Lead VR Content Creator and Experience Designer

Placements24; Kempton Park; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Generous paid time off

Professional development and/con fer e

Conference attendance

Remote-friendly team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead VR Content Creator and Experience Designer to drive immersive experiences from concept through launch. This remote-first role requires a strong artistic sensibility and deep technical VR pipeline knowledge, guiding a distributed team toward standout virtual experiences for global audiences.

You will shape narrative-driven VR projects, mentor junior creators, and ensure performance across Oculus, Vive, PSVR, and other platforms.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in interactive media design, content creation, or game design with 3+ years in VR development.
• Strong portfolio showcasing VR projects and UX design for immersive experiences.
• Proficiency in Unity or Unreal Engine and VR hardware platforms.
• Expertise in 3D modeling, texturing, animation or scripting for VR content.
• Experience leading remote creative teams and communicating across distributed groups.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creative vision and execution of VR content from concept to delivery.
• Design and develop interactive VR experiences focusing on engagement and immersion.
• Collaborate with developers, artists, and producers to ensure project success.
• Prototype and iterate VR mechanics, environments, and UIs.
• Mentor junior content creators in a remote environment.
• Ensure technical feasibility and optimize performance across platforms.
• Stay updated on VR technologies, trends, and best practices.
• Manage project scope, timelines, and resources for VR content development.
• Conduct user testing and gather feedback to refine experiences.
• Present concepts and updates to stakeholders effectively.

Skills

VR content creation

Team leadership

Unity

Unreal Engine

3D modeling

VR hardware expertise

UI/UX for VR

Communication

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Game Design / Interactive Media / CS

Tools

Unity

Unreal Engine

Blender

Maya

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a pioneering virtual reality studio seeking a highly motivated and visionary Lead VR Content Creator and Experience Designer to join their fully remote team. This critical role involves conceptualizing, developing, and delivering groundbreaking VR experiences that captivate and engage users globally. You will be at the forefront of immersive storytelling, shaping the future of digital interaction. The ideal candidate possesses a strong artistic sensibility, exceptional technical understanding of VR development pipelines, and a proven ability to lead creative projects from inception to launch. As a remote-first organization, we emphasize seamless collaboration and effective communication across distributed teams. This is an unparalleled opportunity to influence the direction of VR content and work within a passionate group dedicated to innovation in the Arts & Entertainment industry, specifically within the emerging field of virtual experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the creative vision and execution of VR content projects from concept to final delivery.
• Design and develop interactive VR experiences, focusing on user engagement, immersion, and narrative coherence.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including developers, artists, and producers to ensure project success.
• Prototype and iterate on VR mechanics, environments, and user interfaces.
• Direct and mentor junior content creators and designers within a remote setting.
• Ensure the technical feasibility and performance optimization of VR content across target platforms.
• Stay current with emerging VR technologies, trends, and best practices in experience design.
• Manage project scope, timelines, and resources for VR content development.
• Conduct user testing and feedback sessions to refine and improve experiences.
• Present creative concepts and project updates to stakeholders effectively.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in interactive media design, content creation, or game design, with at least 3 years focused on VR development.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating successful VR projects and innovative user experience design.
• Proficiency in industry-standard game engines like Unity or Unreal Engine.
• Expertise in 3D modeling, texturing, animation, or scripting relevant to VR content creation.
• Deep understanding of VR hardware platforms (e.g., Oculus, Vive, PSVR) and their capabilities.
• Experience designing intuitive and engaging user interfaces for VR environments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage creative teams, preferably in a remote work context.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, adapted for remote collaboration.
• Bachelor's degree in Game Design, Interactive Media, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Must be able to work independently and thrive in a remote work environment.

Benefits

• This remote position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, generous paid time off, and opportunities for professional development and conference attendance.
• We provide a collaborative and supportive virtual work environment, access to cutting-edge VR development tools, and the chance to shape the future of immersive entertainment.
• Our client believes in fostering talent and offers clear pathways for career advancement within the organization.