Openings - Bottom Up Games

Our Opportunities

We are looking for versatile and motivated people with whom we can build a long-term relationship based on trust. If you recognize yourself in some of the points below, feel free to get in touch!

We are currently looking for the following profiles:

Concept Artist

Our studio is entering the pre-production phase of a new 3D split-screen cooperative game, and we are looking for a Concept Artist to join us and accompany the team during this key stage.

Working closely with the team, you will contribute to the creation and definition of a semi-realistic visual universe, ensuring the consistency of the game’s visual and artistic identity.

Responsibilities :
– Create and develop new biomes
– Produce concept art (atmospheres, in-game vision) to help visualize the different worlds the characters will travel through
– Collaborate with other team members and communicate clear information and strong artistic intentions

Practical information

Statut: Freelance position (self-employed or interim)
Location: Brussels and Discord
Duration: Approximately 3 months, renewable
Part-time or full-time: To be defined
Start date: April 2026
Language : French and/or English

Profile

Skills

Ideally, you have:

strong skills in creating natural environments (non-terrestrial and sci-fi)
a solid understanding of staging, composition, perspective, lighting, and color theory
the ability to quickly produce exploratory sketches and iterations
the ability to create detailed prop sheets in a semi-realistic style
excellent communication skills and the ability to work and collaborate effectively with other team members
comfort with a production-oriented workflow

Qualities

sensitivity to environmental storytelling, atmosphere, clarity of intent, and visual poetry
curiosity
a genuine enjoyment of creating from scratch
autonomy in your work, with ambition and a proactive mindset
comfort with iterative work and openness to feedback
a desire to be part of a team
a strong attention to detail and a taste for “that little extra touch”

Bonus

familiarity with Blender, Maya, Houdini, and/or Substance
experience with Unreal Engine 5
basic knowledge of game design
concrete experience as a concept artist or environment artist on a 3D game project

Additional information

What we offer

a motivated and ambitious team
flexible working hours
equal pay for all team members
a position where exploration, risk-taking, and failure are valued
a warm and friendly work environment built on openness, trust, and support
the opportunity to have a real impact on the visual identity of a cooperative project
pastries on Friday mornings

To apply

Please provide a CV, portfolio or a selection of relevant work (personal and team projects).

We’re looking forward to meeting you!

Narrative Designer

Our studio is entering the pre-production phase of a new 3D split-screen cooperative game, and we are looking for a Narrative Designer to join us and accompany the team during this key stage.

Working closely with the team, you will help bring a science fiction universe to life and develop a linear adventure, ensuring strong coherence between the narrative and gameplay mechanics.

Responsibilities :
– Define a clear overarching narrative framework (themes, world, tone, motivations) for the game, with close attention to immersion and emotional impact
– Develop documentation related to worldbuilding, story, and characters
– Collaborate with other team members to integrate narrative elements in a coherent and harmonious way

Practical information

Statut: Freelance position (self-employed or interim)
Location: Brussels and Discord
Duration: Approximately 3 months, renewable
Part-time or full-time: To be defined
Start date: July 2026
Language : French and/or English

Profile

Skills

Ideally, you have:

excellent writing skills (dialogue and storytelling)
a narrative vision that takes into account environmental and audio storytelling, staging, and a sense of poetry
a strong film and video game culture
excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with other team members
proven experience as a narrative designer or interactive storyteller on a video game project (a plus if published), and familiarity with game development processes
a well-established working methodology
knowledge of game design
full professional proficiency in French and/or English

Qualities

curiosity
autonomy in your work, with ambition and a proactive mindset
comfort with iterative work and openness to feedback
a desire to be part of a team
strong organizational and attention-to-detail skills, with a taste for “that little extra touch”

Bonus

ability to work with visual supports (diagrams, storyboards)
experience with Unreal Engine 5
knowledge of langage scripting

Additional information

What we offer

a motivated and ambitious team
flexible working hours
equal pay for all team members
a position where exploration, risk-taking, and failure are valued
a warm and friendly work environment built on openness, trust, and support
the opportunity to have a real impact on the identity of a cooperative project
pastries on Friday mornings

To apply

Please provide a CV, portfolio or relevant work samples (scripts, worldbuilding documents, character sheets, narrative scripts).

We’re looking forward to meeting you!

Composer / Sound Designer

Our studio is entering the pre-production phase of a new 3D split-screen cooperative game, and we are looking for a Composer and Sound Designer* to join us and accompany the team during this key stage.

*Ideally, you cover both roles, but please feel free to apply even if you don’t tick every box.

Working closely with the team, you will help bring to life a natural and science-fiction universe by designing a cohesive sound universe from the ground up.

Responsibilities :
– Create the main musical theme and soundtracks for the entire game
– Design, record, edit, and implement sound design elements (sound effects, foley, ambiences, voice-over)
– Collaborate with other team members and communicate clear information and strong creative intentions

Practical information

Statut: Freelance position (self-employed or interim)
Location: Brussels and Discord
Duration: Approximately 3 months, renewable
Part-time or full-time: To be defined
Start date: July 2026
Language : French and/or English

Profile

Skills

Ideally, you have:

experience producing high-quality orchestral music
creative and technical skills in sound design: ideation, recording (studio and/or field recording), editing, and implementation
the ability to design immersive and coherent audio experiences
strong proficiency with a DAW
experience integrating audio using Wwise and Unreal Engine 5
excellent verbal communication skills, particularly when discussing abstract concepts, and the ability to collaborate effectively with other team members
proven experience as a sound designer on a video game project (a plus if published), with familiarity with game development processes
a well-established working methodology

Qualities

curiosity
a strong desire to design and implement a wide variety of sounds (characters, environments, interfaces)
sensitivity to audio storytelling, atmosphere, and a sense of poetry
autonomy in your work, with ambition and a proactive mindset
comfort with iterative work and openness to feedback
a desire to be part of a team
strong attention to detail and a taste for “that little extra touch”

Bonus

hands-on experience recording with an orchestra
a home studio setup

Additional information

What we offer

a motivated and ambitious team
flexible working hours
equal pay for all team members
a position where exploration, risk-taking, and failure are valued
a warm and friendly work environment built on openness, trust, and support
the opportunity to have a real impact on the identity of a cooperative project
pastries on Friday mornings

To apply

Please provide a CV and a SoundCloud link (or equivalent).

We’re looking forward to meeting you!

Animator

Our studio is entering the pre-production phase of a new 3D split-screen cooperative game, and we are looking for an Animator to join us and accompany the team during this key stage.

Working closely with the team, you will help bring to life a natural and science-fiction universe by animating characters, creatures, and props in a semi-realistic style.

Responsibilities :
– Produce gameplay animations (and cinematics) ready to be used in a game engine
– Ensure consistency, style, and quality of animations from concept through implementation
– Collaborate with other team members to deliver a cohesive and harmonious gameplay experience

Practical information

Statut: Freelance position (self-employed or interim)
Location: Brussels and Discord
Duration: Approximately 3 months, renewable
Part-time or full-time: To be defined
Start date: May 2026
Language : French and/or English

Profile

Skills

Ideally, you have:

at least 2 years of experience as an animator in the video game or film industry
strong proficiency with Maya
a deep understanding of animation fundamentals: key poses, timing, weight, and clarity
the ability to quickly produce rough animation passes for prototyping purposes
a strong ability to inject personality and character into your animations
the ability to produce high-quality hand-keyed (keyframe) animations
basic knowledge of rigging
the ability to create your own tools to improve workflow efficiency
experience setting up complex animation systems within a game engine
excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with other team members
a well-established working methodology

Qualities

curiosity and a willingness to explore new approaches
autonomy in your work, with ambition and a proactive mindset
comfort with iterative work and openness to feedback
a desire to be part of a team
strong attention to detail and a taste for “that little extra touch”

Bonus

professional experience developing animations in Unreal Engine using tools such as animation blueprints, state machines, animation montages, blend spaces, motion matching, and control rig
experience with Unreal Engine’s Sequencer
a solid understanding of game design

Additional information

What we offer

a motivated and ambitious team
flexible working hours
equal pay for all team members
a position where exploration, risk-taking, and failure are valued
a warm and friendly work environment built on openness, trust, and support
the opportunity to have a real impact on the identity of a cooperative project
pastries on Friday mornings

To apply

Please provide a CV and a demo reel.

We’re looking forward to meeting you!

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contact@bottomupgames.com