Designer: World & Population (Associate/Mid Level)

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

Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry. 

Rockstar is on the lookout for creative designers who possess a passion for making games. As part of the World & Population Design team, you will create and author dynamic ambient content. This is a collaborative role where you'll engage with a range of other areas of game development such as AI, animation, art, and more.

This is a full-time, in-office position based out of Rockstar’s unique game development studio in Oakville, ON. 

WHAT WE DO

• The Rockstar Games Design team creates moments of exciting action gameplay and ultra-real slices of ambient life, while implementing many of the complex systems that underpin our worlds. 
• Our content spans many genres and types of gameplay. Our designers bring their wide knowledge of gaming, game design, and outside culture to make every aspect of our games world class. 
• We assume responsibility for programming our content and systems, creating scripts which are often complex and intricate, both for single player and online games. 
• We think creatively and while we work to design briefs, designers have many opportunities to shape our games from the ground up. 
• We work closely with all departments, bringing together narrative, art, code systems, UI, networking, animation, audio, and many other elements to create immersive gameplay. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create and author exciting new content using our in-house tools. 
• Work with the global design team to implement new content and improve existing content while meeting deadlines. 
• Learn and adhere to our internal systems, software, and processes. 
• Liaise with multiple departments and studios to create and/or extend compelling content.  
• Prototype ideas for new content. 
• Develop and maintain design documentation that clearly details the goals and processes of the content and communicates asset requirements from other departments. 

REQUIREMENTS

• An online portfolio with examples of your work.  
• A degree in Game Design, Computer Science, or similar is considered an advantage. However, relevant experience is taken into consideration. 
• 2+ years of proven dedication to game design/scripting in a team environment.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions to complex problems.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload, handling multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a detail-obsessed eye for quality. 
  
• Passion for creating unique, engaging, and fun game content.
• Self-motivated, interested in games and curious about how things work.

PLUSES

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

• Prior experience working in medium to large sized development teams. 
• Experience in film making or street photography.
• Experience working with animations or animation systems. 
• Experience with game engines (Unity, Unreal, etc.) 
• Strong C# programming ability. 

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 committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect.  In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities (or on the basis of any other protected ground under human rights legislation) during the recruitment process, as well as to any Rockstar employees in order for them to perform the essential functions of their roles.  Rockstar will comply with its obligations under the Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and will provide accommodations as long as such accommodations do not pose an undue hardship on Rockstar.  If you need more information about Rockstar’s accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department.

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.

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