Associate Designer: Exploration & Ambient Content

Rockstar Games

Jun 7

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Junior Level
Design
$50K - $70K
Carlsbad

Requirements

A Computer Science or Game Design degree with a programming focus is considered an advantage. However, relevant experience is taken into consideration.
An online portfolio with examples of your work.
Skills:
Strong C# programming skills
A strong understanding of top-down design, object-oriented programming, design patterns, and game design principles.
Excellent communication, technical & problem-solving skills.
Highly organized with proven ability to deliver on deadlines.
Passionate about open world content, systems, and methodologies that will support a team that is similarly passionate about creating games.
Candidates must be highly motivated, positive, and personable, with the ability to work as part of a team and inspire others.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize work based on changing schedules and feedback/critiques with a detail-obsessed eye for quality.
Pluses:
Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.
A Computer Science or Game Design degree with a programming focus is considered an advantage. However, relevant experience is taken into consideration.
An online portfolio with examples of your work. Please include code examples.

Responsibilities

Work with the global design team to architect, engineer, and implement new content and design systems as well as improve existing content and systems.
Liaise with multiple departments and studios to create and/or extend our content, systems, and tools.
Create and/or maintain content, systems and tools while managing strict deadlines against the needs of other developers.
Provide clear and detailed reports of bugs to design and other teams.

FAQs

What specific skills are required for the Associate Designer role focusing on exploration and ambient content?

Strong technical skills in system programming, network programming, and data management are required for this role, along with a passion for making games and a focus on exploration and open-world content design.

Is this a remote position or in-office?

This is a full-time, in-office position based out of Rockstar's game development studio in Carlsbad, CA.

What will be the primary focus of the Associate Designer in this role?

The primary focus of this role is on exploration and open-world content and system design within the game development team.

What type of projects will the Associate Designer work on at Rockstar San Diego?

The Associate Designer will work on creating engaging exploration and ambient content for Rockstar's upcoming game projects.

Are there opportunities for growth and advancement within the design team at Rockstar San Diego?

There may be opportunities for growth and advancement within the design team based on performance and experience in the role.

Rockstar Games

Entertainment & Media

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

1998

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Rockstar Games is a renowned video game development company that creates and publishes interactive entertainment. They are best known for developing critically acclaimed and highly popular game franchises such as Grand Theft Auto, Red Dead Redemption, and Max Payne. Their ultimate mission is to push the boundaries of interactive entertainment and deliver immersive gaming experiences to players worldwide. Rockstar Games' purpose is to craft innovative, engaging, and visually stunning games that captivate players and offer them compelling storytelling, dynamic open-world environments, and a sense of freedom to explore and interact with the game world. Through their games, they aim to provide players with thrilling and memorable experiences, making them leaders in the gaming industry and earning a dedicated fan base of gamers worldwide.