Media Molecule is a video game development studio based in Guildford in the UK, and a proud member of the PlayStation Studios. We are the creators of the multi-award winning games LittleBigPlanet, LittleBigPlanet 2, Tearaway, Tearaway Unfolded and we're currently building the next generation of Play, Create and Share for PlayStation: Dreams.

Media Molecule

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<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.

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Unity Game Engine

Media Molecule seeks a Senior Technical Artist for a 12-month contract to contribute to their next game.  Responsibilities include implementing game-specific shaders and effects, extending their in-house engine with new art and animation features, and collaborating with artists and animators to build and update content creation tools.  The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in real-time rendering techniques, modern shader languages (e.g., C++ or Python), and 3D digital content creation tools (e.g., Blender or Substance). Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are crucial.

<div class="job__description body"><div>Senior Technical Artist (Game Technology) – 12 Month Contract We are Media Molecule, a multi-award winning game developer and part of the wider PlayStation Studios group. We have a history of creating outstanding games such asLittleBigPlanet, Tearaway and most recently, the BAFTA Award winning Dreams. It’s a fantastic time to join us as we embark on our next adventure, defining and executing the vision for our next project and settling into our gorgeous, newly refurbished studio in central Guildford. We are now searching for an exceptionally talented Senior Technical Artist to join us on a 12 month contract basis. As a highly skilled individual contributor, you will deliver effects and tools to help support the artistic ambitions of the studio and bring significant technical expertise and creative flair to the team. &nbsp;Key responsibilities<ul><li>Implement game-specific shaders and effects that lie beyond core engine capabilities.</li><li>Extend our in-house engine with game-specific art and animation features. Collaborate with artists and animators to build and update content creation tools. &nbsp;</li></ul>Skills required<ul><li>Previous experience in a similar level in technical art role combined with an enthusiasm for game visuals and collaboration with Art and Animation teams.</li><li>Ability to creatively apply real-time rendering techniques in modern shader languages to achieve artist intent.</li><li>Experience with C++ and/or Python to build tools for creative disciplines.</li><li>Familiarity with 3D digital content creation tools, such as Blender or Substance.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Proactive, pragmatic and collaborative approach to problem solving</li></ul></div></div>