Job Description

People Can Fly is seeking a talented and passionate camera-minded designer to join our team as a Camera Designer. You will be collaborating across departments to implement cameras that seamlessly transitions between gameplay and cinematics, while also collaborating with the combat team to bring a cinematic quality to our combat flow. You will work side by side with a camera programmer to establish and execute the visual style through cameras and enhance the player’s narrative and gameplay experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• You will establish, prototype, and document all dynamic cameras within the gameplay loop
• Take on the role of a “virtual” camera operator with an eye for narrative editing
• Work closely with our gameplay programming team and animation team to achieve smart cinematic cameras that can adjust dynamically to player actions
• Learn to use our customized tools and help further their development to achieve new standards using the in-game camera
• Be willing to work through the creative and technical hurdles of an ever-evolving, intense production pipeline

Qualifications

• A solid understanding of the creative process from conception through post
• Organized and passionate about creating great player experiences
• At least one AAA title shipped where you focused on the camera
• Bachelor’s Degree (preferably with cinematography, storyboarding, animation, or photography focus) 
• A strong passion for games, film, and pop culture 
• Experience and technically proficiency using game engine tools 
• Proven ability to understand and execute high quality, realistic camera work
• Ability to quickly pick up new and different creative tools from in-game engines to customized support tools
• Proficient with professional film/fx editing software – Premier, After Effects, Avid, and/or Final Cut knowledge is a bonus
• Strong interpersonal skills and team-player mentality

NICE TO HAVE

• Familiarity with UE4 pipelines and the Unreal camera systems

Additional Information

WHAT WE OFFER

• 100% company paid Medical, Dental, and Vision plans 
• Company-paid holidays and an attractive paid time off policy which includes 4 weeks of vacation
• Relocation Assistance
• Short and Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Pet Insurance
• Flexible Savings Account Programs
• Commuter Tax benefits 
• Discounted gym memberships to keep our staff healthy and happy
• An informal atmosphere, no dress code, no unwanted formalities