Gameplay Capture Editor

Nexon America; El Segundo (CA); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

401(k) with company match

Flexible vacation and paid time off

Job summary

Nexon America is seeking a passionate Gameplay Capture Editor to join our Creative team. You will capture, curate, and edit in-game footage for marketing across Nexon’s titles, leveraging Unreal Engine and Premiere Pro to craft dynamic sequences that tell compelling stories for our audience.

You’ll work in a hybrid setup, 2–3 days in-office, collaborating closely with Marketing and Game Production to ensure footage aligns with brand and storytelling goals.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years experience with Adobe Premiere and other relevant Adobe Creative Suite Apps.

Responsibilities

• In-Game Footage Capture: play games at expert level to capture iconic moments.
• Storytelling through Gameplay: edit sequences highlighting narrative and excitement.
• Strategic Planning and Preparation: coordinate capture plans for specific moments and perspectives.
• Technical Proficiency and Efficiency: use Unreal Engine camera tools and Sequencer; troubleshoot video capture issues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Unreal Engine

Cinematic editing

Storytelling through gameplay

Gameplay capture

Education

BA/BS degree, or equivalent experience

2+ years Adobe Premiere Pro

Tools

Unreal Engine

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

About Nexon

Nexon America is a branch of Nexon Co., Ltd., a global video game publisher and leading developer of online virtual worlds for PCs, consoles, and mobile devices. Nexon proudly offers celebrated franchises like MapleStory and Mabinogi that have been enjoyed by millions of players for over two decades. When we founded our Nexon America branch in 2006, we made it our goal to bring those unique games to western players using a player-first approach. We achieve that goal by applying our team’s outstanding free-to-play expertise and live game support to every decision, every day.

But we’re committed to more than our games! Here at Nexon America, we’re all about open communication, diversity, mutual respect, and collaboration, so we can bring out the best in each other. Nexies find support, friendship, and career growth all in one place! And because we know a healthy work-life balance is the key to happiness, Nexies also enjoy flexible hours, a hybrid work model, and extra perks like food trucks, happy hours, and team events. It’s why we’ve earned the Great Place to Work certification for 6 years running!

We’re looking to expand our team with passionate individuals who want to learn, play, and grow with us. Ready for a new challenge?

Summary of Position

We are looking for a passionate and skilled Gameplay Capture Editor to join our Creative team. As a Gameplay Capture Editor, you will work with Marketing and Game Production to capture, curate and edit in-game footage that tells engaging visual stories for all our game titles. You’ll have a deep understanding of Game IP mechanics, characters, and settings, as well as a creative eye for capturing and editing moments that resonate with our audience.

You’ll find creative angles, strong compositions, and develop strategies to capture and edit dynamic footage that brings excitement and energy to our marketing materials. Your role is part-artist, part-storyteller, and part-gameplay expert.

If you’re an editor who loves storytelling through gameplay, we’d love to see your skills in action!

We are currently working in the office 2-3x a week in a hybrid work model.

Job Responsibilities

• In-Game Footage Capture
  • Play our games at an expert level to capture iconic and visually compelling gameplay moments
  • Utilize in-depth knowledge of our IP to showcase the game’s features, characters, and storylines in an engaging way
• Storytelling through Gameplay
  • Capture and edit visually dynamic sequences that highlight the narrative, excitement, and unique aspects of our games
  • Collaborate with creative and marketing teams to ensure captured and edited content aligns with the title’s brand and storytelling goals
• Strategic Planning and Preparation
  • Coordinate and execute plans to capture and edit specific in-game moments or sequences, including strategizing gameplay moves to produce engaging footage
  • Adapt gameplay techniques to capture and edit moments from unique or challenging perspectives within each game’s camera system
  • Work closely with marketing and game teams to stay updated on new content, features, and upcoming releases, ensuring footage and edits reflects the latest gameplay and mechanics
• Technical Proficiency and Efficiency
  • Experience capturing/creating shots in Unreal Engine. Ability to use Unreal Engine camera tools and Unreal Sequencer
  • Operate capture software and troubleshoot technical issues related to video recording and playback
  • Review and organize captured content to ensure only the best footage is used in the final edit
  • Have a general understanding of Premiere and other Adobe Suite tools to deliver dynamic video edits based on provided briefs and direction
• Other duties as assigned
  

Work Experience

• 1-2+ years of proven experience in gameplay capture, editing, content creation, or similar roles in gaming or digital media
• Experience with game engines (specifically Unreal Engine) and game development tools to capture gameplay footage and create custom cinematic gameplay shots

Education, Professional Training, Technical Training or Certification

• BA/BS degree, or equivalent experience
• 2+ year experience with Adobe Premiere and other relevant Adobe Creative Suite Apps

Knowledge/Skills

• Strong understanding of the visual and mechanical dynamics of 3D games
• Knowledge of Unreal and other game engines
• Strong sense of composition, with the ability to frame scenes and moments that are both visually compelling and narratively rich
• Proficiency in capturing and editing gameplay footage with a storytelling approach
• Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work closely with both creative teams and the game development team to stay aligned on content and updates
• Basic knowledge of video editing software (e.g. Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects) preferred
• *Bonus: In-depth knowledge and passion for Mabinogi, with a keen eye for detail and an understanding of how to capture moments that resonate with the Mabinogi community

Management has the right to add or change duties and job requirements at any time.

Nexon’s Benefits and Perks

We offer medical, dental and vision plans for you, your spouse or domestic partner and your children. Employees who enroll in the high deductible health plan receive an annual employer contribution to a health savings account and company paid hospital indemnity benefits. We also provide company paid life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability benefits as well as access to voluntary life and AD&D for yourself and your dependents, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) savings plan with a company match, and pet insurance. Nexies are encouraged to take advantage of our monthly wellness credit, participate in lunchtime yoga, and enroll in language classes. We host bi-monthly catered lunches, monthly happy hours, and maintain a well-stocked snack bar. To help you maintain a good work life balance, we offer paid time off, sick days, company holidays, and a year-end break.

Nexon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Compensation Description for Pay Transparency (annually)

The base salary range for this position in El Segundo, CA is $30.00 - $36.00 hourly.

Our salary ranges are determined by market data based on position and level. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum salaries for that position. An individual’s pay is determined by factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, skills, experiences, relevant education or training, and location.

Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work. This role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, however the salary range listed in this job posting reflects the base salary only.