Senior Gameplay Designer

WHAT MAKES US EPIC? At the core of Epic’s success are talented, passionate people. Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment. Whether it’s building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences, we’re always innovating. Being Epic means being a part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users. We’re constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development. DESIGN WHAT WE DO Put your design skills to work at a cutting-edge company that challenges the norm. From character and level design to competitive gameplay and system design, help shape the future of interactive entertainment at Epic. WHAT YOU'LL DO Epic Games’ Fortnite team is looking for a Design Director to lead the vision for the Battle Pass, Fortnite Crew, and other pass products (e.g., Music Pass and other themed passes). You will be responsible for establishing the vision and directly owning the outcome of Passes across Fortnite. You will collaborate with peers in Game Design, UXUI, Production, Art, and QA to ensure overall product success. This role emphasizes working with leaders outside of the core Pass Team, including Art, Seasonal Design (Quest, Gameplay), UXUI, Product Management, Data Science, and Marketing, and aligning with Executive Stakeholders. IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL * Be directly responsible for the Pass product design and success. Frame vision and goals for the larger team with an outcomes-driven approach * Guide design efforts for Passes to create a holistic player experience, including unlock systems, progression systems, rewards, and monetization structures, co-leading feature development with UXUI and Product partners * Work with both 1st party and 3rd party experiences, such as Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN), to ensure progression integrity regardless of where players choose to play * Monitor and maintain healthy play in Fortnite, including providing direction and mentoring the XP system team. Establish guardrails and a strategy for the XP system * Attend playtests and play the live game to provide feedback, and identify practical solutions to problems and opportunities to incorporate into your team’s work WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR * 7+ years of experience across game design as a senior leader overseeing pass-type engagement systems; subscription experience is a plus * Highly analytical – eager and comfortable monitoring data streams and working with Data Scientists, Analysts, and Product Managers to align on product goals * Strong stakeholder management across the teams that make Battle Pass possible (Art & Cosmetics, Progression, Marketing, Product Management, Gameplay Design, Quest) * Deep experience with PC / Console, Mobile, F2P, and Live Service Progression & Monetization Systems * An innovator in the space that tracks industry trends and defines new ones, thinking abstractly in spaces without precedent to define the future of pass design. Every Pass is a new opportunity to try something new and expand impact * Demonstrated talent for empathizing with players and a deep understanding of player motivations, forms of play, and the effects of goal setting on play * Interest in progression products in Fortnite, Battle Royale, or other multiplayer games, with an understanding of what makes them effective EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE We pay 100% for benefits for both employees and dependents and offer coverage for supplemental medical, dental, vision, critical illness, telemedicine, Life and AD&D, long term disability insurance as well as weekly indemnity (short term disability) and a retirement savings plan with a competitive employer match. In addition to the EAP (employee assistance program), we also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents. PAY TRANSPARENCY INFORMATION The expected annual base pay range(s) for this position are detailed below. Each base pay range is relevant only for individuals who are residents of or will be expected to work within the specified locale. Compensation varies based on a variety of factors, which include (but aren’t limited to) things such as skills and competencies, qualifications, knowledge, and experience. In addition to base pay, most employees are eligible to participate in Epic’s generous benefit plans and discretionary incentive programs (subject to the terms of those plans or programs). British Columbia Base Pay Range $197,654—$289,893 CAD ABOUT US Epic Games is a leading interactive entertainment company. For over 30 years we've been making award-winning games and engine technology that empowers others to make visually stunning games and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epic's award-winning Unreal Engine technology not only provides game developers the ability to build high-fidelity, interactive experiences for PC, console, mobile, and VR, it is also a tool being embraced by content creators across a variety of industries such as media and entertainment, automotive, and architectural design. As we continue to build our Engine technology and develop remarkable games, we strive to build teams of world-class talent. LIKE WHAT YOU HEAR? COME BE A PART OF SOMETHING EPIC! Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy here. Note to Recruitment Agencies: Epic does not accept any unsolicited resumes or approaches from any unauthorized third party (including recruitment or placement agencies) (i.e., a third party with whom we do not have a negotiated and validly executed agreement). 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Senior Designer Vancouver, remote This is a 6 month fixed term contract. This posting reflects an existing vacancy. THE ROLE: This role is part of our Global Studios team. We create emotive yet conversion-focused ideas, products and campaigns at scale and speed. Our specialty is hyper-personalised, digital communications that change perceptions, shape new behaviours, and shift market share for our clients. As Senior Designer, you will work on a broad range of small and large projects across some of the largest, well recognised brands in the world.  Our Senior Designers are responsible for creating purpose-driven graphic design that elevates clients’ campaigns and materials. Senior Designers are masters of their craft who can help foster and grow younger talent. They also demonstrate good judgement, emotional intelligence, and inspire self-development. Senior Designers can also be called upon to present their work, either internally to their teams or externally to clients. WHAT YOU’LL DO: * Overseeing the work of and mentoring Junior and Midweight Designers. * Executing on client and peer feedback. * Coach your team members and help them to realise areas of development. * Working on a brief from start to finish. * Image sourcing and artworking, including Gen AI image prompting. * Designing responsive emails, static ads, and landing pages. * Storyboarding and designing paid social ads. * Maintaining existing and designing new onsite marketing templates. * Developing rich visual content for weekly newsletters. * Applying creativity to adhoc projects. * Always striving to create work that contributes towards the client’s business goals. * Researching competitors and staying current with design and marketing trends. * Delivering constructive feedback. * Taking accountability for flawless design output. * Contributing innovative ideas at creative review meetings. * Protecting brand integrity and guardianship. * Drive the delivery of work on time and to the highest standard by understanding your team's capabilities. * Advocate DEPT®  as an employer of choice and support in interviewing. WHAT YOU BRING: * 3-5 years of digital design experience * You are well versed in working in an agency context and have relevant experience covering brand, direct and above the line creative work. * Keen to build client relations and pitch ideas to them. * Good eye for layout, skilled in typesetting and retouching * Proficient using digital design software (i.e. Figma, Adobe CS, Google Suite) * Keen to adopt Gen AI tools into day to day design workflow. * A great teammate that supports their colleagues and doesn’t act as an individual. * Very organised with attention to detail. * A great source for up-to-the-minute creative knowledge and digital design trends.  * Works with grit and determination in the face of demanding deadlines. * Has a desire to embrace new skills and challenges. WHAT DO WE OFFER? * A flexible hybrid working policy to enjoy the best of both worlds.  * Early Finish Fridays, kickstart your weekend early with alternating early-finish Fridays. * 15 days paid holiday annually, increasing with length of service (plus Public Holidays). * Birthday Leave, a paid day-off each year. * Access to dedicated mental health resources including enhanced sick pay scheme, employee assistance programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders.  * Dept Allowance, a dedicated company contribution to spend on either your professional development or personal wellbeing. * Refreshments are provided in the office all week. * Enhanced family friendly policies to support parents. * Learning and Development, continuous growth opportunities through internal training, and "inspirational talks” guest speakers. * Buddy Program, you will be paired with a ‘Buddy’ to help you navigate your first weeks’ at DEPT®. * A Certified BCorp Agency and is multi-award winning “Agency of the Year”.  * Awesome clients. Whether big or small, local or global — at DEPT® you’ll get the opportunity to work with clients of all sizes and across all industries. And we celebrate all of our successes together! * Global DEPT® Cares Month, an annual initiative where our teams donate their professional skills and time to support local charities and pr-bono projects. The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $60,000 - $70,000 CAD. Salary is based on relevant experience, expertise, and organizational impact. WHY DEPT®? We are a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, we create what is next by pioneering ideas, acting fast, and moving further because standing still just is not in our DNA. We are drawn to people who stay curious, move with intent, and never stop inventing. Our culture runs on three values: better together, relentlessly curious, and get sh*t done. It is how we work, how we grow, and how we make things that matter. At DEPT®, you will find the freedom to explore, the space to collaborate, and the trust to make a real impact for our clients, for each other, and for the world we are helping to build. AI Disclosure: At DEPT®, we use AI-assisted technology (Metaview) to capture notes and summarize interview conversations, so our interviewers can stay fully focused. Using the AI is optional, just let us know if you’d prefer it not be used.   DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine.  We also encourage you  to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us. Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here. #LI-Remote