Graduate Game Designer

Frontier Developments plc
Cambridge, United Kingdom
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Junior

Job location

Cambridge, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Computer Programming
Video Game Development

Job description

  • Designing game features and improving existing designs
  • Implementing a range of game content, using in-house tools
  • Conducting research and analysis to support game and content design
  • Creating design documentation, using appropriate methods
  • Balancing and tuning game features
  • Taking part in regular playtests and integrating playtest feedback
  • Working to both identify and resolve bugs., You will work with talented and passionate people to support, develop or publish our sophisticated and enduring games, in a creative, collaborative and inclusive environment. We love what we do, and we work hard to provide outstanding experiences for our players.

Requirements

We're looking for an enthusiastic and adaptable Graduate Game Designer to join our team. In this entry level role, you'll help build more wonderful experiences for our players through your contribution to game design and content creation. If you're passionate about creating games and have a good understanding of game design principles, then this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills and develop your career in a supportive and talented team., * Good understanding of game design principles

  • Awareness of player behaviours and motivations
  • Familiarity with using game development engines
  • Ability to analyse and balance game values to improve player experience
  • Portfolio showcasing game design work: ideally playable games, demos or prototypes
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Enthusiastic, professional and adaptable attitude.

BONUS IF YOU HAVE

  • Programming skills
  • Visual design skills
  • Some previous work experience in a commercial environment.

Benefits & conditions

Wellbeing is a big focus at Frontier, and we are continually evolving how we can support our people. We encourage a healthy work/life balance and provide a range of wellbeing activities, initiatives and sessions to support both mental and physical health.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes a success-based annual bonus, share option schemes, life assurance, private family healthcare, flexitime working hours, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, in-house subsidised catering, support with relocation, a Cycle to Work scheme, free bike servicing, and social activities and events.

We strive to create an environment where everyone can fully demonstrate their capability and potential. If you therefore need any reasonable adjustments to support you during the recruitment process, please speak to your Talent Acquisition representative., * Training Provided

  • Regular team and company events
  • Free drinks, fruit or food
  • Flexible working
  • Free Gym or Gym Subsidy
  • Private Medical/Dental healthcare
  • Bonus/Reward Scheme
  • Childcare Vouchers
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Stock Options

About the company

Frontier is an independent video game developer and publisher, crafting immersive gaming experiences with fun gameplay and unparalleled artistic quality. Renowned for its iconic creative management simulation games, Frontier captivates players worldwide with immersive and authentic game worlds. The modern studio is located in the vibrant technology hub of Cambridge (UK). The talented team at Frontier are dedicated to nurturing our existing portfolio and delivering our exciting future roadmap., Frontier is an independent video game developer and publisher, crafting immersive gaming experiences with fun gameplay and unparalleled artistic quality. Renowned for its iconic creative management simulation games, Frontier captivates players worldwide with immersive and authentic game worlds. Frontier's portfolio includes critically acclaimed titles such as Elite Dangerous, Planet Coaster, Planet Zoo, Jurassic World Evolution and Jurassic World Evolution 2, plus an exciting roadmap of future releases.

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