Velan Studios, Inc.

Combat Designer

Velan Studios, Inc.
Posted 10/22/2026full-timeToronto • CanadaJuniorMid-Level💰 CA$60,000 - CA$80,000 per yearWebsite
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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in encounter design and combat behavior definition for enemies and allies, with a strong focus on collaboration within cross-disciplinary teams. Proficient in scripting and experienced in boss design within action or RPG settings.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Encounter DesignBoss DesignScripting ProficiencyCross-Disciplinary CommunicationIsometric ARPG Combat Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Define the combat behaviors of enemies, allies and bosses
  • Collaborate closely in cross-discipline teams
  • Work in cross-disciplinary teams to implement various enemy units and encounters
  • Drive critical early-stage design decisions during pre-production
  • Implement compelling encounter design throughout the project

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 2+ years of design experience
  • Experience in boss design in an action or RPG setting
  • General scripting proficiency
  • Solid cross-disciplinary communication skills
  • Experience in Co-Op games (Big Plus)
  • Experience in isometric ARPG combat (Big Plus)

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Hard Skills
Design ExperienceBoss DesignScripting ProficiencyEncounter DesignCombat Behavior Definition
Soft Skills
Cross-Disciplinary Communication
Industry Keywords
Co-Op GamesAction RPGIsometric ARPG