Escape Velocity Entertainment Inc is hiring a Character/Kit Designer to design player mechanics, weapons, kit, abilities, and the rhythm of combat. In this fully remote role, you will be responsible for taking designs from concept to release, working closely with animators and programmers to shape the player experience.
What You'll Do
- Develop and oversee the player's mechanics, weapons, kit, and abilities.
- Work closely with animators, gameplay programmers, and other teams to prototype and implement features.
- Take designs through a full development cycle from concept to release.
- Use metrics, player feedback, and a multitude of diverse analytics to improve and refine the design.
What We're Looking For
- Experience as a Character or Kit Designer on multiple titles for at least 2 years.
- Experience with visual scripting languages such as Blueprint or Node Graphs.
- A passion for and a deep understanding of third-person mechanics, having thoroughly played a wide variety of different titles.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Team & Environment
You will work closely with animators, gameplay programmers, and other teams.
Benefits & Compensation
- A generous PTO allowance.
- Summer and Winter holidays studio closure separate to PTO allowance.
- Private Medical & Dental Healthcare.
- Private Mental Health scheme.
- A generous annual Health & Wellbeing allowance.
- Discretionary Studio Bonus.
- Top-range tech for your home setup.
- Other benefits based on your region.
Work Mode
This is a fully remote position. Candidates must be based in North America, Canada, or Europe.
Escape Velocity is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring, promoting, and compensating employees based on their qualifications and demonstrated ability to perform job responsibilities. Applications will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.
