Cinematics Director
Core
Direct high-impact cinematic trailers and short-form content for Fortnite using Unreal Engine, blending character-driven storytelling with visual comedy.
Role type
Cinematic Director (Realtime/Unreal Engine)
Builds
Fortnite cinematic trailers and short-form content
Domain
Interactive Entertainment / Game Development
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Character-driven storytelling, Visual comedy, Shot design, Camera movement, Editing, Pacing, Performance direction, Unreal Engine 5, Sequencer, Control Rig, Rapid iteration, Cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Motion capture direction, Animation background, Scripting (Python/Blueprints), Technical art knowledge, Modeling/Skinning/Rigging
Technologies
Unreal Engine 5, Sequencer, Control Rig
Responsibilities
Define creative vision, story, tone, and visual language for Fortnite cinematic trailers; Develop and pitch original story and comedy ideas from concept to delivery; Work hands-on in Unreal Engine 5 to build and iterate sequences; Translate scripts and storyboards into compelling shots; Manage multiple projects simultaneously while synthesizing feedback from partners; Partner across Animation, Layout, Lighting, FX, Production, and Technical Art; Communicate creative intent across technical and creative teams.
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC
