Cinematic Experience Designer

TL;DR

Cinematic Experience Designer: Crafting high-impact camera-driven moments that elevate gameplay and storytelling with an accent on cinematic composition, animation, and technical execution. Focus on designing sequencer-driven mission moments and in-game third-person camera experiences to enhance clarity and flow.

Location: Flexible work arrangements ranging from in-studio, hybrid, to fully remote throughout North America. Company based in Orange County, CA.

Salary: $70,000–$150,000 USD

Company

hirify.global is an award-winning game development team dedicated to providing a collaborative environment for creating hit titles.

What you will do

• Design and implement sequencer-driven mission moments in-engine.
• Create and polish camera composition, animation paths, and transitions for various in-game scenes.
• Design in-game third-person camera moments that enhance clarity and flow.
• Implement and tune camera feedback, including screen shake and moment-to-moment camera response.
• Collaborate cross-discipline to balance cinematic intent with gameplay constraints, performance, and usability.
• Iterate quickly in Unreal Engine, owning camera-based cinematic experiences from concept through final polish.

Requirements

• Professional experience as a Gameplay Camera Designer on a collaborative, cross-discipline game development team.
• Strong understanding of FPS gameplay concepts and techniques.
• Demonstrated expertise in camera placement and shooting interactive scenes, with a strong foundation in cinematography.
• Proven experience implementing in-game camera systems, including technical setup and scripting.
• Strong working knowledge of Unreal Engine, including Sequencer and camera workflows.
• Proficiency in at least one animation tool (Maya preferred).
• A portfolio or video reel showcasing gameplay and cinematic camera work.

Nice to have

• Proficiency in 3D Studio Max or similar.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative environment where team members feel empowered with creative freedom.
• Flexible work arrangements: in-studio, hybrid, or fully remote options.
• Opportunity to join an award-winning game development team.