RTW-Recruitment

REALTIME WORLDS - creators of the no.1 hit game CRACKDOWN, are looking for a Gameplay Software Engineer to join our team on our next ground breaking title, the online game, APB: http://www.apb.com. This is an opportunity to work on a high-profile online title, working within the gameplay engineering sub-team. We are looking for a talented individual who understands what makes a game feel great to play, and who can apply this flair to help enhance the player experience. Responsibilities Design, implement and support software systems for gameplay features. Work closely with game designers to evaluate and refine gameplay mechanics. Qualifications Required Good BSc or equivalent in a relevant subject. Experience Required 2 years professional software engineering in a team environment, or demonstration of equivalent skills by means of demos of hobby or academic projects. Knowledge/Skills Required C++ Object-oriented software engineering. Knowledge of the following areas a plus Familiarity with UnrealEngine3TM or with the Unreal Technology suite. Development of networked games. Game character and animation systems. If you are interested in this position, please send your CV and portfolio along with any current package details to: jobs@realtimeworlds.com and include Gameplay Software Engineer in the subject line.

Job Description REALTIME WORLDS – creators of the no.1 hit game CRACKDOWN, are looking for Senior Software Engineers to join our team on our next ground breaking title. Responsibilities Design & development of game software systems on PC or XBOX 360 Some supervision of engineers and proactive role in software architecture. Qualifications Required Good BSc or equivalent in a relevant subject. Experience Required 3 years’ professional Software Engineering in a team environment Experience in recent 3D games technology or similar Knowledge/Skills Required C++ and C# Object-oriented Design PC/Windows understanding of game application programming Ability to communicate ideas well and assist junior programmers. Knowledge of the following areas a plus Skills in any of Networking, AI, Physics, Rendering, Animation or other key game technologies. If you are interested in this position, please send your CV and portfolio along with any current package details to: jobs@realtimeworlds.com and include “Senior Software Engineer” in the subject line

REALTIME WORLDS – creators of the no.1 hit game CRACKDOWN, are looking for a Release Manager to join our team on our next ground breaking title, APB: http://www.apb.com. Work with a talented team on a high-profile, online game using cutting-edge technology including (UnrealEngine3TM) . As part of production team, organize the creation of builds & maintain the release and distribution of builds throughout the product lifecycle. Interact closely with team management, development leads and QA team to maintain efficient, reliable build releases. Responsibilities Work with Production and QA teams to set requirements for specific build content Track integration and testing of features with development team and QA. Constantly review and improve release plans to optimise effort and manage schedule risks. Develop build validation system to ensure new versions of software meet requirements prior to release / distribution. Manage documentation associated with releases. Regularly review and develop processes and procedures to enhance release efficiency. Work with developers to improve understanding of QA and 3rd Party Requirements with regards to build compilation and online compliance. Streamline the delivery of code from development teams to QA teams through auditing of the build process and version control. Effectively report progress, constraints, significant issues, risk profiles and associated resolutions to the QA Manager and Production team. Ownership of software security, tracking and archiving (both online and CDR). Experience Required · 2+ years' experience in a production or software management role with at least 1 shipped title, or previous experience of a release manager or build engineer role, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge/Skills Required Ability to multitask with strong analytical skills. Strong organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills. Good collaborative team skills. Able to meet deadlines and work under pressure when required. Experience working in a large complex project-based environment. Knowledge/Skills in the following areas a plus Good knowledge of the game development cycle (specifically milestone / submission stages of a project is an advantage) A good technical understanding of the development process. Ability to investigate and describe software fault issues. Must have uncompromising standards of quality in performing job functions, an eye for detail, and a strong focus on delivery. Honors Degree in an applicable subject. If you are interested in this position, please send your CV and portfolio along with any current package details to: jobs@realtimeworlds.com and include "Release Manager" in the subject line.

Realtime Worlds ("RTW") is seeking a Program Manager ("PM") to join the senior leadership team and drive the end-to-end delivery of All Points Bulletin ("APB"), the urban-themed persistent online action game currently under development in our Dundee studio. The role entails owning a multi-faceted set of task components related to commercializing and supporting a blockbuster online game. The PM will be responsible for coordinating across RTW's numerous functions (development, operations, marketing, business development) and with its external partners to successfully deliver the APB online gaming experience to millions of consumers. The PM's project management tasks will include measuring progress, tracking dependencies, communicating status, and ultimately ensuring everything is in place for a successful APB launch. Qualifications Required Good BSc or equivalent in a relevant subject. Experience Required At least 3 years experience in a Project Management / Senior Production / Senior Development role having been responsible for the full life cycle of development of more than one title. Previous Executive Producer or equivalent responsibility with proven success in shipping quality products.. Strong experience in the online space, preferably in the MMOG and social networking categories. Experience managing projects across geographic locations. Knowledge/Skills Required Solid understanding of goal setting. Strong analytic framework for complex decision making.. Diplomatic negotiation and communication skills. Strong presentation skills Ability to interpret and integrate reporting from separate specialist groups to track overall status. Ability to work well with groups from a range of working styles and cultures. If you are interested in this position, please send your CV and portfolio along with any current package details to: jobs@realtimeworlds.com and include Program Manager in the subject line.

Responsibilities · Work with, and take direction from Lead Artist in creating a unified vision for the character artwork which remains consistent with the established art style. · Work collaboratively with other concept artists to produce unique, exciting artwork of both characters and environments, to be used for marketing purposes. · Take responsibility for producing own work to a high standard and to any agreed schedule. Maintain communication with other artists and relevant project staff, and report to team and line managers as required. · Present design ideas and artwork in such a way as to communicate these ideas clearly. Qualifications Required · Degree or diploma from Art College in Games Development, Fine Art, Design or Art related course. Experience Required · At least 2 years experience in the industry. · At least 1 year of experience as a Concept Artist. Knowledge/Skills Required · Must have extensive knowledge and experience with industry standard 2D applications such as Photoshop and Painter. · Should have excellent 2-D concept skills working in a variety of styles. · Must have strong 2D art abilities, exhibiting excellent illustration and drawing skills. · Excellent understanding of colour/composition to create images that work in a variety of media including promotional folders, posters, trade stands and web applications. · Must have the ability to quickly sketch strong character designs in a variety of poses. · Should have an excellent knowledge of human anatomy and proportions. · Having an interest in contemporary culture and fashion a definite advantage. · A good communicator who is as comfortable and confident in talking to team members and project designers. · Must be very strong organisationally including the ability to multitask, ensuring all work being carried out is to an equally high standard of quality and continuity. · Must be able to work well within a team or individually. · Must be able to buy into any established art vision of the game and ensure this is delivered in its entirety at the end of the project. · Must be highly motivated and enthusiastic about this area of work. · Should ideally have an active interest in video games. References Required · Should provide at least 2 recent references that demonstrate wherever possible suitability to the specific requirements of the role in question If you are interested in this position, please send your CV and portfolio along with any current package details to: jobs@realtimeworlds.com and include 2D Concept Artist in the subject line.

Responsibilities · Responsible for the creation of promotional marketing videos for the game, working directly with the Lead Artist and the Concept Team in providing work which is consistent with the desired style. · Responsibilities will include providing ideas and test pieces which are created at pace. · May also be required to provide static design work and motion graphics for in-game elements. Qualifications Required · BA Hons, or equivalent in film/video production. Knowledge/Skills Required · Should have excellent skills in graphic design, illustration and an understanding of animation. · Should have a strong background in motion graphics and editing. · Should be skilled with editing software as well as motion graphics applications, in providing work with strong artistic flair. · Excellent video editing skills in Sony Vegas, Premiere or similar, encompassing all aspects of video editing including animating text, audio tracks, post processing and a very good understanding of all of the features of the package used. · Must have the ability to create several quality ideas on a given video theme, be able to successfully convey these internally to the teams in question and then break these down into the components parts for production. · Must be able to work well in isolation and as part of a team depending on the work at hand. · Must be proactive, enthusiastic and flexible. · Must be able to work on unique individual tasks whilst still helping to maintain the overall company vision for marketing material. · Must be very strong organisationally including the ability to multitask, ensuring all work being carried out is to an equally high standard of quality and continuity. · Excellent Post FX & Compositing skills using Combustion, After Effects or similar. · Should have strong knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator and After Effects. · Strong understanding of popular video formats and codecs. · Some experience with industry standard 3-D package a must. · Must be able to work effectively as part of a collaborative team, but also self manage and work well as an individual. · Must be able to work within tight schedules, providing art assets which retain a high level of quality, and which fit the given brief. References Required · Should provide at least 2 recent references that demonstrate wherever possible suitability to the specific requirements of the role in question If you are interested in this position, please send your CV and portfolio along with any current package details to: jobs@realtimeworlds.com and include Video / Motion Graphics Artist in the subject line.

Job Description REALTIME WORLDS - creators of the no.1 hit game CRACKDOWN, are looking for a Lead Animator to join our team on our next ground breaking title, the online game, APB Responsibilities Realising the Art Vision in APB through the aesthetic and technical standards of the animation. Oversees the work of the Animation Team on a daily basis, communicating the art direction and giving constructive feedback Making sure that the animations are visually and functionally consistent with the rest of the game visuals Understands and communicates a strong knowledge of innovative game production technologies and techniques Responsible for the productivity of the APB Animation Team and the functionality and quality of all assets produced by them Must work with the technical team to develop the technology and systems design for animation related tools and systems Responsible for recruiting, scheduling and managing the APB Animation Team Supervises regular team meetings Works with the Lead Artist in the planning, organisation, scheduling and management of any third party animation pipeline - such as motion capture Support and report to the Lead Artist regarding all above responsibilities. Experience Required At least 5 years experience in the industry (preferred, but slightly less experience will be acceptable) At least 2 years experience as a Senior Animator At least 2 published games under belt Experience as a Developer for more than one platform would be desirable but not a must At least 4 years experience with industry standard 2-D package (e.g. Photoshop) At least 4 years experience with industry standard 3-D (3D Studio Max and Character Studio preferable but Maya acceptable) Knowledge/Skills Required Must have excellent understanding of the processes of concepts, design, modeling, texturing and animation in games, preferably for multiple platforms Must be excellent problem solver with a very good understanding of the latest game processes and art techniques Must be a good communicator both internally with entire team and externally with publishers and other departments, etc Must be able to adapt to the style, techniques, continuity and quality of artwork as set by the Lead Artist Must be highly organised and be capable of producing and maintaining accurate project schedules Must be pro-active in the solving of art-related problems for the game Must be highly motivated and able to motivate other individuals Must be able to work well within a team Should Ideally have an active interest in video games If you are interested in this position, please send your CV and portfolio along with any current package details to: jobs@realtimeworlds.com and include "Lead Animator" in the subject line.

REALTIME WORLDS - creators of the no.1 hit game CRACKDOWN, are looking for an Audio Designer to join our team on our next ground breaking title, the online game, APB: www.apb.com Work with a BAFTA award winning audio team on a high-profile, next generation online game. The role will involve the design and production of quality audio content by recording editing and implementing original sounds. Responsibilities Recording and creating sounds. Editing material from recordings and elsewhere into final in-game assets. Implement assets into the game using AudioKinetic's Wwise and custom interfaces based on Unreal Engine 3. Tune parameters that affect the sound of the assets in the game. Assist with the final mixing of the game. Assist the audio lead in determining what audio content will be created. Assist the audio lead in designing audio systems for the game. Qualifications Required Degree or other qualification in a relevant subject area e.g. Audio Technology. Experience Required 2+ years relevant experience in an audio content production role. Ability to efficiently create convincing sound effects to picture and for interactive playback. A high level of technical proficiency and understanding, and the ability to learn new tools quickly. High standards of quality and a strong passion for audio content creation. Knowledge/Skills Required Familiarity with Unreal Engine 3 or with the Unreal Technology suite. Knowledge of game audio systems and games in general. Familiarity with programming/scripting languages. If you are interested in this position, please send your CV , and a demo of your work (see below) along with any current package details to: jobs@realtimeworlds.com and include Audio Designer in the subject line. Applications with no accompanying demo or list of titles will not be considered. Demos should include: Sound effects you have created yourself. These may be presented to picture or as audio only (or examples of both). For each piece of work, please describe your original aims and how you achieved them. Music only if you feel it demonstrates your ability to perform one or more of the stated responsibilities. This position does not involve any music composition. Anything else you feel is relevant and will assist your application (but please be concise).

REALTIME WORLDS - creators of the no.1 hit game CRACKDOWN, are looking for an Senior Game Designer to join our team on our next ground breaking title, the online game, APB: http://www.apb.com Work with a talented Team on a high-profile, next generation online game. Interact closely with all departments in order to resolve design and technical issues and maintain the core design features for the creation of a AAA title. Responsibilities Create design documents; requirements and specifications Create original and compelling content Review and provide feedback on systems and game balance. Explore edge cases and find acceptable solutions from both a technical and aesthetic standpoint. Collaborate with the team on various aspects of the game and be able to communicate effectively with technically-oriented team members. Work with the QA department in developing test scripts. Self-manage scheduled tasks and report problems and progress clearly. Work with the Lead Gameplay Designer to ensure quality and consistency throughout all areas of the game. Qualifications Preferred Relevant Bachelors Degree or experience as described below. Experience Required 3+ years professional design experience. At least 1 shipped "online" AAA title. Knowledge/Skills Required Excellent written/verbal communication. Strong analytical mentality/conceptual way of thinking. Passion for and broad knowledge of various genres of games and an ability to critically analyze them. Ability to understand and balance complex game systems. Ability to create compelling and engaging content. Ability to work closely with all disciplines and be responsive to feedback. Able to work under pressure, managing multiple activities in an organized manner. Ability to work with initiative and not need constant supervision. Good understanding of feature iteration within reasonable schedules. Advanced understanding of game logic and problem solving. Willingness to take the initiative to learn new skills, and contribute wherever needed in the product development process. Excellent maths skills. Knowledge/Skills Preferred 5+ years industry experience. 2+ shipped "online" AAA titles. Extensive experience in generating content within a Player-versus-player environment. Experience with live game operation. In depth games knowledge across multiple platforms and genres particularly MMO and action with live game operation. If you are interested in this position, please send your CV and portfolio along with any current package details to: jobs@realtimeworlds.com and include Senior Games Designer in the subject line.

REALTIME WORLDS - creators of the no.1 hit game CRACKDOWN, are looking for a VFX Artist to join the art team on their latest, cutting-edge, AAA project - APB. This role will focus specifically on the design and creation of visual effects, helping to create high quality in-game effects for a next-gen online game. Responsibilities Responsible for the creation of a wide range of visual effect art assets, created within the constraints of the target budget. Work with Lead Artist in creating spectacular visual effects work which is consistent with the established visual styling of the game. Will be responsible for all technical and aesthetic considerations for the project's visual effects. Take responsibility for producing own work to a high standard and to any agreed schedules. Present ideas and artwork in such a way as to communicate these ideas clearly, explaining artistic and technical issues. Create final quality visual effects using the Unreal 3 Editor and its tools. Qualifications Required Degree or diploma from Art College in Games Development, Fine Art, Design or Art related course. Experience Required At least 2 years experience in the industry. At least 1 year of experience as a VFX Artist. Experience of a full production cycle, from beginning to end, on at least 1 published game. Some prior experience working in the field of visual effects. Knowledge/Skills Required At least 3 years experience with industry standard 2-D package. Photoshop experience essential. Experience with the Unreal 3 Engine and its VFX tools a definite advantage, including Kismet and Matinee. Strong knowledge of Unreal 3 Engine shader and material tools also a major advantage. Knowledge of 3D packages would be an advantage. (3DSMax). Must have solid understanding of game creation processes and dependencies. Must have excellent understanding and implementation skills regarding in-game special effects such as the simulation of flashes, smoke, explosions, fire and weather effects. Must have excellent understanding of particle systems in order to create realistic FX work. Must have strong understanding and skills with regards to timing, animation and weight. An aptitude for problem-solving as well as an ability to think and act quickly and come up with effective solutions to challenging situations. A good communicator who is as comfortable and confident in talking to team members and project designers. Must be able to work well within a team. Must be able to adapt to the style, techniques, continuity and quality of artwork as set by the Lead Artist. Must be highly motivated and enthusiastic about this area of work. Should ideally have an active interest in video games. References Required Should provide at least 2 recent references that demonstrate wherever possible suitability to the specific requirements of the role in question If you are interested in this position, please send your CV and portfolio along with any current package details to: jobs@realtimeworlds.com and include VFX Artist in the subject line.

REALTIME WORLDS – creators of the no.1 hit game CRACKDOWN, are looking for a 2D Artist to join the art team on their latest, cutting-edge, Triple A (as yet undisclosed) project. This role will focus specifically on the design and creation of 2D User Interface graphics, helping to create a modern and innovative interactive experience across a number of games and applications. Responsibilities · Work with Lead Artist and Senior UI Artist in designing overall User Interface “look and feel” solutions for a range of game styles and applications. Assist LeadArtist in creating all graphic assets across given platform. · Work with and take direction from project User Interaction designers in implementation of User Interface Art. Also, work closely with project programmers in the building and testing of UI Artwork. · Take responsibility for producing own work to a high standard and to any agreed schedule. Maintain communication with other artists and relevant project staff, and report to team and line managers as required. · Present design ideas and artwork in such a way as to communicate these ideas clearly, explaining artistic and technical issues. Qualifications Required · Degree or diploma from Art College in Games Development, Fine Art, Design or Art related course. Experience Required · At least 2 years experience in the industry. · At least 1 year of experience as UI Artist. · Experience of a full production cycle, from beginning to end, on at least 1 published game. · Some prior experience working in the field of User Interaction. Knowledge/Skills Required · At least 3 years experience with industry standard 2-D package. Fireworks and Illustrator are acceptable, MS Expression Design and Blend would be ideal. Photoshop and Flash experience essential. · Must be skilled at creating detailed artwork using 2D Vector packages. Knowledge of 3D packages would be an advantage (3DSMax). · Must have very strong 2-D drawing skill · Ideally will have some Vector animation experience and a good understanding of basic animation principles. · Must have solid design and composition skills, a keen interest in design overall and a sharp eye for up and coming trends and presentational style. · An aptitude for problem-solving as well as an ability to think and act quickly and come up with effective solutions to challenging situations. · A good communicator who is as comfortable and confident in talking to team members and project designers. · Must be proficient in written communication including documenting aspects of UI Design and creation. · Must be able to work well within a team · Must be able to buy into any established art vision of the game and ensure this is delivered in its entirety at the end of the project. · Must be highly motivated and enthusiastic about this area of work · Should ideally have an active interest in video games. References Required · Should provide at least 2 recent references that demonstrate wherever possible suitability to the specific requirements of the role in question If you are interested in this position, please send your CV and portfolio along with any current package details to: jobs@realtimeworlds.com and include 2D UI Artist in the subject line.