Associate Camera Designer

3 Hours ago • All levels • $50,000 PA - $73,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

As an Associate Camera Designer, you will collaborate with senior designers, programmers, and artists to integrate camera systems into the game engine. You'll also participate in brainstorming sessions, contributing creative ideas, conduct playtesting sessions, and make adjustments based on feedback. This role involves maintaining open communication with team members and supporting the development of camera design documentation to ensure smooth and immersive player experiences.
Must have:
  • Degree in Game Design or related field.
  • Basic understanding of camera design principles.
  • Familiarity with game development tools and software.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.
Good to have:
  • Experience with camera design tools like Unreal Engine.
  • Knowledge of scripting or programming languages.
  • Strong communication skills and teamwork ability.
Perks:
  • Competitive salary
  • 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Professional development reimbursement
  • Flexible hybrid work opportunities
  • Company paid holidays
  • Additional paid time-off

Job Details

Crystal Dynamics is constantly seeking the best gaming talent worldwide to add to our 30-plus year legacy of game development creating new and iconic franchises. We are committed to making great games with great people and living the dream while doing it.

Benefits for our regular full-time positions include, but are not limited to, a competitive regional salary, 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance options, professional development reimbursement, flexible hybrid on-site/off-site work opportunities, company paid holidays, plus additional paid days in December when the studio is closed for holiday break, and the ability to accrue additional paid time-off.

Join us and shape the future of an amazing studio culture committed to creating award-winning franchises like Tomb Raider, the next Perfect Dark, and more! 


Associate Camera Designer

At Crystal Dynamics, we understand the critical role that camera design plays in delivering immersive and engaging gaming experiences. We are excited to welcome a creative and detail-oriented Associate Camera Designer to our dynamic team. This entry-level position provides a fantastic opportunity for a passionate individual to learn and grow within the AAA game development environment. You will collaborate with experienced designers to craft camera systems that enhance gameplay and storytelling. We seek someone who is eager to develop their skills and contribute innovative ideas to our upcoming projects.

As an Associate Camera Designer, you will:

  • Assist in designing and implementing camera systems that enhance gameplay, cinematics, and overall player experience.
  • Collaborate with senior designers, programmers, and artists to integrate camera systems into the game engine.
  • Participate in brainstorming sessions, contributing creative ideas for camera movements, angles, and transitions.
  • Support the development of camera design documentation, including flowcharts, shot lists, and technical specifications.
  • Conduct playtesting sessions to gather feedback and identify areas for improvement in camera design.
  • Make adjustments to camera systems based on feedback and testing results, ensuring smooth and immersive player experiences.
  • Maintain open communication with team members to ensure alignment on design goals and project timelines.

To be considered for this role, we require the following:

  • A degree in Game Design, Film Production, Interactive Media, or a related field.
  • Basic understanding of camera design principles and methodologies.
  • Familiarity with game development tools and software, such as Unity or Unreal Engine.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for creating engaging and cinematic game experiences.
  • A portfolio showcasing your camera design work, including any relevant academic or personal projects.

Preference will be given to candidates who have:

  • Experience with camera design tools and software, such as Unreal Engine, Unity, or similar.
  • Knowledge of scripting or programming languages related to game development.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

It'll be a bonus if you also have:

  • Experience participating in game jams or other collaborative creative projects.
  • Familiarity with 3D modeling and animation software.
  • A keen interest in staying updated with industry trends and advancements in camera design.

 

Pay Range (United States)
$50,000$73,000 USD

Pay Range (Canada)
$55,000$69,000 CAD

 

Not sure if you are qualified? We hope that you will still choose to apply so we may review your application!


 

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For more information on how to avoid scams like this please see our Jobs Scams & Phishing Attempts help page, or visit the FTC website.

 

Crystal Dynamics is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to identifying and implementing positive and persistent measures to ensure equal opportunity in the recruitment, hiring, development, training, promotion and compensation of a diverse team employee group. This includes persons of different race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or gender expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding or medical conditions related to breastfeeding, genetic characteristic, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, political affiliation, age, veteran status, uniform service member status, marital status, physical or mental disability, or citizenship, as well as any other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Crystal Dynamics is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. If you require any accommodations, please notify us at your earliest convenience during the interview process.

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About The Company

​Crystal Dynamics is an award-winning, top of class game development studio located just south of San Francisco in sunny San Mateo, CA. Founded in 1992, Crystal Dynamics has grown into a world class studio by developing iconic franchises and keeping at the forefront of the very latest in technology and graphics. Crystal Dynamics is owned by the Embracer Group.


Having created beloved properties such as Gex and the Legacy of Kain series, as well as driving the massively successful Tomb Raider franchise, Crystal Dynamics is now laying the groundwork for the next generation of innovative and technologically stunning projects.


Team work makes the dream work, and at Crystal Dynamics diverse perspectives, equal voices, and inclusive philosophies create the best teams who make the best games. Diversity leads to productivity, tolerance, and a welcoming spirit as part of the Crystal Dynamics family. Inclusivity breaks down barriers of all kinds to ensure all people can take joy in their work, have pride for being heard, and take comfort in being respected. We prize all perspectives so that we can be our best selves and the best game developers at a company beloved for our games as well as our culture of creativity. To all who wish to enter this place and continue evolving Crystal Dynamics to be its best self, we say welcome.


For more details on Crystal Dynamics, visit our company page, www.crystald.com, our Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/pages/Crystal-Dynamics/8277214270 , or our Twitter, @crystaldynamics.


***Please be advised: we are aware of scammers impersonating us. All legitimate communication will come from an official Crystal Dynamics email address. If you have any concerns about the validity of a message from our staff, you can email crystalrecruiting@crystald.com.***

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