This is an exciting opportunity for a Game Designer based in Manchester to join our Vehicle Design team and help push development of missions and sandbox content for Star Citizen. Working with the wider Design and Narrative team you’ll be creating everything you can think of within a Universe, from entire solar systems to the smallest creature in the darkest cave. Come and help us bring the ‘verse to life!
Founded in 2012, Cloud Imperium Games creates cutting-edge videogames that defy expectations. We’re currently developing Star Citizen, a record-breaking multiplayer online space sim, and Squadron 42, a cinematic single-player adventure set in the same universe. Join us as we break boundaries and make videogame history.
What does a Vehicle Designer do at CIG?
- Design and develop new vehicles and features for Squadron 42 and the Persistent Universe, working closely with the Lead Vehicle Designer and the Vehicle Director.
- Cleanly implement vehicle designs and their associated gameplay systems using our in-house tools.
- Liaise with artists, animators, audio, and VFX teams to ensure game systems are integrated with vehicles.
- Pitch concepts, designs, and full proposals to project leads.
- Identify and develop solutions that will not negatively impact other systems or mechanics.
- Review each feature at multiple stages of implementation to ensure the execution matches the vision, goals, and quality requirements.
What do we expect from our Vehicle Designer
- Previous professional experience in a Designer capacity within the gaming industry.
- Excellent sense for design and creating outstanding user experiences.
- Positive, solution-orientated individuals with a passion for game development.
- The ability to solve problems creatively within a constricted tool set.
- Experience in data analysis.
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CIG is a global company, staunchly committed to cultivating a culture and workplace that celebrates all backgrounds, lifestyles, and perspectives. Together, we are creating a space where authentic recognition, appreciation, and understanding of the importance of diversity is fostered by everyone. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to build a team that represents all walks of life, and we want every employee to bring all the things that make them unique to the work environment. The universe is as vast and varied as the people in it, and it’s our differences that make it special.
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