Designer, Cosmetics Ecosystem Position Available In Wake, North Carolina

Designer, Cosmetics Ecosystem (R26537)
Department
Audio & Design
Location
Vancouver, Canada
Company
Epic Games
Requisition ID
R26537
WHAT

MAKES US EPIC?

At the core of Epic’s success are talented, passionate people. Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment. Whether it’s building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences, we’re always innovating.
Being Epic means being a part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users. We’re constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development.
DESIGN
What We Do
Put your design skills to work at a cutting-edge company that challenges the norm. From character and level design to competitive gameplay and system design, help shape the future of interactive entertainment at Epic.
What You’ll Do
Epic Games is looking for a Designer to join our Ecosystem Design team. In this role, you’ll utilize your experience, proficiency in cosmetic monetization, and knowledge of UGC ecosystems to help shape the future of cosmetics in the Fortnite universe.
In this role, you will
Sustain and expand existing cosmetic systems by introducing fresh content, interactions, and behaviors using your technical skills
Collaborate closely with artists, programmers, and other designers to ensure cosmetic features are cohesive, functional, and visually compelling
Support others in brainstorming and conceptualizing new cosmetic mechanics and initiatives
Analyze player behavior and feedback to refine cosmetic systems and ensure a high-quality player experience
Help define and maintain best practices and design guidelines for cosmetic systems within the team
What we’re looking for
5+ years of gameplay design and/or cosmetics development experience
Proficiency in UE5 blueprint and/or visual scripting languages; comfortable with regular hands-on development
Experience with all stages of development, from pitch & prototype to shipping & live support
Ability to drive initiatives, with a desire to move quickly and challenge the status quo
Knowledgeable about the Fortnite Ecosystem and its offerings
Demonstrated ability to improvise and creatively solve problems
Strong communication and presentation skills

EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS

=

EPIC LIFE

We pay 100% for benefits for both employees and dependents and offer coverage for supplemental medical, dental, vision, critical illness, telemedicine, Life and AD&D, long term disability insurance as well as weekly indemnity (short term disability) and a retirement savings plan with a competitive employer match. In addition to the EAP (employee assistance program), we also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents.
Pay Transparency Information
The expected annual base pay range(s) for this position are detailed below. Each base pay range is relevant only for individuals who are residents of or will be expected to work within the specified locale. Compensation varies based on a variety of factors, which include (but aren’t limited to) things such as skills and competencies, qualifications, knowledge, and experience. In addition to base pay, most employees are eligible to participate in Epic’s generous benefit plans and discretionary incentive programs (subject to the terms of those plans or programs).
British Columbia Base Pay Range
$107,812—$158,124 CAD