Game Support Specialist

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Job Description

The Game Support Specialist at Cloud Imperium Games will be part of a public-facing team to troubleshoot individual and service-wide problems related to the Star Citizen online service. They will help players understand and enjoy the game, and translate reports and feedback into solutions and improvements for Star Citizen. The specialist will provide technical assistance and game issue resolution to players by diagnosing and troubleshooting a wide variety of subjects including account support, in-game support and moderation, and technical support. They are also expected to maintain high team standards and help identify problem areas to suggest solutions. Support will be provided via email.
Must have:
  • Proper online communication etiquette
  • Ability to speak and write clearly and accurately in English
  • Working knowledge of Windows-based software and equipment
  • Effective listening skills
  • Willingness to co-operate with others and work to the greater good
Good to have:
  • Knowledge of Star Citizen is highly desirable
  • Knowledge of online game communities and player relations

Job Details

We are a crowdfunded company and have a dedicated and enthusiastic community of backers who are helping us create the “Best Damn Space Sim Ever”. We want to build the best we can deliver and we believe wholeheartedly in the value of exceptional diverse talent.

The Game Support Team at Cloud Imperium Games is a public-facing team responsible for troubleshooting individual and service-wide problems of the Star Citizen online service, helping people understand and enjoy the game, and turning reports and feedback into solutions and improvements for Star Citizen.

Game Support Specialists are the true subject matter experts on the team, guiding and training others on the complexity of the Star Citizen project. The Game Support Specialist will provide technical assistance and game issue resolution to players of Star Citizen by diagnosing and troubleshooting a wide variety of subjects including (but not limited to):

· Account Support

· In-Game Support and Moderation

· Technical Support

Game Support Specialists are also expected to maintain high team standards, help identify problem areas of business, and suggest solutions to improve the service.

Support is provided via email where clearly communicated solutions are provided in a fun, light-hearted, and user-friendly manner. Staff will perform related work as required.

Additional tasks will include assisting with fraudulent transactions and chargebacks, investigating the in-game effects of those actions, recovery and restoration of hacked accounts, and in-game player behavior moderation.

Duties and Tasks/Essential Functions:

· Deliver a fun level of service and support to our dedicated Star Citizen backers and players, using email, forums, in-game communications and online websites;

· Interact with players both privately and publicly to provide and process information in response to inquiries, concerns, and requests about products and services;

· Gather players’ information and determine the issue by evaluating and analyzing the symptoms and working with QA and Production to get information into the development pipeline;

· Diagnose and resolve technical hardware and software issues involving internet connectivity, local networking, and players’ installed hardware and software;

· Follow standard processes and procedures while being allowed to creatively solve problems;

· Direct players to appropriate support resources;

· Offer alternative solutions where appropriate with the objective of keeping players happy and playing the game;

· Coordinate with our teams across the globe;

· Stay current with system information, changes and updates by learning and playing Star Citizen. Encyclopedic knowledge of the game will be required.

Skill and Knowledge Qualifications:

· Proper online communication etiquette;

· Knowledge of Star Citizen is highly desirable;

· Ability to speak and write clearly and accurately in English with a demonstrated proficiency in typing and grammar;

· Working knowledge of Windows-based software computer applications and equipment;

· Knowledge of online game communities and player relations and support principles and practices;

· Effective listening skills;

· Willingness to co-operate with others and work to the greater good;

· Multi-tasking capabilities;

· Willingness to be flexible on schedule during peak play periods and during game updates

Competencies:

· Exemplary attendance and punctuality

· Maintains effectiveness when experiencing major changes in personal work tasks or work environment; adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.

· Focuses and guides self and team members in accomplishing work objectives.

· Interacts with others in a way that gives them confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization.

· Clearly conveys and receives information and ideas, through a variety of media, to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience, helping them understand and retain the message, and permitting response and feedback from the listener.

· Makes players and their needs a primary focus of one’s actions; developing and sustaining productive player relationships.

· Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; compares data from different sources to draw conclusions; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; and takes action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.

· Deals effectively with others in antagonistic situations, using appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to reduce tension or conflict.

· Establishes proper courses of action to ensure that work product is completed efficiently and on time/within proper time limits.

· Maintains stable performance under pressure or opposition (such as time pressure or job ambiguity); handling stress in a manner that is acceptable to others and to the organization.

· Possesses, acquires, and maintains the technical/professional expertise required to do the job effectively and to create effective player solutions. Technical/professional expertise is demonstrated through problem solving, applying technical knowledge, and product and service management for the functional area in which employee operates.

· Has a high degree of patience navigating a variety of troubleshooting situations.

· Actively appreciates and includes the diverse capabilities, insights, and ideas of others and working effectively and respectfully with individuals of diverse backgrounds, styles, abilities, and motivations.

· Sets high standards of performance for self; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

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About The Company

Cloud Imperium Games is a new kind of independent studio dedicated to delivering AAA experiences outside the established publisher system, founded by Chris Roberts, creator of the best selling Wing Commander and Freelancer series, Cloud Imperium is currently developing Star Citizen, a record-shattering crowd funded title that combines classic space sim gameplay with Hollywood-caliber visuals.


Cloud Imperium aims to pave new ground in game development by sharing the process with the players. Where game development was once hidden, Cloud Imperium has opted to share the process with those backing Star Citizen. Supporters come to know the team and follow them every step of the way as the game created. The community is closely engaged and their feedback Is considered in all aspects of game development, avoiding standard publicity to put Roberts’ epic vision directly in players’ hands.


Cloud Imperium has studios in Los Angeles, California ; Austin, Texas ; Manchester, UK and Frankfurt, Germany.

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