Game Designer - NBA 2K


Visual Concepts Seeks Game Designer for Next Generation of NBA 2K Franchise

Novato, California – January 23, 2013 – Widely regarded as one of the world’s top video game studios, Visual Concepts, a subsidiary of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (TTWO) seeks a Game Designer to help contribute to a new, trendsetting feature set in the upcoming releases of the NBA 2K franchise.

The successful candidate will bring an understanding of the NBA, a passion for sports and a creative passion for pushing beyond existing limitations on what users can expect from a sports simulation videogame, how they play, what they do and how they interact within it. Specifically focusing on new game modes and related features, the candidate will help design user interfaces, game flow, and game elements, working closely with other designers, producers, artists and engineers to flesh out and realize the creative vision.


Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in media or creative arts, or equivalent experience
• Understanding of game design and game production
• Understanding of game modes and game features and how a user interacts with them
• Solid visualization and design skills and the ability to define and communicate ideas clearly and robustly
• Sports videogame experience a plus but not required
• Understanding and passion for the NBA required
• A creative thinker with the desire to set new trends in gaming
• Good team player
• Passionate about video games


About Visual Concepts

A pioneer in video games across multiple generations and the creator of some of the top-rated video game franchises including 2K Sports and the NBA 2K series, Visual Concepts is widely regarded as one of the world's top studios. A subsidiary of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (TTWO), Visual Concepts continues to innovate in gameplay, creativity and technology. With studios in Marin County, California, Shanghai, China and Seoul, South Korea, Visual Concepts is a culture of excellence and passion for building amazing products year after year, and offers top candidates the opportunity to learn and grow with some of the smartest and most creative minds in the industry.

This job listing originated on Gamasutra.com, the game industry's leader.