Designer, Cosmetics Ecosystem

2 Months ago • 5 Years + • Design

Job Summary

Job Description

Epic Games seeks a Senior Designer to join its Ecosystem Design team, focusing on Fortnite cosmetics. Responsibilities include sustaining and expanding existing cosmetic systems by introducing new content and interactions; collaborating with artists and engineers to ensure cohesive, functional, and visually compelling features; brainstorming new cosmetic mechanics; analyzing player behavior and feedback to refine systems; and defining best practices. The ideal candidate possesses 5+ years of gameplay design or cosmetics development experience, proficiency in UE5 blueprint/visual scripting, experience across all development stages, and a strong understanding of the Fortnite ecosystem.
Must have:
  • 5+ years experience in gameplay design/cosmetics development
  • Proficiency in UE5 blueprint/visual scripting
  • Experience with all development stages (pitch to live support)
  • Knowledge of Fortnite Ecosystem
  • Strong communication & presentation skills
Perks:
  • 100% premium coverage for medical, dental, vision
  • Long-term disability & life insurance
  • 401k with competitive match
  • Mental well-being program
  • Unlimited PTO & sick time
  • Paid sabbatical after 7 years

Job Details

WHAT MAKES US EPIC?

At the core of Epic’s success are talented, passionate people. Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment. Whether it’s building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences, we’re always innovating.

Being Epic means being a part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users. We’re constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development.

DESIGN

What We Do

Put your design skills to work at a cutting-edge company that challenges the norm. From character and level design to competitive gameplay and system design, help shape the future of interactive entertainment at Epic.

What You'll Do

Epic Games is looking for a Senior Designer to join our Ecosystem Design team. In this role, you'll utilize your experience, proficiency in cosmetic monetization, and knowledge of UGC ecosystems to help shape the future of cosmetics in the Fortnite universe.

In this role, you will

  • Sustain and expand existing cosmetic systems by introducing fresh content, interactions, and behaviors using your technical skills
  • Collaborate closely with artists, engineers, and other designers to ensure cosmetic features are cohesive, functional, and visually compelling
  • Support others in brainstorming and conceptualizing new cosmetic mechanics and initiatives
  • Analyze player behavior and feedback to refine cosmetic systems and ensure a high-quality player experience
  • Help define and maintain best practices and design guidelines for cosmetic systems within the team

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years of gameplay design and/or cosmetics development experience
  • Proficiency in UE5 blueprint and/or visual scripting languages; comfortable with regular hands-on development
  • Experience with all stages of development, from pitch & prototype to shipping & live support
  • Ability to drive initiatives, with a desire to move quickly and challenge the status quo
  • Knowledgeable about the Fortnite Ecosystem and its offerings
  • Demonstrated ability to improvise and creatively solve problems
  • Strong communication and presentation skills

EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE

Our intent is to cover all things that are medically necessary and improve the quality of life. We pay 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match. We also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents. Throughout the year we celebrate our employees with events and company-wide paid breaks. We offer unlimited PTO and sick time and recognize individuals for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical.

ABOUT US

Epic Games spans across 25 countries with 46 studios and 4,500+ employees globally. For over 25 years, we've been making award-winning games and engine technology that empowers others to make visually stunning games and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epic's award-winning Unreal Engine technology not only provides game developers the ability to build high-fidelity, interactive experiences for PC, console, mobile, and VR, it is also a tool being embraced by content creators across a variety of industries such as media and entertainment, automotive, and architectural design. As we continue to build our Engine technology and develop remarkable games, we strive to build teams of world-class talent.

Like what you hear? Come be a part of something Epic!

Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy .

Note to Recruitment Agencies: Epic does not accept any unsolicited resumes or approaches from any unauthorized third party (including recruitment or placement agencies) (i.e., a third party with whom we do not have a negotiated and validly executed agreement). We will not pay any fees to any unauthorized third party. Further details on these matters can be found .

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