Crystal Core – Positions Open

Crystal Core

Project name:
Degeneration Theory

Brief description:
Crystal Core Game Studio is currently working on a first-person shooter that takes place in a modern day environment.
Due to marketing, we cannot release information about the title. However we can tell you about our team.
Based in Gloucestershire, in the south-west of the United Kingdom. Crystal Core has started development of their first title.
While we are a small team of developers, we aim to bring quality game titles to the commercial market via digital distribution platforms.

Target aim:
Commercial

Compensation:
We are currently drawing up plans for a revenue/royalty share for each member in the team, while also securing enough to continue the studios development.

Technology:
We will be using the following software/hardware:
– Leadwerks Game Engine 2
– 3D Studio MAX/Maya/PhotoShop/Etc.

The following tools and technology will be developed by us:
– Custom Network System (Dedicated Server)
– Additional Physics Adjustmants
– Improved Map Editor (Plugins/Features)
– Various Shaders

Talent needed:
We are currently only looking for people in the local area, however people within the UK should apply if interested.

Lead Programmer:
As lead programmer you could be given any of the following tasks:
– Production of technical design documentation.
– Working cooperatively with other team members in all areas of development.
– Working with an existing game engine (Leadwerks 2).
– Development of new systems and/or technologies.
– Use of 3rd Party libraries / tools and technologies.
– Provide technical support to art and design staff for engine/tools.
– Task management based on schedules provided by the Project Managers.
– Communicate with the team about the amount of time required to finish current tasks.

You should have the following skills:
– Strong C/C++ and assembly language programming skills.
– Strong 3D graphics programming skills.
– Must be able to work efficiently and independently.
– Extensive knowledge of production development tools.
– Ability to write efficient, clean, maintainable and portable code.
– Professional communication skills (e-mail, phone, face to face).

Additional Requirements:
– A love for video games and the industry.
– Experience with PS3, Xbox 360, and Steam is a plus.

Music/Sound Composer:
As Music/Sound COmposer you could be given any of the following tasks:
– Production of audio design documentation.
– Working cooperatively with other team members in all areas of development.
– Working with an existing audio system (Leadwerks 2 Audio System).
– Development of In-Game Sound Effects.
– Use of 3rd Party tools and technologies.
– Task management based on schedules provided by the Project Managers.
– Communicate with the team about the amount of time required to finish current tasks.

You should have the following skills:
– Strong Music Composition skills
– Strong Sound Design and Composition skills.
– Must be able to work efficiently and independently.
– Extensive knowledge of production tools.
– Professional communication skills (e-mail, phone, face to face).

Additional Requirements:
– A love for video games and the industry.
– Experience with PS3, Xbox 360, and Steam is a plus.

For information regarding each members location, we can provide addresses to those that apply.
If you live outside of our local area, this may not be a huge issue.
However we will request for UK-Only applicants, this is a team functionality/communication measure.

Team structure:
Management
Scott Miles – Co-Producer/Founder
Tyler Trevell – Co-Producer/Founder

Art
Scott Miles – 3D Environment Artist
Cameron Small – 2D Conceptual Artist
Mitchell Small – 3D Character Artist

Design
Tyler Trevell – Gameplay Design

Programming
none

Audio
none

Total Members – 4 | Total Positions – 6

Contacts:
General Inquiry Email – contact [at] crystal-core.co.uk
Application Email – jobs [at] crystal-core.co.uk

Please do not send your applications via PM or by reply to this thread. Email only.

Previous Work by Team:
Personal Projects – This is the first project as a team.

Additional Information:
Currently no additional information can be made available, if we are later able to post images or information we will update this area of the post.

Feedback:
Questions, Notification of contact.