Designer: World & Population (Associate/Mid Level) at Rockstar Games

Oakville, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Gaming, EntertainmentIndustries

Requirements

An online portfolio with examples of your work
A degree in Game Design, Computer Science, or similar is considered an advantage. However, relevant experience is taken into consideration
2+ years of proven dedication to game design/scripting in a team environment
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions to complex problems
Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload, handling multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a detail-obsessed eye for quality
Passion for creating unique, engaging, and fun game content
Self-motivated, interested in games and curious about how things work

Responsibilities

Create and author exciting new content using our in-house tools
Work with the global design team to implement new content and improve existing content while meeting deadlines
Learn and adhere to our internal systems, software, and processes
Liaise with multiple departments and studios to create and/or extend compelling content
Prototype ideas for new content
Develop and maintain design documentation that clearly details the goals and processes of the content and communicates asset requirements from other departments

Skills

Game Design

World Design

Population Design

Scripting

In-House Tools

AI Collaboration

Animation

Content Authoring

Rockstar Games

Develops and publishes popular video games

About Rockstar Games

Rockstar Games develops and publishes popular video games, focusing on creating immersive experiences for gamers on platforms like Xbox, PlayStation, and PC. Their games, such as "Grand Theft Auto" and "Red Dead Redemption," are known for their engaging storytelling, impressive graphics, and gameplay mechanics. Rockstar generates revenue through game sales, both physical and digital, as well as in-game purchases and downloadable content, which provide ongoing income after the initial sale. They also engage in licensing deals and merchandise related to their game franchises. What sets Rockstar apart from competitors is their commitment to high-quality game development and continuous investment in research to enhance gaming technology. The company's goal is to deliver exceptional gaming experiences that captivate a global audience.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

1998Year Founded

$5MTotal Funding

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Entertainment, GamingIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Company Equity

Performance Bonus

Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Frequent game content leaks could undermine marketing strategies and financial outcomes.

Delayed PC releases, like GTA VI, might frustrate PC gamers and affect sales.

High expectations for GTA VI could lead to backlash if not met.

Differentiation

Rockstar Games develops high-quality, immersive games with strong storytelling and graphics.

The company uses its proprietary Rockstar Advanced Game Engine (RAGE) for game development.

Rockstar Games has a diverse portfolio, including GTA, Red Dead, and Max Payne.

Upsides

Cross-platform play and cloud gaming trends enhance Rockstar's game accessibility.

User-generated content and modding communities extend game lifecycles and engagement.

AI integration in games enhances NPC behavior and immersive experiences.

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