best-selling game and real-time simulation, for many years.

Job Description

To strengthen our Marketing team, we are looking for an

Event Coordinator

based in Chicago, Illinois.

You will closely work with the Marketing team and report to the Event Manager.

• You will plan and execute events (Farming Simulator League and others) from conception through completion
• You will draft plans and oversee events organized by GIANTS Software but also be the main point of contact for events organized by GIANTS Software's partners
• You will make sure that the events meet the expectations of the visitors, time and budget limits are met and plan / allocate the resources needed for their execution
• You will oversee facilities as well as details such as decor, catering, entertainment, transportation, location, invitee list, special guests, equipment, promotional material etc.

Qualifications

What qualifications and skills do we expect from you?

• You have at least 5+ years experience as an event manager or in a similar position
• You have strong organizational skills and are able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• You have project management skills and an understanding how to manage the priorities of multiple stakeholders in a complex environment and focus on the delivery of results in the form of engagement, leads and sales
• You have exceptional communication skills to deal with a variety of stakeholders
• You are used to lead staff and coordinate their activities on-site
• You are proactive to handle issues and troubleshoot any emerging problems in stressful situations
• You are able to collaborate with leaders and project teams across the organization
• You have excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal
• You are willing to travel internationally to be on-site at events

What would be a plus?

• Bachelor or a master degree in Business Organization and Management or equivalent
• You have at least 2+ years experience in e-sports events
• You have a deep knowledge of Farming Simulator
• You are passionate about video games and an enthusiastic gamer
• You have German communication skills, both written and verbal
• You have a background in farming / have been working in a company related to farming / are very interested in farming and agriculture

Additional Information

What do we offer?

At GIANTS, you will be working in an exciting and fast-moving environment within the gaming industry.

We offer flexible working hours and an attractive compensation, plus multiple perspectives for evolution in our young, successful and growing company.

Want to apply?

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences.

You would be welcomed to a dedicated and inclusive environment where you can learn, and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry.

Rockstar is seeking a Data Engineer to join a team focused on building a cutting-edge game analytics platform and tools to better understand our players and enhance their experience in our games.

This is a full-time permanent position based out of Rockstar's unique game development studio in New York, NY.

The ideal candidate will be skilled in developing complex ingestion and transformation processes with an emphasis on reliability and performance.

In collaboration with other data engineers, machine learning engineers, and software engineers, the candidate will empower the team of analysts and data scientists to deliver data driven insights and applications to company stakeholders.

WHAT WE DO

• The Rockstar Analytics team provide insights and actionable results to a wide variety of stakeholders across the organization in support of their decision making.
• We are currently adding team members to multiple verticals including; Machine Learning and Game Data Pipeline.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement and maintain real-time and batch Data Models.
• Deliver real-time and non-real-time data models to analysts and data scientists who create insights and analytics applications for our stakeholders.
• Implement and support streaming technologies such as Kafka, Spark, Cassandra & AzureML.
• Assist in the development of deployment automation and operational support strategies.
• Assist in the development of a big data platform in Hadoop using pipeline technologies such as Spark, Airflow, and more to support a variety of requirements and applications.
• Set the standards for warehouse and schema design in massively parallel processing engines such as Hadoop and Snowflake while collaborating with analysts and data scientist in the creation of efficient data models.
• Maintain and extend our CI / CD processes and documentation.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of work experience with data modeling, business intelligence and machine learning on big data architectures.
• 2+ years of experience with the Hadoop ecosystem (HDFS, Spark, Oozie, Impala, etc.) and big data ecosystems (Kafka, Cassandra, etc.).
• 2+ years of experience with the Azure ecosystem (Azure ML, Azure Data Factory)
• Expert in at least one SQL language such as T-SQL or PL / SQL.
• Experience developing and managing data warehouses on a terabyte or petabyte scale.
• Strong experience in massively parallel processing & columnar databases.
• Experience building Real-Time and / or Near-Real-Time ML pipelines.
• Experience with Python, Scala, or Java.
• Experience with shell scripting.
• Experience working in a Linux environment.

SKILLS

• Deep understanding of advanced data warehousing concepts and track record of applying these concepts on the job.
• Ability to manage numerous projects concurrently and strategically, prioritizing when necessary.
• Good communication skills.
• Dynamic team player.
• A passion for technology.

PLUSES

Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

• Experience with Python based libraries such as Scikit-Learn
• Experience with Databricks
• Experience with Spark-ML, Jupyter Notebook, AzureML.
• Experience in Lambda architecture.
• Experience with CI / CD.
• Familiar with Restful APIs.
• Experience with Artifact Repositories.
• Knowledge of the video game industry.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a resume and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to hiring, promoting, and compensating employees based on their qualifications and demonstrated ability to perform job responsibilities.

If you've got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, or race.

The pay range for this position in New York City at the start of employment is expected to be between the range below* per year.

However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations.

Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and / or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and / or other benefits.

Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department / team performance, and market factors.

NYC Pay Range

$89,500-$119,400 USD

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences.

A career at Rockstar Games is about being part of a team working on some of the most creatively rewarding and ambitious projects to be found in any entertainment medium.

You would be welcomed to a dedicated and inclusive environment where you would learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry.

Rockstar is seeking a dedicated Digital Marketing Producer to join the Marketing team in our NYC office to facilitate the planning, execution, completion, and ongoing success of our Digital Marketing projects.

We are looking for a creative, technically savvy, proactive, and dedicated individual to work with our highly collaborative marketing, development and creative teams.

This role will support a range of projects that will include website, social and other digital marketing experiences. Candidates must have experience managing innovative, creative, and technical projects, and be comfortable with the ambiguity and obstacles that comes with that.

WHAT WE DO

• The Rockstar Games Digital Marketing Team creates innovative digital experiences to expand and further enhance our players' relationships with Rockstar Games' suite of innovative products.
• Our team leads a range of projects that include website, social, and other digital marketing experiences.
• We improve existing features and architect new, exciting solutions to support the continued enhancement of the digital experience for our community.
• Our team collaborates with and ensures workflow efficiency across all marketing, product, creative, and publishing teams.
• We support our employees with a culture of career development, safety, and inclusion.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Write product briefs and liaise with technical and design leadership to gauge feasibility and level of effort.
• Collaborate with UX and visual designers to transform bold concepts into refined, well-scoped features.
• Partner with analysts to create KPI dashboards and generate insights on product performance to inform feature design.
• Create and maintain project schedules and milestone documentation.
• Generate product roadmaps and secure consensus from stakeholders on scope and deliverable timelines.
• Command a high-level mastery of features and systems within your portfolio and explain their capabilities and limitations to non-technical stakeholders.
• Identify and solicit input from cross-functional with necessary technical knowledge and responsibilities to drive projects forward.
• Identify all groups and teams affected by a project, and involve them - solicit their input on requirements and follow up through execution to confirm requirements are being met.
• Educate internal stakeholders about new and emerging technologies we can use, and advocate for their use in service of new titles, content releases, and live operations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 4 years of experience in a production / development environment.
• Comprehensive understanding of software development and project management processes and practices.
• Proven ability to work with various producers, developers, designers and testers across multiple studios and projects.
• Familiarity with Agile Development methodologies.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Confluence and other project tracking and bug database software.

SKILLS

• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills, attention to detail, process knowledge and ability to multi-task.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively across product, development, and management teams.

PLUSES

Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

• Avid gamer with a passion for Rockstar Games titles.
• Certified Scrum Product Owner or similar product-focused certification.
• Passion for bringing people together through online games.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a resume and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to hiring, promoting, and compensating employees based on their qualifications and demonstrated ability to perform job responsibilities.

If you've got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.

The pay range for this position in New York City at the start of employment is expected to be between the range below* per year.

However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations.

Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and / or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and / or other benefits.

Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department / team performance, and market factors.

NYC Pay Range

$85,700-$120,000 USD

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences.

A career at Rockstar Games is about being part of a team working on some of the most creatively rewarding and ambitious projects to be found in any entertainment medium.

You would be welcomed to a dedicated and inclusive environment where you can learn, and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry.

Rockstar Games is on the lookout for an Animator who possess a passion for animation and performance capture. The successful candidate will be involved in prepping and running our performance capture shoots, working closely with directors and actors to craft our cinematics and in-game animation.

They will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and usability of all animation captured in this way. This position will largely be on-set at our Motion Capture studio in Long Island, NY.

WHAT WE DO

• We are integral to the planning and direction of performance capture shoots using our mocap facilities to create content for our games.
• We collaborate with performance directors and actors to craft stunning cinematics and ground-breaking animation systems.
• We ensure our production teams are fully briefed on all animation requirements ahead of our performance capture shoots.
• We work with the global animation and design teams to create unique player experiences.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Pre-production investigation of all technical animation needs for each mocap request.
• Use animation knowledge to assist production with shoot scheduling and casting.
• Ensure performance directors are fully briefed on all technical requirements of a shot.
• Work with performers, create animation that is responsive, cinematic and fit for purpose.
• Work closely with the design team to create immersive cinematic and in-game experiences.
• Post-shoot animation documentation and dissemination of information to the global animation team.
• Help to improve animation production pipelines.
• On set presence required at our mocap facility for all projects, as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Art / Animation or equivalent experience.
• Outstanding demo reel.
• Minimum 4 years of experience animating video games.

SKILLS

• Exceptional skill in animating the human figure to create realistic character animations.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work closely with Performance Directors, Producers, Artists, Actors, Designers and Programmers.
• Experience working with actors and on motion capture stages.
• Strong understanding of development issues in getting animation into a game.
• Positive, solution-orientated individual, with deep-rooted interest in films and video games.
• Bring innovation and resolution to technical problems and challenges throughout production.

PLUSES

Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

• Advanced knowledge of MotionBuilder and motion capture.
• Professional experience developing third person action games.
• Experience of film editing, lighting or VFX.
• Practical knowledge of state machines and motion trees.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a resume and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to hiring, promoting, and compensating employees based on their qualifications and demonstrated ability to perform job responsibilities.

If you've got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, or race.

The pay range for this position in New York City at the start of employment is expected to be between the range below* per year.

However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations.

Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and / or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and / or other benefits.

Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department / team performance, and market factors.

NYC Pay Range

$75,900-$101,200 USD