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These games jobs were last updated on 09/05/08. If you are interested in any of them please quote the ref no(s) and send your CV.

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.
In this role you will be reporting to the Director of Online Games whilst managing producers and associate producers.

Main responsibilities:
-Project Planning
-Project Management
-Strategic Planning
-Product Evaluation
-Team Management

You must have:
-Experience with MMO or other Online Games
-Experience generating and tracking contracts
-Minimum 3 years Production experience across multiple projects


Other duites will include:
-Present progress of titles at major review meetings taking full accountability for product status
-To remain aware of competitive titles in the marketplace and to report on them from time to time as requested
-To carry out such production tasks as may be required by the Director, Online Games or VP & GM, COG
-Manage emergency incidents within projects and production as when required
-Offering out of work hours services as required.

Southam £DOE

Contact: Sarah Ref: 26360 09/05/08

My client is world renowned for being the first company to create 3D character animation software based on an astounding new technology developed at one of the worlds top universities. Their in-house character animation technology utilizes Adaptive Behaviours and Artificial Intelligence to simulate the human-nervous system. Now being used by top developers on Playstation 3, Xbox 360, and PC titles, this company is responsible for creating unique game moments and previously unachievable interactivity. This ever expanding and wholly innovative company is now working on its own in house game projects for all Next-Gen platforms, as well as projects for the film and TV industry. With customers such as Sony, LucasArts, Rockstar, Giant Killer Robots, The Mill, Capcom, Namco and Konami, this company will surely continue to lead the way in creating stunningly realistic effects for film, TV, and games in the coming decades.

The successful candidate will be involved in the creation, maintenance and extension of professional 3D animation packages used in CG and games studios throughout the world.

Central to this role is the integration and extension of a contemporary 3D renderer and its associated object API for interactive tool use.

Solid C++ skills are a must, as well as team working and the ability to communicate well with a wide variety of people in the CG industry.

The position requires knowledge in the following areas:

3D rendering and OpenGL, with user interaction
Creating high quality 2D and 3D user interfaces
Large and extensible applications
Additionally, any experience in the following areas would be beneficial:

Open Scene Graph
Lua / scripting
wxWidgets (wxWindows).

Oxford £Good

Contact: Barry Ref: 26363 09/05/08

This highly successful studio on the South Coast is owned by a global company that self-publishes and licenses a broad portfolio of video games for multiple platforms in all major markets worldwide. Are you a fan of driving games and have you deveoped similar games for Xbox 360 and PS3?

Our Client is looking for candidates either in similar positions within the games industry, or from a software development background looking to get into a creative industry.

Requirements:

-A minimum of three years project management / coordination experience,; with experience of managing or coordinating large-scale projects an advantage
-Excellent technical skills, including a competent working knowledge of tools essential for planning and tracking; plus the ability to understand technology issues
-Flexibility and adaptability; assertiveness and persuasiveness
-Proven organizational skills; effective in written, verbal and written communication; and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast paced environment
-Able to work independently on routine tasks with little supervision
-Practical experience and/or an understanding of ‘Scrum / Agile’ project management methodologies an advantage
-A knowledge of the Entertainment Software industry an advantage.

Brighton £DOE

Contact: Sarah Ref: 26271 09/05/08

Based in the North East this studio has made a smooth transition from successful independent to becoming the sole UK developer for one of the world's biggest multi-national publisher/developers, with the combination of innovation and security that this implies. Our Client is looking for a strong Senior Producer to monitor, coordinate, and drive all aspects of the development process including testing, marketing, sales, legal issues, localization issues, and project scheduling/tracking.

Essential skills:
-Work with studio management and department leads to establish and maintain the game’s vision, feature set, scope, staffing plan, schedule and budget.
- A natural leader: people believe in what you lay out, listen to the direction you give them, and are willing to follow you. You are ready and willing to lead the charge.
-Ability to lay out the overall development plan for a game, providing input for the design of games and nurturing the project from concept to implementation to ship.
-Manage day to day development issues, attempting to predict and avoid problems, while being prepared to troubleshoot and provide conflict resolution as needed.
-Manage project budgets, balancing game features with resources and timeline.
-Review and analyze all documents, task lists and interim builds from developers. Create and modify schedules as needed.
-Review practicality of game design and technical design documents.
-Review milestone deliveries to ensure quality and consistency with design and licensed brand.
-Participate in product demonstrations and press interviews as needed.
-Travel and/or work at remote site as required.

There is also international travel with this role so you must hold a valid passport.

Newcastle £35-£60 DOE

Contact: Sarah Ref: 26283 09/05/08

This flourishing independent games studio, based in London, has full funding from one of the industries biggest publishers and is actively developing titles for current and next gen consoles.

This London Studio havea seat ready for a great conceprt artist to work on a AAA title on the next generation platforms.

To get the nod they would love to see samples of environment and character work.
Your knowledge of anatomy and appreciation for colour theory is at a high level.
You can turn your hand to various styles and hit deadlines

Working to deadlines is of no problem to you and you have 1 title to hand already
Your strong communication skills are also verbal .

London £DOE

Contact: Matt Ref: 26355 09/05/08

This is one of the UK's leading developers. The people behind this company have produced some of the world's best selling games. By only recruiting the very best people it has created a tremendous reputation for excellence.

The successful candidate will be working within the animation team, responsible for re-targeting, cleaning and finessing motion capture performance data, delivering game-ready animation data

To be highly regarded you will have a thorough understanding of the motion capture pipeline, from acquisition through solving and delivery

You will have a solid experience in features/game production. You will be proficient in Autodesk Motionbuilder/Giant Nuance or equivalent software .A
proven experience working with motion editing toolsets, layering motion through additive edit is required

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to developing and establishing a workflow with the Mo-cap td and animation lead. You will be a positive, active, and contributing team member; to be proactive and help with problem solving.

Surrey 18 month contract role.

Contact: Matt Ref: 26356 09/05/08

We are managing Sony Computer Entertainment's development recruitment in the UK. Their Cambridge Studio, renowned for action adventure games, has won major acclaim for past releases.

This is a chance for a top game artist to work on a new AAA next gen title.
You will have several titles under your belt already.
Moe information will follow soon so tighten up your folios now.

Cambridge £Good

Contact: Matt Ref: 26357 09/05/08

Our client is a production house which prides itself on creating stunning computer-generated 3D imagery and animations. It is widely recognised in the industry for producing 3D films that make a real impact on their target audience and deliver awesome image quality. They have a successful history of producing technically accurate 3D models, as well as imaginative characters, concepts and realistic environments, all brought to life using a powerful mix of illustration and film making techniques.

Our client is looking for experienced Animators with the ability to light and finish their own scenes. You would be required to work in-house at their studios in the North West and be part of a highly experienced and talented team working on exciting, high quality projects for forward thinking clients.

Candidates should:
Be reliable with a proven track record.
Be motivated, self-disciplined, and able to take a shot from start to finish.
Have proven knowledge of and experience animating with 3DS Max.
All round skills in modelling, texturing, lighting are highly desired.

North West £DOE

Contact: Matt Ref: 26358 09/05/08

This company is responsible for one of the most widely played MMORPGs in the world, in addition to developing and marketing over 30 different online games. They are currently consolidating a period of rapid growth and are looking for top developers and support staff to complement their dedicated and successful team.
This top studio is looking for a solid 3D modelller with vast management skills.
You will oversee a team of 5 - 10 modellers working on large projects;
You will like the managemenrt side of this opportunity as much as the modelling.

Requirements:

Experience of commercial 3d packages such as XSI, Maya and 3dStudio Max, working on a variety of modelling projects involving the creation of characters, creatures, vehicles and architectural assets;

Experience of managing small creative teams;

You are a positive communicator with the ability to work with staff from all areas of the company.


Drop me a lline now, and then we can get things going!

Cambridge £29k + benefits + 10% bonus

Contact: Matt Ref: 26359 09/05/08

Our client is a wholly owned subsidiary of a Japanese corporation. With an extensive global network they now have over 2,500 employees world-wide.

They are looking for an outstanding candidate to join their small, tight-knit and energetic team in West London.

The position will suit a sales professional with at least 2 years experience in a sales role for a publisher, manufacturer or distributor. The person will need to be proactive, well organised, persuasive, and conscientious, have good attention to detail and work autonomously. They must also have a genuine interest in video games and the video games market.

The Skills & Experience
- Strong relationship building and account management skills
- Strong presentation skills which includes demonstration of product
- Very numerate
- Strong Word, Excel and PowerPoint skills
- Good negotiation skills
- Comprehensive video games product knowledge
- Clean Driving licence

Tasks
- Manage the day to day business of our retail and distribution partners
- Presentation and demonstration of new product releases to buyers
- Chasing/tracking customer orders
- Monitoring stock/sell thru of catalogue
- Negotiation and implementation of Trade Marketing activity
- Proactively seek new and back catalogue business opportunities.

West London £DoE

Contact: Geoff Ref: 3053 09/05/08

A global home entertainment company, they are about to launch their e-commerce web site across Europe

National Account Manager - Video Games

Our client are a leading international media and entertainment company. Their business divisions span many industries including interactive/online services, cable systems, film studios, home entertainment, television networks and publishing.

Whether measured by quality, popularity or financial results, their divisions are at the top of their categories. They maintain unrivalled reputations for creativity and excellence as they keep people informed, entertained and connected. More than a collection of great brands that are owned under one roof, the businesses strive to gain competitive advantage from opportunities for constructive collaboration.

They are a true global entertainment corporation and are in the process of building a new European games publishing business. Due to their ambitious growth plans they are now recruiting a Sales Representative

The Sales represenative is responsible for understanding all facets of the product, competitive set, and marketing strategies and tactics. They will attend EMEA meetings and industry events and be responsible for communication of forecasts, budgets, and consumer sell-off for his/her accounts. You will work closely alongside trade marketing, merchandising and category management to launch new products and promotions.

Our client are looking for an outstanding National account manager with at least 3 years video games sales experience, 4+ years of overall sales experience you will be a strong communicator, have excellent presentation skills and highly detailed knowledge of the European and local country games business and relationships with key market players


The position would suit an experienced video games sales professional who can see the bigger picture of the opportunity presented by the world’s best known entertainment company.

London £50k + 30% Bonus

Contact: Geoff Ref: 3054 09/05/08

This Scottish company works solely on original game titles for next gen consoles, using a unique concept and technology that will create new possibilities in massively multi-player on-line gaming.

They are looking for a Tools Programmer to design, develop and support the technology & tools for next generation games.

Required
- Good BSc or equivalent in a relevant subject (e.g. Maths or Computer Science)
- C++, Object-oriented design, Geometry & Rendering

Knowledge/Skills in the following areas a plus
- C#, Python
- SQL, Web technologies.
- UI Design, Forms and GUI Toolkits
- 3DS Max plug-ins.

Scotland To £30K

Contact: Andrea Ref: 26362 09/05/08

My client is a leading publisher / distributor of casual online video games, headquartered in the US, and with offices in Seattle, Europe and Asia, they are currently looking for an Online Marketing Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to start their marketing career within a well established marketing team.

You will help manage product assortments on partner websites making sure all games are accurately depicted and positioned on t he website based on trends and product performance.

Skills/ Experience required:
Degree
-At least 1 year's experience in marketing or similar environment
-IT skills
- Good attention to detail
-Strong analytical skills
-Interest in online communications
-Passion for games is a plus.

London £18-20,000+ benefits

Contact: Katy Ref: 3055 09/05/08

With more than 61 million attendees at over 28,000 events annually, our client is the world's largest diversified promoter and producer of live entertainment events including music concerts, theatrical performances and specialized motor sports events. They own, operate or has booking rights for 150 venues worldwide including 107 domestic and 43 international venue sites.

Currently they are seeking a front end Web Designer to work closely between both the design and development team members. You will be highly proficient at front-end UI development and knowledgeable of W3C standards and accessibility issues.

You should have five years experience in a front-end web development capacity and three years experience and be highly proficient in raw hand coded XHTML, CSS2/3 and JavaScript, DHTML and XML. Knowledge of Photoshop and Fireworks. Detailed knowledge of cross browser/device XHTML and CSS design and development techniques. Copy writing/proofing and SEO Techniques. Ability to develop to W3C standards and integration of multimedia content into websites. Detailed knowledge of UI design, must have some past development experience with at least one other Interpreted language (ASP preferred, or PHP) .

Most importantly you should have strong business communication skills, be fluent in English, educated to degree level and be a regular concert goer!

Oxford Circus £NEG

Contact: David Ref: 1461 09/05/08

Leading publisher and distributor of casual online video games, headquartered in the US and with offices in Seattle, Europe and Asia, is looking for a Community Manager. You should be web savvy in community trends, social networking sites and familiar with casual games.

An avid casual gamer able to take the pulse of the members of the community and actively create content, programs and drive enhancements to the product offering. The role requires enthusiasm and initiative, a deep awareness and understanding of existing methods for community development and a desire to innovate in order to achieve the best possible results. You will increase member interaction in the community, increase the frequency and length of member visits, and drive overall member satisfaction.

Degree in Business, Marketing or related field and a strong working knowledge of online fundamentals. Proven analytical skills, including interpreting site analytics and comfortable with basic HTML. Experienced with content management systems and an analytical and marketing background preferred. Further European languages advantageous.

Covent Garden £25000-30000

Contact: David Ref: 1460 09/05/08

This Scottish company works solely on original game titles for next gen consoles, using a unique concept and technology that will create new possibilities in massively multi-player on-line gaming.

They need a Senior Software Engineer to work on a PC or XBOX 360 title.
The successful candidate will be responsible for some supervision of engineers and play a proactive role in software architecture.

Required skills and experience:
- Good BSc or equivalent in a relevant subject.
- 3 years’ professional Software Engineering in a team environment
- Experience in recent 3D games technology or similar.
- C++ or C#
- Object-oriented Design
- PC/Windows, understanding of game application programming
- Ability to communicate ideas well and assist junior programmers
- Skills in any of Networking, AI, Physics, Rendering, Animation or other key game technologies.

Scotland To £40K

Contact: Andrea Ref: 26361 09/05/08

Our client is a leading global publisher and developer of mobile games. Their portfolio of top-rated games includes original titles, franchises, and titles based on major brands. Founded in 2001, they are based in San Mateo, California and have offices in London, Hong Kong, France, Germany and Brazil.

We are seeking a lead developer, to join our team and co-ordinate the
creation of triple A titles for mobile devices.

Key Tasks

* Maintain code/development schedule for all games
* Initiate internal tools development
* Design future technology base and oversee development cycle
* Responsible for overall code reviews and overall code quality across
titles
* Ensure portability of game code
* Recruit and train team members
* Assist game developers when coding complex components
* Optimize bug handling and reporting process with QA
* Optimize porting handover and communication with porting team
* Manage communication between team-members and other teams
* Responsible for delivering quality games on time every time
* Take part in overall creative vision

Experience

* Experience with J2ME/J2SE and/or native mobile platforms
* Experience as technical team leader
* Strong knowledge of software development and project management
processes
* Strong knowledge of game development and mobile games

Other skills

* An organized worker with great attention to detail
* Experience working with project management tools
* Strong verbal and written communication
* Passionate and motivating personality with good people skills
* Ability to work under pressure
* Keen games player.

London £Excellent

Contact: Barry Ref: 26354 08/05/08

We are managing all of Sony Computer Entertainment's games recruitment and the London office is a world class development studio. It has unrivalled development facilities and offers a creative and stimulating environment coupled with access to the best London has to offer from their Soho office. Our client is looking for an experienced individual to serve as a Project Coordinator that will assist in the management of production processes for a series of disc releases. You will be responsible for helping to ensure that disc releases are on time and within the budget.

Other responsibilities include:
- Supporting each team within production
- Serving as the main contact for all matters between the gaming and music departments
- Keeping record of a project's progress and reporting it to management.
- Assisting managers in setting and completing milestones.

An ideal candidate will have:
- The ability to adapt and prioritise in a rapidly changing environment
- Strong organisational skills
- A detail-oriented mindset
- Success in planning and managing activities in order to reach deadlines
- Games industry experience
- Strong and effective communication skills.

Please note that this is initially a 6 month contract.

West End £neg

Contact: Sarah Ref: 26233 08/05/08

Founded in 1988, this company has created over fifty successful titles and is established as one of the leading games developers for the software industry. The company is best known for designing one of the most consistent best-selling series of all time.

Unfortunately this is only open to candidates with industry experience

To get the nod you will be capable of quick, neat, realistic environment modelling and able to interpret concept art and source material into quality assets. You will have an advanced level of the tool set in Max and Photoshop and the ability to create quality texture maps to a Next Gen standard. Your work demonstrates an understanding of form and shape, and a keen eye for lighting, and colour theory. An art-related background would be preferred.

Oxford £DOE

Contact: Matt Ref: 26350 08/05/08

Founded in 1988, this company has created over fifty successful titles and is established as one of the leading games developers for the software industry. The company is best known for designing one of the most consistent best-selling series of all time.

This successful company are looking for a special animator to join teir team.
You should possess excellent animation skills and understand the aspects of creating animation for in game use.

Knowledge of rigging and skinningand Mel scripting ia advantageous
Knowledge of motion capture/builder would be an advantage
Industry experience is preferred

Showreel:
Please include evidence on your showreel of realistic animation for both human and animal at least one walk and run cycle.

Derby DOE

Contact: Matt Ref: 26349 08/05/08

This company is a very well established and highly regarded developer based in the Midlands. The founders are legends and have been producing big games since the early 1980s. They develop for Xbox and PS2 and treat their staff very well indeed - employees receive an excellent benefits package which includes pension, health insurance and a loyalty bonus.

This is a great chance to work on an exciting opportunity to work on a next generation 3rd person action title for a major publisher.

You will be able to create high quality geometry imagery, Strong environment work is a must coupled with a strong knowledge of next generation texturing and material passes.

Proficiency in Maya and industry experience essential. Apply now.

Midlands £17 - £30k

Contact: Matt Ref: 26348 08/05/08

Every single one of the 150 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. Headed by a legend in the industry this leading independent developer has a track record of games that have defined genres, been critically acclaimed and sold many millions of copies. They continue to innovate and are well known for incorporating many technological and game-play firsts. They are currently recruiting to deliver on an exceptionally strong, varied portfolio of 'next gen' projects. They offer a friendly, professional atmosphere and great working environment, are passionate about games and actively encourage individuals to develop both their skills and careers, and influence the company as a whole.
Our client is looking for character artists who have studied the human form and can realize both believable realistic and stylised characters.

Successful candidates will also have a strong interest in gaming, a good working knowledge of 3DS Max and ZBrush, good knowledge in and of low and high poly modelling, UV mapping, texturing and advanced map generation (e.g. normal, specular & parallax).

Experience in Photoshop and traditional art skills are highly advantageous.

Cambridge £DOE

Contact: Matt Ref: 26347 08/05/08

Every single one of the 150 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. Headed by a legend in the industry this leading independent developer has a track record of games that have defined genres, been critically acclaimed and sold many millions of copies. They continue to innovate and are well known for incorporating many technological and game-play firsts. They are currently recruiting to deliver on an exceptionally strong, varied portfolio of 'next gen' projects. They offer a friendly, professional atmosphere and great working environment, are passionate about games and actively encourage individuals to develop both their skills and careers, and influence the company as a whole.
Our client require excellent envirionment artist to encompass a range of genres.

Successful candidates will have a strong interest in gaming, a good working knowledge of 3DS Max, good knowledge in and of low and high poly modelling, UV mapping, texturing and advanced map generation (e.g. normal, specular & parallax). Experience in Photoshop and traditional art skills are highly advantageous.

Artist with excelent non 3D Max skills will also be considered

Industry experience is important but not essential.

Cambridge £DOE

Contact: Matt Ref: 26346 08/05/08

This highly successful studio on the South Coast is owned by a global company that self-publishes and licenses a broad portfolio of video games for multiple platforms in all major markets worldwide.
A position is open for you to work on a new-gen original IP racing game.
Your CV will show your high experience in the games industry,
You will have a string of multiple titles shipped.
Your showreel will show the quality and creative skills at your disposal.
Maya is preferred but another industry standard package will be considered.

To hear more and apply for this role, please get in touch with me.

Brighton £DOE

Contact: Matt Ref: 26344 08/05/08

Every single one of the 150 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. Headed by a legend in the industry this leading independent developer has a track record of games that have defined genres, been critically acclaimed and sold many millions of copies. They continue to innovate and are well known for incorporating many technological and game-play firsts. They are currently recruiting to deliver on an exceptionally strong, varied portfolio of 'next gen' projects. They offer a friendly, professional atmosphere and great working environment, are passionate about games and actively encourage individuals to develop both their skills and careers, and influence the company as a whole. 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.

We are recruiting experienced programmers for their games teams to help develop comprehensive networking support using their outstanding in-house technology on exciting XBox360, PC and PS3 titles.
Your background:
- Either a good degree, or solid track record, in Computer Science, Maths or Physics or related technical discipline
- Specialization in online / network programming.
- Industry experience required, not necessary related to games development.
- Advanced understanding of C++ and object oriented programming
- Knowledge of low-level networking APIs.
- Familiarity with Xbox Live! or PSN a plus
- Write well organized code
- Capable of code design
- Good communication.

Cambs £DOE

Contact: Andrea Ref: 26353 08/05/08

This Northern company has been around for almost fifteen years, and has produced hundreds of games during its lifetime. While they have produced games for every major platform, the company is currently concentrating on innovative racing games for consoles. They have offices in Hong Kong and China.

They are looking for 2 Flash Programmers. Candidates will have experience in developing application components using Flash and Action Script 2.0 and the ability to implement and maintain efficient reusable UI elements and code. Experience creating data driven flash based solutions would also be desirable as would strong C++ programming. The flash work will be integrated into a C++ game engine. The role would be ideal for a creative programmer with artistic skills.

North East £DOE + excellent benefits

Contact: Andrea Ref: 26351 08/05/08

For over 10 years this Australian multi-platform game development studio has been creating award-winning, top-selling games. With every product they demonstrate the company's commitment to delivering a high-quality game experience to their consumers. Already developing a number of next-generation titles, on PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and Wii, the company is exploiting the hardware capabilities of each unit to guarantee a rich gaming experience on all of its products.

They are currently recruiting for their next big franchise. Applicants will display a high level of enthusiasm, demonstrate creative, original thought, a passion for games and their particular speciality. Candidates will be proficient in C/C++, have 3+ years of experience and be looking for the next step up in their career.

They are recruiting for a variety of disciplines (including graphics, sound and networking) and involve implementation of game features.

Requirements:
- Strong Maths
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to work closely with other team members to create great games.
- C++ on windows, Unix, or Linux.

Australia £DOE

Contact: Andrea Ref: 26352 08/05/08

Sony Computer Entertainment is looking for an experienced Web Programmer to join its tools team for PLAYSTATION Home. The job will involve maintenance, development and support on Content Management and Asset Publishing tools. We are looking for a well rounded c# developer with good exposure to MS SQLServer and ASP.NET. The candidate should have a strong programming background, ideally C++ or Java rather than PHP or VB. This position offers a great opportunity within a high profile SCE project.

Oxford Circus £NEG

Contact: David Ref: 1459 08/05/08

This global developer and publisher of games SW across many platforms has its HQ in NY but also has Sales and Mktg subsidiaries across Europe

OEM/ INTERNATIONAL SALES TERRITORY MANAGER

Our client is looking to recruit a talented individual to serve as an International Sales Manager and drive revenue for the company. You will be creating licensing agreements with contacts in various countries.

Responsibilities:
- Expanding the product portfolio through discovering new licensing opportunities
- Collecting contacts for manufacturing, localisation, and co-promotional partners
- Keeping up with all licensing rules and the localisation process
- Managing accounts across various territories
- Analyzing these accounts and making forecasts and marketing plans based on collected information

An ideal candidate will have:
- Experience in international business
- A background in licensing agreements
- An urge to travel for your job
- Knowledge of all Microsoft office applications
- A self-driven and proactive attitude.

South West London £40k

Contact: Geoff Ref: 3052 08/05/08

Digital Marketing Manager – Based London – Salary Negotiable

This is a truly unique opportunity to join one of the world's leading developers & publishers of interactive entertainment software - who develop our products for all popular game systems, personal computers and wireless devices.

THE ROLE

-Reporting directly to the Marketing Director for the UK & Ireland, the Digital Marketing Manager is ultimately responsible for the effective planning, selling-in, coordination and timely delivery of all aspects of our digital / online marketing plan.

-They will act as an internal ‘Center of Excellence’ to initially establish and ultimately grow our digital marketing strategy and capabilities across Product Marketing, Trade Marketing and PR. In this respect, they will own the relationship between the UK & Ireland and CEM (Central European Marketing) on all online issues, as well as being the key contact point for our external online agency team (Media Planning & Buying, Creative, Community Management).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

-In conjunction with the Marketing Director, develop, sell-in, deliver and optimize an overall Digital Marketing Strategy for the UK & Ireland across our portfolio of games titles and brand initiatives
- Work closely with each respective Product Marketing Manager, PR Manager and Trade Marketing Manager to ensure that all budgets assigned for Digital / Online Marketing are maximized to meet our specified marketing objectives and deliver against our sell-in / through targets
- Maintain an ongoing knowledge of the developments in digital / online marketing practices, tactics and tools; educate the team to ensure that best practices are being applied throughout all our marketing and PR activities
- Manage Online Product Marketing, Search Engine Marketing, Online Community Marketing, Website Management, Email Marketing, Online Trade Marketing

KEY COMPETENCIES

-Graduate calibre with solid experience of and expertise in all aspects of digital / online marketing, with an excellent knowledge of the latest developments in this space
- Proven track record in delivering impactful and effective digital marketing campaigns utilizing a mix of media and mechanics
- Experience of working in a fast-paced hi-tech or new media industry, preferably computer and video games
- Proven relationship-building ability essential, ideally within a multi-layered International environment
- Excellent organizational, communication and time management skills are critical in this role
-Ability to handle large workloads and deliver appropriate materials /activity on time


BENEFITS

- Competitive basic salary
- Discretionary Annual Bonus on achievement of set objectives
- Pension
- Private Health Care
- Life Assurance (4 x basic salary)
- Income Protection / Long Term Sickness Insurance
- 25 days holiday
- Long Term Incentive Plan and opportunity to participate in our Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Interest Free Season Ticket Loan.

London £Neg

Contact: Geoff Ref: 3050 08/05/08

They are a new digital marketing agency at a very early stage of its development with excellent prospects for the right candidate. They deliver customers to leading consumer businesses in the UK and are currently looking for a CRM Strategy Manager to establish remarketing as a key revenue and profit driver of the business.

Reporting to the COO and Head of Marketing the successful candidate will have strong analytical skills and 2-3 years experience in email marketing, remarketing or CRM. Tasks and responsibilities range from segmentation and targeting of remarketing data to optimise revenue and gross profit.

This is a demanding and exciting role within a rapidly growing organisation with great career progression!

London £25-32,000

Contact: Katy Ref: 3051 08/05/08

Our client is an independently-owned game studio based near London, England. Founded in 2001, it has rapidly established itself as one of the leading game developers in Europe. Dedicated to online gaming, the studio has contributed to several high profile releases, and is currently developing an unannounced multi-platform title.
As Level Designer, you will be responsible for all aspects of level design, from initial design and block-out to detailing and incorporating playtest feedback. You should have at least 1-2 years experience in games/level design. Ideal candidates will have a good understanding of FPS game-play/game-flow demonstrated in a single-player game, have extensive experience with Radiant-based editors (such as editWorld, DoomEdit, QuakeEdit, EditWorld, CoD Radiant and GTK Radiant), and a familiarity with idTech 4 engine technology features.

Bromley DOE

Contact: Simon Ref: 26343 07/05/08

This is the Surrey arm of one of the largest independent games developers in Europe. With studios in three UK locations, they develop games for all major consoles, PC and wireless.

Our client is currently working on an exciting new game franchise, and are looking to expand their team. They require an experienced lead designer to create and build the content for the first game in their franchise. The project is yet to be announced, but is built on Nintendo’s hugely successful Wii platform.

Main Duties:

- Create and build content.
- Design content.
- Assist in creating tools.
- Manage other designers.
- Manage asset creation.

Essential Skills:

- Games Design experience
- At least one published title.
- Experience in using and designing tools.
- Experience managing a team of designers.
- Console games development.

Desirable Skills:

- Wii experience.
- LUA scripting.

Surrey 23-27k

Contact: Simon Ref: 26341 07/05/08

The people behind this company have produced some of the world's best selling games. By only recruiting the very best people it has created a tremendous reputation for excellence and as a result it is now very difficult to get into!
The Technical Designer must understand the vision of the Studio Executive and the direction of the Lead Designer and be able to assist in bringing the vision to its conclusion. You will be expected to contribute directly to the design of the game and put ideas for this across to the relevant parties and, as a 'partner' in delivering the franchise, take direction to achieve this.

You will assist in determining the need, role, and importance of all in-game systems, ensuring consistency with the game vision, assist in determining the overall number of game-play modes, and assist in determining the overall direction of the user interface. You will identify potential development risks and propose appropriate strategies to improve predictability and outcomes for the game, and will design and implement core game mechanics.

This is an extremely urgent position, and a great chance to take the lead on an exciting new project! Please contact Ben@datascope.co.uk for more information.

Guilford £40,000 -£60,000/annum

Contact: Simon Ref: 26340 07/05/08

This flourishing independent games studio, based in London, has full funding from one of the industries biggest publishers and is actively developing titles for current and next gen consoles.

This London Studioseeks an exceptionally character artist who is ready for the challenge of producing a AAA title on the next generation platforms.
Please provide a strong portfolio with examples of:
High-resolution model samples in Max and/or Z-brush and or Mudbox
They'd love to see high qualoty texture creation
Normal mapped game assets and detailed Environments.
You will have proven experience of creating a characters from concepts provided.

Having at least 1 game to you name will fast track your application

What are you waiting for show me your samples.

London £DOE

Contact: Matt Ref: 26335 07/05/08

This highly successful studio on the South Coast is owned by a global company that self-publishes and licenses a broad portfolio of video games for multiple platforms in all major markets worldwide.
A fantastic studios is on the look out for a fantastic artist to work on a new-gen original IP racing game. Your record will show your high experience in the games industry, You will have a string of titles shipped.

Your portfolio will show the quality and creative skills at your disposal.
Maya is preferred but another industry standard package will be considered.

To hear more and apply for this role, please get in touch with me.

Brighton £DOE

Contact: Matt Ref: 26333 07/05/08

This Scottish company works solely on original game titles for next gen consoles, using a unique concept and technology that will create new possibilities in massively multi-player on-line gaming.
To fulfil the requirements of this roles you will be responsible for creating inspiring and clear character and clothing concept artwork to support the 3d character modelling department. You will be able to illustrate in a range of materials and to varying set deadlines also.
You will have a great use of tone viewpoint and composition.
painted concept images from multiple viewpoints of contemporary characters and clothing which are stylish and clear to understand.


Industry experience preferred - though applicants with no industry experience, but with portfolios of exceptional quality, may also be considered.

Dundee £DOE

Contact: Matt Ref: 26332 07/05/08

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. They’ve released numerous games on PS2, Xbox and GameCube and one on PSP (plus many PS1 games!) but also now develop for the next generation of consoles; PS3, Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii, as well as for PC. Big things are happening at this company, everyone is heading in the right direction and the end product is again and again, outstandingly well made. All employees receive an excellent benefits package, including pension, health insurance and a loyalty bonus.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for your skillful high quality next generation visual/special effects . You will be working alongside a Visual Effects Programmer in order to produce some ghreat work.
Industry experience essential.

More details of this exciting project can be provided at interview.

Midlands £17 - £30k

Contact: Matt Ref: 26331 07/05/08

This company is a very well established and highly regarded developer based in the Midlands. The founders are legends and have been producing big games since the early 1980s. They developing for the next gen formats. They treat their staff very well indeed - employees receive an excellent benefits package which includes pension, health insurance and a loyalty bonus.
A great career opportunity has arisen in this solid syudio
You would need to work in Maya creating highly realistic character models, textures & in-game content.
Proficiency in Maya (or 3DSMax) and industry experience essential. You will also be responsible for guiding and mentoring other character artists on the team. Great working environment & team atmosphere. More details of this exciting research and development can be provided at interview.

Lets see what we can do for you.

Midlands £26 - £42k

Contact: Matt Ref: 26329 07/05/08

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. They’ve released numerous games on PS2, Xbox and GameCube and one on PSP (plus many PS1 games!) but also now develop for the next generation of consoles; PS3, Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii, as well as for PC. Big things are happening at this company, everyone is heading in the right direction and the end product is again and again, outstandingly well made. All employees receive an excellent benefits package, including pension, health insurance and a loyalty bonus.


An exciting opportunity to work as part of a dynamic team developing titles across current and next generation platforms. Strong C++ and team skills are required and game programming experience is preferred. Experience of PS2 or PS3 programming is an advantage.

Benefits include, competitive salary, benefits, and great opportunities for career progression..

Midlands £Competitive

Contact: Barry Ref: 26326 07/05/08

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. They’ve released numerous games on PS2, Xbox and GameCube and one on PSP (plus many PS1 games!) but also now develop for the next generation of consoles; PS3, Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii, as well as for PC. Big things are happening at this company, everyone is heading in the right direction and the end product is again and again, outstandingly well made. All employees receive an excellent benefits package, including pension, health insurance and a loyalty bonus.

Expectations:

- Work with technology programmers and audio team members to design and develop in-house audio tools and technology
- Work closely with audio team members and game programmers to ensure that the technology is meeting the need
- Provide information and suggest solutions both informally and in the form of technical and training documentation
- Track open issues and bugs, following up where appropriate and creating test cases as necessary
- Test fixes and changes to technology where appropriate
- Liaise with audio and game development staff

Essential Qualities:
- Strong C/C++ skills with real-time audio programming experience
- Working knowledge of audio technologies including real-time software audio processing and optimisation techniques
- Experience of using commercial audio tools and middleware would be a benefit
- Windows Win32 API development experience is essential, working knowledge of the DirectX API would be an advantage
- The ability to design high quality usable user interfaces.

Midlands £27K-44K DOE

Contact: Barry Ref: 26323 07/05/08

They are the UK's largest and most successful search engine marketing company. They are growing at a rapid rate and are looking for exceptional candidates to join them

This role requires a strong combination of numeracy, literacy and analytical skills. Your role will be to generate paid search campaigns through keyword selection and the creation of titles and descriptions. You will examine campaign activity and extract information and analysis to provide the client and Search Manager with accurate information regarding their campaigns. You would also provide leads for sales and account management teams. Through your analysis work you will be expected to highlight failings with the client campaign and be able to rectify the issues to ensure maximum ROI.

Promotion prospects within this role is impressive for the right candidates.

London £20-22,000

Contact: Katy Ref: 3049 07/05/08

We are managing all of Sony Computer Entertainment's games recruitment and Studio London is a world class development studio. It has unrivalled development facilities and a creative and stimulating environment coupled with access to the best London has to offer in Soho.

Sony Computer Entertainment is looking for an experienced Web Programmer to join its tools team for PLAYSTATION Home. The job will involve maintenance, development and support on Content Management and Asset Publishing tools. They are looking for a well rounded C# developer with good exposure to MS SQLServer and ASP.NET. The candidate should have a strong programming background, ideally C++ or Java rather than PHP or VB. This position offers a great opportunity within a high profile SCE project.

London £GOOD

Contact: Andrea Ref: 26338 07/05/08

This is an award winning, experienced and enthusiastic development studio based in Oxfordshire. Their team has an outstanding pedigree of delivering high quality sports games, to schedule, across all major gaming platforms. They are also working on other non sports titles. They have their own propriety cross-platform technology which has been refined over 10 years and is proven across many platforms and titles.

Many of their console and PC games are being designed to have an interactive presence on the web. As such this role provides the exciting opportunity to work on components of large games with support from Programmers and Artists on the teams. The role will involve creating the flash components to work in conjunction with their custom servers and SQL backend via Actionscript. The role focuses on the Actionscript coding ability of the candidate rather than the art side, however should the candidate possess good art or C++ skills then these could provide an opening into full console games as they use Flash for their user interfaces using Scaleform. The candidate should have the following qualities:
- Advanced knowledge of Flash CS3 (mainly action scripting, but graphics a plus)
- Actionscript 2 (3 optional)
- Integration of flash into web based applications and frameworks.
- Must be self motivating, intelligent and enthusiastic.
- Able to plan and schedule a solution for a set goal.
- At least two years work-place programming experience with at least one shipped product credit.

Oxford To £33k + benefits

Contact: Andrea Ref: 26337 07/05/08

We are managing all of Sony Computer Entertainment's games recruitment and Studio London is a world class development studio. It has unrivalled development facilities and a creative and stimulating environment coupled with access to the best London has to offer in Soho. The studio is now looking for an experienced Senior Programmer to continue architecting the Lua API for PLAYSTATION Home development. The job will involve creating technical designs, coordinating feature requests and guiding the expansion of the Lua API within Home. We are looking for strong technical design skills and C++. Experience in Lua and general engine programming is also highly desirable. This position offers a great opportunity within a high profile SCE project.

London £neg

Contact: Andrea Ref: 26339 07/05/08

This is an award winning, experienced and enthusiastic development studio based in Oxfordshire. Their team has an outstanding pedigree of delivering high quality sports games, to schedule, across all major gaming platforms. They have their own propriety cross-platform technology which has been refined over 10 years and is proven across many platforms and titles.

They are looking for an experienced Online/Network Programmer to work as part of the programming team on a new online title for PS3 and PC. Reporting directly to the Lead Programmer you must have the following qualities:

- Strong software engineering and debugging skills.
- At least three years' work-place programming experience.
- Experience of console development preferred.
- Excellent C++ knowledge essential.
- Experience of game-side network code such as addressing latency and lag, client-side prediction and correction issues.
- Asynchronous, network client and or server programming knowledge beneficial.
- A good understanding of the production process.

Oxford To £33k + benefits

Contact: Andrea Ref: 26336 07/05/08

We are managing Sony Computer Entertainment's development recruitment in the UK. This games studio in the North of England has been producing world class games for a decade, is well funded and offers a great career structure. In 2008 Liverpool will be the European culture capital and SCEE's fabulously revamped studio reflects this.

They need two Graphics Programmers to maintain and implement high-performance, cutting edge rendering tools and technologies in support of the studios game projects.

The following skills are required:

- Demonstrable knowledge of contemporary computer graphics methods: shader language (Cg or equivalent); shadow techniques; animation; graphic pipelines; vertex representations; etc.
- Good current graphics programming skills (PS3/360, DirectX, OpenGL, Cg/HLSL).
- Good 3d Mathematics knowledge.
- Working knowledge of SIMD from an optimization perspective would be advantageous (PS2 VU, SPU or x86 MMX/SSE assembly/intrinsic experience).
- Knowledge of multithreaded code design.
- At least two published titles (or equivalent experience in the games industry or relevant field).

Liverpool £DOE

Contact: Andrea Ref: 26285 07/05/08

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. They’ve released numerous games on PS2, Xbox and GameCube and one on PSP (plus many PS1 games!) but also now develop for the next generation of consoles; PS3, Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii, as well as for PC. Big things are happening at this company, everyone is heading in the right direction and the end product is again and again, outstandingly well made. All employees receive an excellent benefits package, including pension, health insurance and a loyalty bonus.
Attractive salary, benefits and a great career opportunity.

Exciting opportunity to work on a high profile title for next generation platforms. You'll be working with an experienced, dedicated team on ambitious new technologies and game-play systems. Potential programmers should be focused on producing fun mechanics in addition to clean stable code.

Additional qualities specific to this role include:

- Implement game code using C/C++ together with our own internal middleware
- Profile, debug and maintain existing game code
- Work with the Technical Manager and programmers to design the game code and contribute to technical design documents
- Use our own internal tools to set up technical framework for game levels
- Assist in preparing milestone builds as required.

Midlands £27K-44K DOE

Contact: Barry Ref: 26325 07/05/08

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. They’ve released numerous games on PS2, Xbox and GameCube and one on PSP (plus many PS1 games!) but also now develop for the next generation of consoles; PS3, Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii, as well as for PC. Big things are happening at this company, everyone is heading in the right direction and the end product is again and again, outstandingly well made. All employees receive an excellent benefits package, including pension, health insurance and a loyalty bonus.

An exciting opportunity to work as part of a dynamic team developing titles across current and next generation platforms. Strong C++ and team skills are required and game programming experience is preferred. Experience of PS2 or PS3 programming is an advantage.

Implement game code using C/C++ together with our own internal middleware
- Profile, debug and maintain existing game code
- Work with the Technical Manager and programmers to design the game code and contribute to technical design documents
- Use our own internal tools to set up technical framework for game levels
- Assist in preparing milestone builds as required
- A high level of computer literacy
- Experience of coding on PC’s with Direct 3D/OpenGL or similar API’s a preference, but not required
- Console programming experience preferred
- Good debugging skills
- Knowledge of current game coding techniques such as collision, memory management, AI and culling an advantage


Benefits include, competitive salary, benefits, and great opportunities for career progression..

Midlands £Excellent

Contact: Barry Ref: 26327 07/05/08

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. They’ve released numerous games on PS2, Xbox and GameCube and one on PSP (plus many PS1 games!) but also now develop for the next generation of consoles; PS3, Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii, as well as for PC. Big things are happening at this company, everyone is heading in the right direction and the end product is again and again, outstandingly well made. All employees receive an excellent benefits package, including pension, health insurance and a loyalty bonus.

An exciting opportunity to work as part of a friendly professional team producing a game based on a beloved UK franchise, renowned for its sense of adult humour.

Strong C++ and team skills are required and DirectX-programming experience is essential.

A published cross-platform title including PC is an immediate advantage.

Midlands £Excellent

Contact: Barry Ref: 26328 07/05/08

Cutting edge creative agency specialising in the design and production of digital communication. Offering expertise in advanced CGI and animation, they work with a worldwide client base of blue chip companies.

Due to rapid growth they are now looking for a Video Producer with over 2 years relevant experience to join the team.

You will be an excellent organiser, be methodical in your work with great written and verbal communication skills. Working alongside the Senior Producer, you will have the responsibility to see a video project through from start to finish.

This role requires an individual who is able to work autonomously, who is extremely resourceful and is well organised. You will be involved with the whole production process from conceiving storyboard ideas, setting up shoots, researching creative directions, budgeting, planning, hiring and communicating with clients.

In addition to this, you will have relevant skills in either filmmaking or video production, and/or post-production.

We are a growing company, and offer excellent career progression for the right candidates.

Soho £30000-40000

Contact: David Ref: 1458 07/05/08

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. They’ve released numerous games on PS2, Xbox and GameCube and one on PSP (plus many PS1 games!) but also now develop for the next generation of consoles; PS3, Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii, as well as for PC. Big things are happening at this company, everyone is heading in the right direction and the end product is again and again, outstandingly well made. All employees receive an excellent benefits package, including pension, health insurance and a loyalty bonus.

Along with an attractive salary, superb benefits and great career opportunities, the right candidate will work within a very talented team of programmers on industry leading game development tools used across all platforms including Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3.

Additional qualities specific to this role include:

- Work with technology programmers to develop in-house tools and technology
Testing, debugging and revision of existing tools
- Authoring of technical and user documentation
- Contribute innovative and original ideas towards all aspects of game production and development
- Application profiling and performance tuning
- Maintenance of build procedures
- Remain up to date on all aspects of cutting edge programming
- Provide mentorship to less senior programmers.

Midlands £27K-44K DOE

Contact: Barry Ref: 26322 07/05/08

My client is a specialist online marketing agency who's aim is simple - to maximise online revenue delivered to their clients.

You will be currently employed as an affiliate manager at a UK network or be managing a program for a large online company and have regular contact with the biggest affiliates in the UK. You will be used to, and motivated by, hitting targets.

Tasks that will be under your responsibility include:

Recruitment and management of key affiliates
Liaison with UK affiliate networks
Creation of offers, incentives and campaigns for affiliates.

This is a great opportunity to get involved with a young company - excellent future opportunities will exist for the right candidate.

London £Excellent + great benefits!!

Contact: Katy Ref: 3048 06/05/08