Job Description

Santa Monica Studio is seeking an experienced combat designer to design and implement Enemy and Boss characters for a new unannounced title. The Sr Combat Designer will collaborate with Lead Combat Designers and Directors, and work with multiple disciplines to ensure cohesive character execution.

Responsibilities

• Create high level character design intent and combat flow plans
• Implement character animation and behavior via scripting systems
• Iteratively work within the set standard for character asset design
• Attend and participate in combat and production-related discussions
• Represent complex design and character features
• Value the relationship between gameplay elements
• Respond to and act on playtest and lead feedback
• Drive and create opportunities for value addition

Requirements

• 4+ years of professional experience in game development, with 2+ years in a Character design capacity
• Experience using text-based and visual scripting languages
• Basic knowledge of vector math, scripting languages, and code
• Ability to grasp and work with code-based proprietary tools
• Ability to think logically with a strong level of attention to detail
• Self-sufficient in getting to the root of a problem
• Knowledge of competitive products and gameplay genres
• Quality written communication skills
• Ability to professionally communicate and work with other team members
• Ability to discuss combat systems, mechanics, and enemies in 3rd person melee action RPGs

Benefits

• No benefits