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Senior VFX Artist

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- This assessment gives us an idea of your C++ skills - Companies that evaluate this skillset in interviews: Rockstar Games, Ubisoft, Mayhem Studios, etc. - 10 Multiple Choice questions - Average time to complete: 7 to 10 minutes

Let's assess your Data Structures! 📋 &nbsp;- This assessment gives us an idea of your problem solving skills using DSA - Companies that evaluate this skillset in interviews: MPL, LILA Games, GSN Games, etc. - 10 Multiple Choice questions - Average time to complete: 7 to 10 minutes

Let's assess your Programming Patterns! 📋- This assessment gives us an idea of your code architecture skills - Companies that evaluate this skillset in interviews: Dirtcube, PTW, Playshifu, etc. - 10 Multiple Choice questions - Average time to complete: 7 to 10 minutes

Let's assess your OOPs skills! 📋- This assessment gives us an idea of your fundamental OOPS concepts and Solid principles skills - Companies that evaluate this skillset in interviews: Hitwicket, GSN Games, Tomo Club, etc. - 10 Multiple Choice questions - Average time to complete: 7 to 10 minutes

Let's assess your Unity Skills 📋 - This assessment gives us an idea of your Unity fundamentals - Companies you can apply for after taking this assessment: Godspeed games, Salvation Games, nCore Games, etc. - 9 questions: 9 Multiple Choice - Minimum score needed to qualify: 80% - Average time to complete: 5 to 10 minutes

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Gaming Community Management Intern

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This internship focuses on managing the LIGHTSPEED STUDIOS gaming community, primarily on Discord, with plans to expand to X and Reddit. Responsibilities include community moderation, player recruitment (leveraging esports clubs and social media), event planning (tournaments, Q&As, live streams), and user engagement.  The ideal candidate possesses strong Discord proficiency, community building skills, excellent communication, and a deep passion for gaming.  Data analysis to improve community engagement is also key.

Learning & Culture Intern

Senior Level Designer

Senior Client Programmer

Backend Development Intern

Japanese Localization Specialist

Product Support Engineer

Senior Games User Researcher

Marketing Manager

Senior HR Generalist

<div data-automation-id="jobPostingDescription" class="css-oplht1"><h1>Business Unit</h1>LIGHTSPEED STUDIOS is made up of passionate players who advance the art &amp; science of game development through great stories, great gameplay, and advanced technology. We are focused on bringing next generation experiences to gamers who want to enjoy them anywhere, anytime, across multiple genres and devices.<h1>What the Role Entails</h1>1. Community Management:&nbsp;Take charge of managing the Discord community initially, focusing on player recruitment and organizing events. There are plans to expand community operations to other platforms such as X and Reddit.2. Discord Community Engagement:- Assist in moderating community forums to ensure a positive and respectful environment for all members, while enforcing community guidelines and rules.- Promptly address player feedback and issues to maintain high levels of community satisfaction.- Actively attract and engage new members to join and participate in Discord events.3. User Recruitment and Promotion:- Leverage existing resources such as esports clubs, player communities, and social media to draw more users to the Discord community.- Develop and maintain partnerships with external communities and organizations through effective communication and coordination.- Assist in crafting and implementing user recruitment strategies, and regularly track growth metrics.4. Community Event Planning:- Support the planning and execution of engaging community events, including tournaments, Q&amp;A sessions, and live streams, to boost participation.- Analyze event data to refine future activities and enhance player engagement.<h1>Who We Look For</h1>1.&nbsp;Proficiency in Discord: Deep understanding of Discord and its functionalities, including effective use of tools and bots. Strong operational skills across other gaming community platforms are also essential.2.&nbsp;Community Resources: Strong connections with community resources such as esports clubs and online groups, or the ability to quickly establish channels for user acquisition.3.&nbsp;Communication and Coordination: Excellent communication and coordination skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse teams and players.4.&nbsp;Passion for Gaming: A genuine passion for gaming, coupled with a deep understanding of community culture and dynamics.5.&nbsp;Language Skills: Fluent in English for both written and verbal communication. Proficiency in additional languages such as Portuguese, Japanese, or French is a plus.6.&nbsp;Experience: Previous experience in community operations or event planning is highly advantageous. The base pay range for this position in the state(s) above is $18.0 to $29.43 per hour. Actual pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A sign on payment, relocation package, and restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, as well as other medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the specific position offered.<h1>Equal Employment Opportunity at Tencent</h1>As an equal opportunity employer, we firmly believe that diverse voices fuel our innovation and allow us to better serve our users and the community. We foster an environment where every employee of Tencent feels supported and inspired to achieve individual and common goals.</div>

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This assessment gives us an idea of your C++ skills- Companies that evaluate this skillset in interviews: Rockstar Games, Ubisoft, Mayhem Studios, etc.- 10 Multiple Choice questions- Average time to complete: 7 to 10 minutes

Let's assess your Data Structures! - This assessment gives us an idea of your problem solving skills using DSA- Companies that evaluate this skillset in interviews: MPL, LILA Games, GSN Games, etc.- 10 Multiple Choice questions

Data Structures and Algorithms

Let's assess your Programming Patterns! ????- This assessment gives us an idea of your code architecture skills- Companies that evaluate this skillset in interviews: Dirtcube, PTW, Playshifu, etc.

Programming Patterns

Let's assess your OOPs skills! ????- This assessment gives us an idea of your fundamental OOPS concepts and Solid principles skills- Companies that evaluate this skillset in interviews: Hitwicket, GSN Games, Tomo Club, etc.

Object Oriented Programming

Let's assess your Unity Skills ????- This assessment gives us an idea of your Unity fundamentals- Companies you can apply for after taking this assessment: Godspeed games, Salvation Games, nCore Games, etc.

Unity Game Engine

As a Senior VFX Artist at Cloud Imperium Games, you'll be a key member of a team creating cutting-edge visual effects for their space sim, Star Citizen.  Responsibilities include crafting a wide variety of effects – from epic spaceship battles to subtle dust motes – using CIG's real-time VFX Editor and software like 3DS Max, Houdini, Photoshop, and After Effects.  You'll optimize effects for in-game performance, collaborate with programmers and other teams (Art, Design, Audio), and provide guidance to junior team members.  The role demands a solid understanding of real-time VFX fundamentals, experience with real-time particle systems, and a keen eye for detail.  You'll need to be highly self-motivated, a problem-solver, and passionate about pushing the boundaries of real-time VFX.

Senior Gameplay Programmer (Vehicle Physics)

<div data-automation-id="jobPostingDescription" class="css-z3h7ab">We are a crowdfunded company and have a dedicated and enthusiastic community of backers who are helping us create the “Best Damn Space Sim Ever”. We want to build the best we can deliver and we believe wholeheartedly in the value of exceptional diverse talent.As a Senior VFX Artist you will be part of a team of artists and programmers dedicated to creating cutting edge visual effects for a boundless sandbox universe. You will create a vast variety of effects supporting epic spaceship battles inside giant gas clouds, characters struggling to survive raging storms on hostile planets, holographic displays inside futuristic shopping malls and tiny dust motes in a desolate outpost. And everything in between!Check out what our VFX team get up to:<a rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" href="https://vimeo.com/673739954/a8b1af7327">https://vimeo.com/673739954/a8b1af7327</a>Founded in 2012 by renowned game developer Chris Roberts, Cloud Imperium Games (CIG) is one of the largest global independent studios, dedicated to delivering next-generation AAA games. CIG prides itself in thinking outside the box, encouraging creativity and developing ground-breaking technology. CIG believes in raising the bar for the gaming industry and the community as a whole.&nbsp;For more information about life at CIG, follow this link: <a rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" href="https://l.shitrk.com/r/e/2XxJACaX0KrC7L4l?r=https://youtu.be/cXjp7SRBpIA">https://youtu.be/cXjp7SRBpIA</a>What does a Senior VFX Artist at Cloud Imperium Games do?<ul><li>Create sci-fi VFX using CIG’s real time VFX Editor.</li><li>Use software packages such as 3DS Max, Houdini, Photoshop and After Effects to generate texture and mesh assets for use with your real time effects.</li><li>Optimize your effects to run efficiently in-game whilst maintaining high visual quality.</li><li>Work closely with our team of dedicated VFX programmers to improve our VFX technology and pipelines where possible.</li><li>Collaborate with other teams including Art, Design and Audio to help bring the Star Citizen universe to life.</li></ul>What do we expect from our Senior VFX Artists? <ul><li>Solid understanding of the artistic and technical fundamentals of real-time visual effects.</li><li>Experience of using real time particle systems in a game engine.</li><li>Keen eye for detail and ability to break down existing effects in games and films.</li><li>Be highly self-motivated and show initiative.</li><li>Be able to rise to challenges and problem solve when required.</li><li>Passion to raise the bar in the field of real-time VFX.</li><li>Provide guidance and support to more junior team members.</li></ul>Diversity Statement CIG is a global company, staunchly committed to cultivating a culture and workplace that celebrates all backgrounds, lifestyles, and perspectives. Together, we are creating a space where authentic recognition, appreciation, and understanding of the importance of diversity is fostered by everyone. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to build a team that represents all walks of life, and we want every employee to bring all the things that make them unique to the work environment. The universe is as vast and varied as the people in it, and it’s our differences that make it special.&nbsp;Fraud Statement We are aware of people receiving job offers that fraudulently allege to be from CIG. These types of fraud can be carried out through false websites, fake email addresses claiming to be from our company, or social media. We do not ask for your personal info like bank account numbers, identification numbers, etc through social media or chat-based apps, nor do we request or send money for the purchase of business equipment.If you suspect fraud, please report it to your local authorities, as well as reaching out to us at&nbsp;info[@]cloudimperiumgames.com&nbsp;with any information you may have.If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!</div>