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These games jobs were last updated on 02/09/10. If you are interested in any of them please quote the ref no(s) and send your CV to Lucy.

This leading studio is currently seeking a Lead Designer to be an integral member of the team, developing a brand new IP for the XBox360. They will be expected to be an ambassador and evangelist for design throughout the studio and beyond. The Lead Designer will be experienced mentoring a design team, with a strong understanding of the design process and systems. Applicants must have previous AAA Lead Design experience. For a full job description, please contact me right away, this is a great opportunity to join a well established studio.

Europe €DoE

Contact: Lucy Ref: 36176 02/09/10

They are an established development studio in North America. Creating titles for PS3, Xbox, Wii and PC.

I am currently seeking an experienced Creative Director to join a AAA developer/publisher in North America. Applicants must have completed at least one current gen console project as Creative Director. A superb opportunity for a talented individual to join a well established forward thinking games developer. Please contact me for a full job spec.

Canada $Excellent + package

Contact: Lucy Ref: 36177 02/09/10

This company is currently working on a third person adventure with all the elements other games only claim to have. They have an informal, creative studio and an excellent benefits package.

They currently require a Senior Technical Designer to join the team to work on AAA titles. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating and maintaining clever and efficient tools for the team. They will also assist with trouble shooting on all technical issues and use the in-house scripting language for level and gameplay creation. They must have excellent communication skills.

Applicants must have excellent scripting or high-level programming skills (C# and Max script preferred) along with demonstrable experience of tool creation. At least 3 years experience in a similar role is necessary.

London £Excellent + benefits

Contact: Lucy Ref: 36157 31/08/10

Our client is the leader in online games development, with 45 games websites in 17 languages. Since 2004, they’ve created game experiences for families, teens, and kids. In addition to partnering up with top-notch game developers and publishers for gaming content, they also have several in-house game studios creating specialised high-quality games that are focused on the needs of their audiences.

They are seeking a talented and inspired Game Interaction Designer to improve the user experience and produce innovative and commercially-focused game designs. Primary projects will be on a multiplayer micro-transaction platform.

Please contact me for further information on this position.

Europe €Good

Contact: Lucy Ref: 36132 26/08/10

Making games since the early 1980s, this ever-expanding company is truly pushing the boundaries of what it means to develop games in the modern era. Now developing for PS3, Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii, and PC, bold steps are producing big results with truly imaginative, truly innovative gaming experiences. All employees receive an excellent benefits package, including pension, health insurance and a loyalty bonus.

The Senior Designer is responsible for the implementation of the game design using the appropriate in-house tools, in accordance with the processes specified by the game design documentation and the overall game vision. Additionally the Senior Designer is expected to spontaneously generate ideas and design elements as required for use in the game design documentation, and the game itself under the direction of the Design Manager.

Senior Designers are regarded as the standard bearers on the game design team. Top level work quality is expected at all times backed up with a pro-active approach to predicting problems and suggesting workable solutions. Additionally, Senior Designers should be able to train, coach and mentor other members of the team where appropriate and take ownership responsibility for delegated tasks.

Previous experience as a Senior Designer is necessary. Please contact me for further details. DEMO WORK MUST BE PROVIDED ON APPLICATION.

Midlands to £42K

Contact: Lucy Ref: 36125 26/08/10

Making games since the early 1980s, this ever-expanding company is truly pushing the boundaries of what it means to develop games in the modern era. Now developing for PS3, Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii, and PC, bold steps are producing big results with truly imaginative, truly innovative gaming experiences. All employees receive an excellent benefits package, including pension, health insurance and a loyalty bonus.

The Design Manager is responsible for the communication and implementation of the game vision and subsequent game design. They take on full managerial responsibilities for the game design team. They are expected to have a very thorough knowledge of the game production process, competitive industry standards, design methodologies and instinctive approach to solving problems and implementing new processes. Very high levels of self-motivation, consummate communication skills, great time and people management skills and an effortless ability to generate commercially innovative and viable ideas are cornerstones of the role.

Applicants must have at least 5 years experience in a similar role, with extensive experience of the following:

- Game design implementation
- Design documentation
- Gameplay implementation
- Training, coaching and mentoring a design team
- Client management
- Project co-ordination
- Management of external contractors

DEMO WORK MUST BE PROVIDED ON APPLICATION.

Midlands to £48K

Contact: Lucy Ref: 36124 26/08/10

They are a well established development studio in Quebec City, currently creating titles for PS3, Xbox, Wii and PC.

As a Lead Level Designer you will be responsible for the level design in the studios projects, working in constant collaboration with the artists, the Creative Director, as well as a team of programmers. You will be working on AAA Xbox 360 and PS3 projects. You must be ready to join a team whose sole objective is to be the best in their field!

Applicants must have at least 7 years design experience, with at least 1 shipped product as a Lead. 3 years level design experience is necessary, with strong technical mastery of level design tools. Experience of 3D Studio Max/Maya would be helpful. The successful candidate will have strong management skills as well. French skills would be a plus but are not necessary.

Canada CAD$EXCELLENT

Contact: Lucy Ref: 36128 26/08/10

Our client is a leading New Media Agency with offices in Europe, USA and Asia. They are always keen to push the boundaries with the technology they use to, delivering award-winning ideas and strategy for their clients.

They are currently seeking a Design Consultant to help conceive, design and structure a new Kinect fitness title on behalf of two of their clients. At present they have a small in-house team of designers (approx 4-5, non-games) who have been working on the concept. They need someone who can work in-house with that team, in their central London offices, to structure the concept and specifications of the project and help guide them as to what is possible with the Kinect technology. They will need guidance on the schedule of the project as well as its content.

The Design Consultant will have experience of liaising with publishers and development teams as well as experience of client led campaigns. Someone with External Design experience and good negotiation skills would be of interest. Experience of user experience design would also be advantageous. The Consultant must also be experienced designing AAA titles for the casual/mass market and will have experience of Kinect ideally (although experience with other motion controllers would also be acceptable). The title will be passed over to a 3rd party developer once fully conceived by our client in conjunction with their two clients.

As this is a consultancy role, hours and days are open to discussion. However, it is looking possible that they will need someone close to full time in the months leading up to Christmas. This being said, they will take guidance on what is required from the Consultant themselves - applicants must be aware that this is neither a fixed term contract nor a permanent role. It will suit someone who is already set up with a games consultancy company. They cannot consider sole traders or applicants who require a work permit for the UK.

London £Excellent

Contact: Lucy Ref: 36135 26/08/10

This Brighton based studio is part of an extremely well known games brand. It was originally an independent studio responsible for several top selling games. It was recently taken over and now benefits from merits of a small company culture combined with the strength and support of its parent. It also enjoys a terrific location. Its main focus is music and party games.

Our client is currently looking for two talented Games Designers to join the team for fixed term contracts (up to 11 months). The successful candidate will lead the design on one of several projects for exciting new console platforms. They will be expected to wrok closely with the producer to develop and communicate the detailed designs to the team and ensure that the client's requirements are satisfied. They will also work hands-on to create and balance gameplay content.

Applicants must have worked on at least 2 shipped titles and have experience designing for the current generation of games consoles and peripherals.

Brighton £26-35K + benefits

Contact: Lucy Ref: 36061

Our client is currently looking for a Senior Game Designer to join the design team. The successful candidate will have a huge knowledge of console titles and will be a creative self starter. This is an excellent opportunity to join a AAA studio! Applicants must be available to relocate to Budapest.

Requirements:

- At least 1 shipped AAA console action title as Senior Designer
- Experience designing for 1st and 3rd person current gen console games
- Experience with creating systemic and accessible game systems
- Familiar with agile development methods

Responsibilities:

- Own the game systems throughout the design process
- Mentor and guide junior members of the team
- Work together with the Creative Director.

Budapest Negotiable

Contact: Lucy Ref: 36071

This company have established themselves as an award winning developer with their first and second game and now highly successful franchise. They are currently working on 2 exciting next gen projects.
They are currently looking for an exceptional Games Designer to join their studio, with excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills. Applicants must have excellent knowledge of Unreal/Hammer/Sandbox or an equivalent editor. They will have a strong understanding of game design theory, practice, pacing and mission flow.

The successful candidate will be responsible for using the editor to implement designers, layout of levels, gameplay lighting, scripting events and manipulating AI behaviours. They will also work on concepts, gameplay mechanics and enemy designs.

Nottingham £Excellent

Contact: Lucy Ref: 36073

This Swedish company takes a fresh approach to game development, enabling them to optimise their creativity. They are passionate about providing state of the art products. Their in-house Engine is subject to constant evolution. They pride themselves on providing a comfortable and productive working environment.

They are currently looking for a Senior Level Designer to join the team. The Senior Level Designer will work with one of the studios major projects and create levels using their in-house tools. Applicants must have at least 2 years in a similar role, with several years of experience creating levels in Radiant, Hammer or Unreal. They must also have at least 1 shipped title under their belt, have excellent artistic skills and an extensive knowledge of the technical aspects of creating levels.

Sweden €Excellent + benefits

Contact: Lucy Ref: 36057

This Swedish company takes a fresh approach to game development, enabling them to optimise their creativity. They are passionate about providing state of the art products. Their in-house Engine is subject to constant evolution. They pride themselves on providing a comfortable and productive working environment.

They are currently looking for an experienced games designer, preferably with multiple shipped titles, to join the studio. The Senior Designer will make a valuable contribution to their next AAA title. They will be responsible for the gameplay mechanics and core features. They must have FPS experience and at least 5 years in a similar design role. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly, successful and highly regarded studio and work on a AAA title.

Sweden €Excellent + bens

Contact: Lucy Ref: 36056

This studio in the North of England has been producing world class games for a decade. It is well funded and offers a great career structure.

They are looking for an upbeat Senior Designer to work with a talented team on an exciting, high profile action game. The role requires you to create and communicate inspirational game design for all areas of the title and own areas of implementation, including levels.

Experience:
- In a Senior Design role, shipped at least one successful action game
- Worked as a core team member during early stages of development
- Can demonstrate your designs in a successful game

Required Attributes:
- Encyclopaedic knowledge of games, especially 3rd / 1st person action
- Enthusiastic, confident, positive personality
- Demonstrate an extensive working knowledge of game design theory
- Communicate clearly with the team.

North West £High + benefits

Contact: Lucy Ref: 36032

This central UK games company develops and publishes games for Sony, Nintendo, Microsoft and PCs, as well as multiplayer and world games for internet play. They have been in existence for years and have had many No 1 hits across Europe. They have been voted Publisher of the Year by gaming magazines.

Our client is currently seeking a Games Designer, Experienced Designer and Senior Designer to join their team developing online games. Candidates will have previous experience working on online games and must have at least 1 published title under their belt. The Designers will be expected to make valuable contributions to both the concept and vision of the projects within the studio.

Midlands £Good + benefits

Contact: Lucy Ref: 35990

This central UK games company develops and publishes games for Sony, Nintendo, Microsoft and PCs, as well as multiplayer and world games for internet play. They have been in existence for years and have had many No 1 hits across Europe. They have been voted Publisher of the Year by gaming magazines.

They are looking for a Senior Game Designer to l be involved in the conceptualization and direction of project(s) within the studio. This will involve being responsible for the design of a project and monitoring that project through development ensuring that it adheres to the vision and direction, meeting the highest standard within required timescales in conjunction with senior members of the Design Team. Please contact me for a full job description.

Midlands £DoE

Contact: Lucy Ref: 35989

We are working with this world class development studio in London. It has unrivalled development facilities and offers a creative and stimulating environment coupled with access to the best London has to offer from their studio.

They are currently looking for an experienced Lead Designer to help define the creative vision of the project, with the assistance of the Creative Lead. They will be responsible for delivering a quality project to deadlines. There will be hands on design as well as management and development of a team of designers. The successful candidate will work closely with the Producer to manage the workload of the team and define milestones. Please contact me for further details.

London £DoE

Contact: Lucy Ref: 32752

This studio is a leading international interactive entertainment development company founded in the 90s. They are dedicated to the creation of high-quality video games for PC, PS3 and XBox360 as well as developing their own game technologies.

They are looking for a Senior Combat Designer to join their AAA design team. The successful candidate will be a self starter with an excellent knowledge of console games, the design process and what makes a AAA title.

Requirements:

- Must have shipped at least 1 AAA current gen console action title as a Senior Designer
- Experience with creating systemic and accessible combat systems
- Familiar with agile development methods.

Budapest €DoE

Contact: Lucy Ref: 32710

Making games since 2000, this Amsterdam studio has a proven reputation for creating original AAA titles for high profile publishers. Now working exclusively with an industry leader, on their current and next gen technologies and with a major franchise in the pipeline, they are looking to recruit creative and talented individuals to join their determined and experienced multi-disciplinary game teams. Although the studio employs staff from over a dozen different countries, English is the common working language.

Our client is looking for an outstanding Senior Level Designer for their forthcoming project. The successulf candidate will have a thorough understanding of the intricacies of level design, create original and compelling missions and act as a mentor to the more junior members of the team.

Requirements:

- At least one published FPS/action title as a Senior Level Designer
- Experience with all stages of game development
- Able to create clear level design documents, as well as building them from scratch without supervision
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong understanding of current 3D packages and level editors.

The Netherlands €DoE

Contact: Lucy Ref: 32708

This central UK games company develops and publishes games for Sony, Nintendo, Microsoft and PCs, as well as multiplayer and world games for internet play. They have been in existence for years and have had many No 1 hits across Europe. They have been voted Publisher of the Year by gaming magazines.

They currently require an experienced Design Manager to join their racing team. The Design Manager will be responsible for the conceptualisation and direction of project(s) within the studio. They will also be responsible for overseeing the designs of all projects within the studio and monitor those projects through development ensuring that they adhere to the vision and direction, meeting the highest standard within required timescales. Applicants must have a minimum of 5 years' proven games design experience, with at least two completed titles under their belt. Other requirements include experience of playing both PC and console games, knowledge 3D Studio Max and experience of code e.g. C/C++ or AI programming. Some animation skills, HTML knowledge and project management experience would also be advantageous.

Midlands £DoE

Contact: Lucy Ref: 32707

This is Australia’s largest video game developer and a leading independent development studio in the worldwide game development community. Their vision is to cultivate technological and artistic achievement, creating proprietary technologies that facilitate superior game development for both original and licensed properties. The company has proven expertise in developing games for the current gen platforms and is already engaged in working on next gen as well as all handheld platforms. With offices in three cities in Australia, they offer a challenging and rewarding career, but also a great lifestyle opportunity. To date, they have created ten successful titles on multiple platforms and languages comprising of 37 SKUs.

This is a superb opportunity for an experienced senior level designer to join a successful studio in a sunny climate! The successful candidate will manage a team of Level Designers and work closely with the Lead Artist, Lead Programmer and Producer.

The successful candidate with have 5+ years' experience working as a Level Designer and have experience managing a team too. They must have extensive experience with 3rd party level design editors (UnrealEd, Doom Edit etc) or existing in house game development editors as well an ability and understanding of working in a 3D environment.

Australia AU$Excellent

Contact: Lucy Ref: 32709

This is a fantastic studio that has a space open for your fantastic skills and games background. They are currently developing their next high paced, visually alive title for the next generation consoles and PC's.

They are currently looking for an experienced Level Designer, with at least 3 years experience in a similar role and one published FPS title under their belt, to join their team. The successful candidate will have strong Unreal 3 experience. They will be working on a AAA FPS for current gen consoles and PC.

Warsaw €Negotiable

Contact: Lucy Ref: 32645

This central UK games company develops and publishes games for Sony, Nintendo, Microsoft and PCs, as well as multiplayer and world games for internet play. They have been in existence for years and have had many No 1 hits across Europe. They have been voted Publisher of the Year by gaming magazines.

They are currently looking for two level designers to join a new racing project. Candidates must have at least one year of experience and they will also consider Senior Level Designers as well. The successful candidate will have good 3DS Max skills as well as an interest in working on racing titles.

Midlands to £35K

Contact: Lucy Ref: 32644

Making games since 2000, this Amsterdam studio has a proven reputation for creating original AAA titles for high profile publishers. Now working exclusively with an industry leader, on their current and next gen technologies and with a major franchise in the pipeline, they are looking to recruit creative and talented individuals to join their determined and experienced multi-disciplinary game teams. Although the studio employs staff from over a dozen different countries, English is the common working language.

They are currently looking for an exceptional Senior Games Designer to join their team. The successful candidate will have a pivotal role in formulating the game design.

Requirements:

- At least one published FPS/action title as a Senior Games Designer
- Experience with all stages of game development
- Excellent sense of fun gameplay, with experience in tuning and balancing.
- Strong understanding of UI principles, usability and playability
- Excellent communication skills.

The Netherlands €DoE

Contact: Lucy Ref: 32607

Our client is the leading provider and pioneer of online games with a number of awards won in the past year for the innovation and creativity. With their new technologies, they are able to realize new game concepts which contain graphics with a quality similar to that of console games but can still be played without downloading anything.

They are currently seeking several experienced Senior or Lead Games Designers to join their team. The Games Designers will be responsible for developing game content and game mechanics, as well as game balancing in their multiplayer games. They will also be responsible for the level and story design.

The successful candidate will have an excellent understanding of the principles of design and the games industry as a whole. They will have experience with programming, scripting and visual design, along with excellent mathematical and analytical skills. Applicants must have at approximately 5 years experience and must have MMO / online experience.

German language skills would be advantageous, but not a necessity, as this is an English speaking, international studio. German (or English) lessons would be provided.

Germany €Competitive

Contact: Lucy Ref: 32572

Our client, a new studio in the Midlands, is looking for a highly talented Lead Designer to join their growing team, in return for excellent renumeration. They are particularly interested in candidates who have demonstrable experience leading a team on a AAA current gen console title. They will be involved in working on a big budget console title. Any MMO or free to play experience would be advantageous. Please contact me for further details.

Midlands £Excellent + package

Contact: Lucy Ref: 32555

Our client is a leading game development studio, currently working on quality titles for the global market. With a fantastic city centre location, this studio is made up of experienced and dedicated developers, working across all major platforms.

They currently require and experienced Lead Designer to work on an titles on PS3 and Wii. Applicants must have at least 3 years in a Senior role and several published titles. Experience leading a team would be advantageous.

Austria €50K+ - dependent on experience

Contact: Lucy Ref: 32539

Working in a dynamic team with the aim of creating a fantastic portfolio of mobile games IP / titles. Focussed primarily on Android / iPhone and iPad platforms you will write design documents, research new technological developments within the leading edge games / mobile games sector and try to add to the company's knowledge base. You will be skilled at multitasking and be at ease working on multiple projects simultaneously.

My client's games are focused on one or more specific target groups, you must be able to mentally and emotionally connect to different types of players, even if their interests don’t match yours. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate proven high level acheivemehnt within a leading or well respected mobile games studio, my client is making a big push into mobile and is backing this with big budget resources! Its a fantastic opportunity to join one of the worlds best games studios and take a creative lead on exciting new projects and new business direction. Please get in touch ASAP for more info!

The Netherlands €Good + benefits

Contact: Lucy Ref: 32495

Senior Mobile Game Designer - EMEA

A Unique senior design opportunity, working in a dynamic mobile games team with the aim of creating a fantastic portfolio of mobile games IP / titles. Focussed primarily on Android / iPhone and iPad platforms you will write design documents, research new technological developments within the leading edcge games / mobile games sector and try to add to the company's knowledge base. You will be skilled at multitasking and be at ease working on multiple projects simultaneously. My clients games are focused on one or more specific target groups, you must be able to mentally and emotionally connect to different types of players, even if their interests don’t match yours. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate proven high level acheivement within a leading or well respected mobile games studio, my client is making a big push into mobile and is backing this with big budget resources! Its a fantastic opportunity to join one of the worlds best games studios and take a creative lead on exciting new projects and new business direction!

Please get in touch ASAP for more info!
Cheers
Matt.

Europe £antastic

Contact: Matthew Ref: 32494

This is Australia’s largest video game developer and a leading independent development studio in the worldwide game development community. Their vision is to cultivate technological and artistic achievement, creating proprietary technologies that facilitate superior game development for both original and licensed properties. The company has proven expertise in developing games for the current gen platforms and is already engaged in working on next gen as well as all handheld platforms. With offices in three cities in Australia, they offer a challenging and rewarding career, but also a great lifestyle opportunity. To date, they have created ten successful titles on multiple platforms and languages comprising of 37 SKUs.

This is a superb opportunity for an experienced senior level designer to join a successful studio in a sunny climate! The successful candidate will manage a team of Level Designers and work closely with the Lead Artist, Lead Programmer and Producer.

The successful candidate with have 5+ years' experience working as a Level Designer and have experience managing a team too. They must have extensive experience with 3rd party level design editors (UnrealEd, Doom Edit etc) or existing in house game development editors as well an ability and understanding of working in a 3D environment.

Australia AU$Excellent

Contact: Lucy Ref: 32480

Every single one of the 200 developers at this studio shares a passion for games - it shines through their impressive track record. Their advanced, integrated platform of technology & tools, which they've been evolving for 14 years, helps them maximise the care and attention to detail they put into all aspects of their work as they continue to drive towards their vision: of videogames being the world's premier form of entertainment. They're committed to making innovative, quality games. They have an exciting, varied crop of current projects and they want talented individuals to work with them. They've got a great work environment based in Cambridge, a fun university city with a good quality of life, and they make sure it's both a stimulating place to work and a meritocracy. They care about career development, encourage ideas and contribution and enthuse their staff to keep improving, whatever their chosen discipline and stage of career - They're big enough to be professional, and flexible enough for everyone to make a difference.

Our client is currently looking for Senior Designers to join their team to work on a variety of original IPs and AAA licenced games. The successful candidate will use the studio's game editor and scripting system to implement their own design concept through to the final gameplay detail.

Successful applicants must have a very broad experience of playing games and be able to demonstrate an excellent understanding gameplay mechanisms.

Requirements:

- At least 3 years games design experience
- Excellent verbal and written skills
- Experience designing for XBox360 and PS3
- At least one AAA title under their belt
- Experience mentoring junior designers a bonus.

South East £DoE

Contact: Lucy Ref: 32476

This is Australia’s largest video game developer and a leading independent development studio in the worldwide game development community. Their vision is to cultivate technological and artistic achievement, creating proprietary technologies that facilitate superior game development for both original and licensed properties. The company has proven expertise in developing games for the current gen platforms and is already engaged in working on next gen as well as all handheld platforms. With offices in three cities in Australia, they offer a challenging and rewarding career, but also a great lifestyle opportunity. To date, they have created ten successful titles on multiple platforms and languages comprising of 37 SKUs.

Our client is currently looking for a fantastic Design Director with plenty of experience. The successful candidate will have extensive experience managing a team of designers on AAA games and be comfortable handling multiple projects. They will be responsible for leading the direction of all the design within the studio. They will also be responsible for all the usability testing and training of the design team. Some travel will be required, to industry events etc.

Australia AUS$DoE

Contact: Lucy Ref: 32481

This games company has been in existence for years and have had many No 1 hits across Europe. They have built a new world-class studio, allowing their highly talented and capable teams to develop cross-platform original IP. They pride themselves on the culture and values of their working environment and understand what it takes to deliver the best.

They are currently seeking an experienced Senior Level Designer, with at least 1 shipped action title under their belt, to join the team. The Senior Level Design will be expected to make valuable contributions to both the concept and vision of the project, working closely with the Lead Level Designer. The successful candidate will have at least 4 years experience as a level designer and experience managing a small team is advantageous. Please contact me for a full job spec.

Surrey £GOOD + benefits

Contact: Lucy Ref: 32421

Making games since 2000, this Amsterdam studio has a proven reputation for creating original AAA titles for high profile publishers. Now working exclusively with an industry leader, on their current and next gen technologies and with a major franchise in the pipeline, they are looking to recruit creative and talented individuals to join their determined and experienced multi-disciplinary game teams. Although the studio employs staff from over a dozen different countries, English is the common working language.

Our client is currently looking for a thoroughly experienced and enthusiastic senior or regular multiplayer designer. The successful candidate will be responsible for the multiplayer component of their project, steering the development of levels and game mechanics from high-level design to final implementation. They will work withing a team of experienced Designers, and work closely with other departments on all things multiplayer. This is an important role with a fantastic studio.

Requirements:

- Must have worked on the multiplayer component in a professional capacity, designing levels and environments
- Experience in a senior role on at least one shipped title, preferably
- Must have demonstrable experience of designing missions, weapons, player abilities, user interface designs, etc.
- Experience with Maya or MAX (other level editors are a bonus).
- Experience with Adobe Photoshop, scripting languages (LUA a bonus), MS Office and project management tools.

The Netherlands €DoE

Contact: Lucy Ref: 32265

This USA video game developer and publisher is made up of industry veterans. They are currently producing console titles for the Microsoft Natal.

They are currently looking for an experienced Lead Designer to join their studio in New England. Please note that they are keen to hear from candidates who do not require a work permit to work in the US. They will consider superstar candidates from outside the US as long as they have previous experience developing for Natal and at least 10 years design experience.

The Lead Designer will be involved in all design aspects of the game development, will mentor the design team, build and maintain the project schedules and help provide the creative direction for the company. They will be responsible for getting the maximum out of the Natal motion-sensing technology, creating highly innovative game play.

The successful candidate will have a srong understanding of game design processes and previous experience as a Senior or Lead Designer working on motion based games involving human characters. They just also have shipped at least one title. Experience with either NaturalMotion's Morpheme engine or Emergent's Gamebryo engine would be a great advantage.

New England, USA $Negotiable

Contact: Lucy Ref: 32218

This central UK games company develops and publishes games for Sony, Nintendo, Microsoft and PCs, as well as multiplayer and world games for internet play. They have been in existence for years and have had many No 1 hits across Europe. They have been voted Publisher of the Year by gaming magazines.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a junior or experienced designer to join a newly formed racing team within highly successful studio. The successful candidate will have a great enthusiasm for cars and racing games and have a minimum 1 year's games industry experience as a designer, preferably on a racing title.

Midlands £DoE

Contact: Lucy Ref: 32199

Our client based in Quebec, Canada, is a progressive gaming company with a fantastic reputation in the industry which rewards its employees with a great salary and excellent benefits including relocation package for those candidates living abroad or away from Quebec City.

They are currently looking for an experienced Level Designer to join their team on a contract basis, with the possibility of going permanent. The successful candidate will create engaging and dynamic gameplay, level and game content for the studio. They must have at least 3 years professional console level design experience and at least 2 shipped console titles as a level designer. Knowledge of Scrum/Agile methodology, LUA scripting ability and experience of Gamebryo would be advantageous.

Canada CAD$Good

Contact: Lucy Ref: 32188

This central UK games company develops and publishes games for Sony, Nintendo, Microsoft and PCs, as well as multiplayer and world games for internet play. They have been in existence for years and have had many No 1 hits across Europe. They have been voted Publisher of the Year by gaming magazines.

They currently require an experienced designer to join their team to work on a new high profile IP. The Chief Games Designer will be responsible for the conceptualisation and direction of project(s) within the studio. They will also be responsible for overseeing the designs of all projects within the studio and monitor those projects through development ensuring that they adhere to the vision and direction, meeting the highest standard within required timescales. Applicants must have a minimum of 5 years' proven games design experience, with at least two completed titles under their belt. Other requirements include experience of playing both PC and console games, knowledge 3D Studio Max and experience of code e.g. C/C++ or AI programming. Some animation skills, HTML knowledge and project management experience would also be advantageous. They are looking for designers who are experienced in racing or strategy games.

Midlands £DoE

Contact: Lucy Ref: 32176

This central UK games company develops and publishes games for Sony, Nintendo, Microsoft and PCs, as well as multiplayer and world games for internet play. They have been in existence for years and have had many No 1 hits across Europe. They have been voted Publisher of the Year by gaming magazines.

They are currently looking for a Senior Level Designer to work on a number of upcoming AAA titles. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the design and gameplay production of all missions for the relevant titles.

Candidates should have have:
- At least one released current generation title (360, PS3) as a level designer
- A demonstrable track record of problem-solving and creative thinking
- Experience of 3D Studio Max is essential
- The ability to inspire others and lead by example.

Midlands £DoE

Contact: Lucy Ref: 32146

This is Barcelona’s elite international video game developer. The studio team is composed of industry veterans who have collectively released over 10 million units on all current and next-generation platforms. This is a worldwide player developing innovative gaming concepts and breakthrough gaming technologies.

More details to follow.

Spain €Negotiable

Contact: Lucy Ref: 32093