Careers

Pivotal Games is always looking for talented individuals with a flair for art, programming, design or audio. We want people who are passionate about developing video games and can use their own initiative to see challenging projects through to completion.

All our employees benefit from working as part of a highly experienced team on a range of exciting titles. We also offer a competitive salary, bonuses, profit share scheme, private health insurance, life assurance and at least 21 days holiday.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR :

  • A conscientious manner.
  • Strong skills in your area of expertise.
  • Ability to work as part of a team.
  • Be goal orientated.
  • Good communication skills.
  • A keen interest in video games.
  • Educated to a minimum of Degree level in an appropriate field.
  • A responsible and professional attitude.
  • Video games industry experience.


art

ANIMATOR
Experienced animator required, well versed in 3D Maxs Character studio and motion capture. Must be versatile in style and able to faithfully create animations to a brief from lead.
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ASSOCIATE ANIMATOR
Versed in 3ds Max Character Studio. Must be versatile in style and able to faithfully create animations to a brief from lead.
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TECHNICAL ARTIST
As the primary liaison between the Art and Programming departments, you will be responsible for the development of tools and methods to allow for the creation of the highest quality artwork within agreed technological limitations.
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SENIOR ENVIRONMENT ARTIST
As part of the Environment Art team, you will be involved in all aspects of creating visually stunning gaming environments for Pivotal Games’ cutting edge next-generation titles.
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ENVIRONMENT ARTIST
As part of the Environment Art team, you will be involved in all aspects of creating visually stunning gaming environments for Pivotal Games’ cutting edge next-generation titles.
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CHARACTER ARTIST (All Levels)
Ranging from Associate to Senior we have positions open for all levels of Character Artists. Be part of the team that create Pivotal’s visually stunning characters for our next gen portfolio of games.
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INTERFACE ARTIST
Whether you have just finished your degree or have many years experience we will have a position to suit your level of experience as an Interface Artist here at Pivotal.
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ASSOCIATE VIDEO ARTIST/VIDEO ARTIST
Versed in Final Cut Pro/Adobe After Effects. Must be versatile, creative and able to faithfully create trailers and sting to a brief from lead.
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CONCEPT/MARKETING ARTIST
Experienced concept/marketing artist required, well versed in Adobe Photoshop, 3ds Max. Must be versatile in style and able to faithfully create detailed concepts to a brief from lead.
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Programming

GRADUATE (ASSOCIATE) SOFTWARE ENGINEERS
Gameplay/Physics/Animation/General/Tools

Passionate about great video games? Interested in how they are created? Why not put your degree to use with a career in the games industry?
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SOFTWARE ENGINEERS/SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEERS
Online/Multiplayer

We are looking for Software Engineers with online games or networking experience who want to help take online development to the next level.
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SOFTWARE ENGINEERS/SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEERS
Gameplay/Physics/Animation/General/Tools

Platforms: PS3, Xbox 360, DS, Wii, PC and PSP
We are looking for talented and enthusiastic programmers with experience in C/C++ and an ability to get things done. We want people who can see the problem space from top to bottom, can devise multi-platform solutions and finish them on time
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Production

PRODUCER
Platforms: PS3, Xbox 360, DS, Wii, PC and PSP
If you are a talented and experienced Producer and want to work on the latest next gen high-profile projects from Pivotal Games then we would like to hear from you.
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Design

DESIGN
If you have a passion for designing games, have the ability to identify areas where gameplay can be enhanced and want to be part of an award winning design team then we would like to hear from you.
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WE SUPPORT:

PEGI Tiga


OUR PUBLISHER:

Eidos

OUR FRIENDS:

IO Interactive

Pivotal Games is Recruiting


Pivotal Studio

The Pivotal studio is located in the South West of the UK near the picturesque Roman City of Bath.
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Literary Bristol

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Staff Diaries

STAFF DIARIES
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