Game Scripter

Company: Visual Concepts
Location: Novato
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

At Visual Concepts, we believe great games are made by diverse and empowered teams with a shared passion for play. As one of the world's top game development studios, we have shipped over 100 multi-sku titles to critical acclaim and commercial success. Our teams are independent and entrepreneurial. Our studios in Agoura Hills, Novato, Orange County, Budapest, Shanghai, Austin, San Jose, Vancouver and Seoul are committed to artistry and technical innovation, offering top candidates the opportunity to learn and grow with some of the smartest and most creative minds in the industry.

What We Need

The NBA 2K production team is seeking a Game Scripter who also has design capabilities. This role is part of the Presentation team and focuses on delivering groundbreaking features as well as core systems and in house tools and workflows for the development of a AAA title. This role will report to the Senior Producer.

What You Will Do
Create scripts that drive game behavior across a multitude of modes and features including cinematic sequences
Work with engineers and others to design, maintain and implement various features and cinematics, core systems, (such as the camera system) and key development tools, such as the proprietary scripting tool
Communicate designs clearly by way of documentation, visual guides, and group discussions
Test and iterate on features, systems and tools to ensure they are working as expected
Informally mentor and help others who may not be as technical

Who Will Be A Good Fit
3+ years of experience in scripting for the games industry
Deep experience with scripting tools and architecture such as Unreal Blueprints, Unity Scripting API, PlayMaker, etc.
Not a professional engineer but have some exposure to coding
Someone who is comfortable and confident talking with engineers about implementation details and is creative enough to imagine solutions to implementation challenges
Ability to work independently in a team environment
Ability to communicate and collaborate across multiple locations effectively
Ability to own and manage complex areas of the game that interact with multiple different systems and see them through to completion
Experience with film/TV production, especially editing and cinematography a plus
Love for video games (not just ours!)

To learn more about Visual Concepts and our studio locations, check out our website at www.vcentertainment.com

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