Careers at IMU Studios

3D Character Rigger We are seeking an additional, exceptional 3D Character Rigger for our playable Characters, digital Creatures, NPCs, and Animals. Your Mission You are to become the connective pipeline from our 3D Modelers, to check their production and confirm or correct 3D structures before models are UV Mapped for textures. Once you have approved the 3D model, you will rig and skin the model to our Lead animator’s specifications. Responsibilities You’re an expert at organic joint and body motion requirements to create the fluidity of our character’s natural flexibility and biological innate characteristics. Key Duties Create high-performance, animation-friendly character and creature rigs Help solve team problems to make sure they achieve their deadlines Provide feedback and develop standards for character production Develop a flexible character production pipeline within the team Character Skinning and rigging in Maya and MotionBuilder Work closely with 3D artists and animators Refine and manage production workflows Confirming 3D models are built correctly Skin 3D Models for Animation Rig 3D Models for Animation Technical Skills Rigging excellence for custom realistic characters, facial rigs, biped, winged, quadruped, and creatures Strong analytical, problem-solving, time management, and organizational skills Ability to work independently and in a team environment Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong knowledge of human and animal anatomy Attention to detail and ability to multitask General knowledge of online gaming Excellence in character skinning skill Troubleshooting skills Software Targets Maya Blender MotionBuilder Google Docs & Sheets Qualifications & Experience Solid knowledge of how to develop a character production pipeline, along with rigging and animation workflows Excellent knowledge of Maya; experience working with MotionBuilder Excellent knowledge of anatomy and topology for 3D characters 2+ Years of experience in rigging and general 3D art production Essential knowledge of animation and other 3D art processes A comprehensive reel demonstrating rigging capabilities No degree, certificate, or diploma is required Experience with Unreal Engine 4 and/or 5 Experience being part of a creative team Good knowledge of rig scripting Bonus Skills Good knowledge of scripting Maya Python and Mel Knowledge of HLSL shader in Unreal Engine 3 years to 5 years of industry experience Experience in game development We currently have two options: REV SHARE: Join now, gain experience and references (easy to join), log your time, bank your rate, and get paid out with bonuses, as the investment is secured and as revenue comes in. WAITLIST: Ask to be added to our waitlist, and once we’re funded, we’ll get back to you if the position is available (competitive role). About the Position You embody a love and passion for working in entertainment that is truly good for gamers. You work remotely. You track your own time in our online time tracker. You will begin part-time. After a 3-month trial period, you may go full-time, at any time as proven and required at the company’s discretion. IMU Studios is in a growth phase, seeking various roles for contract work. About the Company: IMU Studios is a visionary content creator and video game development company. The IMU team is a unique mix of experienced business people, serial entrepreneurs, and highly-skilled artists who create character-based video games with novel marketing plans. About the Game: Our cinematic open-world hero shooter video game takes place on Nebulous Prime, a small planet in the beautiful Stellar Jewel Box nebula. Filled with playable stories, meaningful quests, arenas, and game challenges. This allows players to freely explore and discover all of the beautiful details that are revealed. IMU Studios creates environments that players can experience in awe, all built on the visual power and performance of the Unreal Engine. We're searching for candidates who display a willingness to learn and possess the drive to explore and enhance their skills. If you think you are what we’re looking for, apply now! How to Apply: Send us a message and tell us why you are a good fit and how you can contribute. Please attach your CV, resume, and portfolio. Email: derickmungahu@imustudios.com

Unreal Engine 5, Blueprint Programmers Remote Independent Contractor Position Job description: We are currently looking for Unreal Engine 5 developers to join our team. We are a multi-talented team united to create a high-quality open-world hero shooter game with an exceptional business model and fresh, exciting gameplay mechanics! Depending on your skillset, responsibilities may vary from: · Contributing in the making of the game mechanics · Participate in showcase and technical meetings · Converting UI designs to interactable UMGs · Develop and integrate animation logic · Fix and troubleshoot existing code · Optimize and profile performance · Make autonomous AI behavior · Document and refactor code Qualifications: · SOLID programming experience · Knowledge of Unreal Engine Blueprints · Knowledge of Unreal Engine Behavior Trees · Knowledge of profiling and optimization tools · Knowledge of Unreal Engine Animations Blueprints · Knowledge of Unreal Engine User Motion Graphics Good to Have: · Knowledge in SVN (preferred) or GIT. · Advanced level in Spoken English. · Knowledge of Unreal Engine C++. Experience: · Professional Game development experience: 3 years (preferred) · Software Engineering: 3 years · Programming: 5 years We currently have two options: · REV SHARE: Join now, gain experience and references (easy to join), log your time, bank your rate, and get paid out with bonuses, as the investment is secured and as revenue comes in. · WAITLIST: Ask to be added to our waitlist, and once we’re funded, we’ll get back to you if the position is available (competitive role). Application process: · Programming Interview · Technical test. · Sign the Agreement and begin part-time About the Company: IMU Studios is a visionary content creator and video game development company. The IMU team is a unique mix of experienced business people, serial entrepreneurs, and highly-skilled artists who create character-based video games with novel marketing plans. About the Game: Our cinematic open-world hero shooter video game takes place on Nebulous Prime, a small planet in the beautiful Stellar Jewel Box nebula. Filled with playable stories, meaningful quests, arenas, and game challenges. This allows players to freely explore and discover all of the beautiful details that are revealed. IMU Studios creates environments that players can experience in awe, all built on the visual power and performance of the Unreal Engine. We're searching for candidates who display a willingness to learn and possess the drive to explore and enhance their skills. If you think you are what we’re looking for, apply now! How to Apply: Send us a message and tell us why you are a good fit, and how you can contribute. Please attach your CV, resume, portfolio. Email: derickmungahu@imustudios.com

PC Video Game Designer Remote Independent Contractor Position Entering into our next stage, we have an open position for a skilled game designer. You are tasked with creating joyful experiences with profound twists for gamers, set in our deeply designed lore. Your Mission To create the most engaging version of our game. Responsibilities Help create clear game design documentation for our game developers. Lead workflow practices to streamline productivity and creativity. Lead design sessions to provide constructive input on plans. Mentor members of the game design team. Key Duties Work collaboratively with designers to create experiences that will thrill audiences. Provide direction to overall gameplay ideas by making key decisions. Manage sprint design planning and resources across projects. Merge dispersed game design elements into a cohesive plan. Traits Having fresh eyes, you are flexible and knowledgeable. You can build upon existing game economy designs. Make collaborative decisions with teammates. Highly communicative. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Own initiatives from start to finish while collaborating within a team environment. A detail-oriented game professional specializing in game design principles. Communicates effectively with both technical and non-technical people. Bonus points Single-player, MMORPG quest, and multiplayer expressions. Experience working on products in development. Puzzle and quest design experience. Resolving storyline plot abilities. An experienced gamer. Details Part-time to start Remote only Schedule Make your own/Flexible Software Targets Adobe Photoshop Miro | The Visual Workspace Google Docs, Sheets & Draw.io Qualifications A comprehensive reel/website demonstrating capabilities. 2+ years of industry experience as a Game Designer. No degree, certificate, or diploma is required. Bonus Skills Basic 2D / 3D concept skills Experience in presenting your ideas We currently have two options: · REV SHARE: Join now, gain experience and references (easy to join), log your time, bank your rate, and get paid out with bonuses, as the investment is secured and as revenue comes in. · WAITLIST: Ask to be added to our waitlist, and once we’re funded, we’ll get back to you if the position is available (competitive role). About the Position You embody a love and passion for working in entertainment that is truly good for gamers. You work remotely. You track your own time in our online time tracker. You will begin part-time. After a 3-month trial period, you may go full-time, at any time as proven and required at the company’s discretion. IMU Studios is in a growth phase, seeking various roles for contract work. About the Company: IMU Studios is a visionary content creator and video game development company. The IMU team is a unique mix of experienced business people, serial entrepreneurs, and highly-skilled artists who create character-based video games with novel marketing plans. About the Game: Our cinematic open-world hero shooter video game takes place on Nebulous Prime, a small planet in the beautiful Stellar Jewel Box nebula. Filled with playable stories, meaningful quests, arenas, and game challenges. This allows players to freely explore and discover all of the beautiful details that are revealed. IMU Studios creates environments that players can experience in awe, all built on the visual power and performance of the Unreal Engine. We're searching for candidates who display a willingness to learn and possess the drive to explore and enhance their skills. If you think you are what we’re looking for, apply now! How to Apply: Send us a message and tell us why you are a good fit and how you can contribute. Please attach your CV, resume, and portfolio. Email: derickmugahu@imustudios.com

Open-World Game Environment Audio Designer Global Remote Independent Contractor Position Your Mission As a talented audio designer, you will bring our game world to life with in-depth professional audio to engage gamers with truly memorable experiences. Audio Goal: to raise the audio quality in our game releases to co-inspire our world-class teams to create thrilling video game experiences. Responsibilities Familiar with fundamental audio design, digital processing, and mastering Collaborate with teams to drive inspiring, cohesive gameplay experiences Create, mix, and master quality audio assets using a DAW Place audio experiences correctly into the game world Raise the standard for audio within our brand Create innovative audio to immerse players Understanding of a AAA game’s audio Shape the soundscape of our games Key Duties Creating sound design elements Deep passion for bringing innovation to our brand Ensuring consistency and quality across all audio assets Design, record, edit, and mix audio tracks, utilizing advanced sound design tools and techniques. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities In-depth knowledge of Unreal Engine components: such as audio, scripting, level editor, animation, and Sequencer editors Familiarity with the latest audio technologies and trends in the gaming industry Great communication skills and the ability to work remotely and collaboratively A willingness and desire to learn advanced audio skills and techniques Ability to set your schedule, deadlines, and goals. Software Targets Pro Tools, Cubase, Nuendo, Reaper, and/or FMOD Studio Experience working with Unreal Engine (audio tools) Wwise audio middleware Google Docs & Sheets Qualifications 3+ years of experience using related software and packages No degree, certificate, or diploma is required 3 to 5 years of industry experience preferred A portfolio demonstrating sound design work Bonus Skills & Traits A love and passion for excellent game audio Audio design or sound design experience A deep passion for video games A set of ‘Golden Ears’ A recording studio We currently have two options: REV SHARE: Join now, gain experience and references (easy to join), log your time, bank your rate, and get paid out with bonuses, as the investment is secured and as revenue comes in. WAITLIST: Ask to be added to our waitlist, and once we’re funded, we’ll get back to you if the position is available (competitive role). About the Position You embody a love and passion for working in entertainment that is truly good for gamers. You work remotely. You track your own time in our online time tracker. You will begin part-time. After a 3-month trial period, you may go full-time, at any time as proven and required at the company’s discretion. IMU Studios is in a growth phase, seeking various roles for contract work. About the Company: IMU Studios is a visionary content creator and video game development company. The IMU team is a unique mix of experienced business people, serial entrepreneurs, and highly-skilled artists who create character-based video games with novel marketing plans. About the Game: Our cinematic open-world hero shooter video game takes place on Nebulous Prime, a small planet in the beautiful Stellar Jewel Box nebula. Filled with playable stories, meaningful quests, arenas, and game challenges. This allows players to freely explore and discover all of the beautiful details that are revealed. IMU Studios creates environments that players can experience in awe, all built on the visual power and performance of the Unreal Engine. We're searching for candidates who display a willingness to learn and possess the drive to explore and enhance their skills. If you think you are what we’re looking for, apply now! How to Apply: Send us a message and tell us why you are a good fit and how you can contribute. Please attach your CV, resume, and portfolio. Email: derickmungahu@imustudios.com

Capital Acquisition - Professional Your Mission As an experienced fundraiser, you are an expert at crafting the most suitable “Pitch” for pursuing investment capital. As the investment lead, you would guide the supporting operational and strategic facets of our business development to support our staged capital investment acquisition programs. You play a central role in each funding round to extend significant influence on the capital acquisition marketing direction and strategy of the company. Primary responsibility for coordinating and organizing each funding round, including identifying and recruiting other investors. You will be presenting the agreed investment opportunity, and leading the negotiating of any modifications to the intended terms of the Investment up to closing and funding completion. Your past experiences and expertise are from having closed many rounds of funding and you can proactively guide and support related activities towards success on subsequent funding rounds. Key skills Exceptional communication skills: networking, negotiation, and conflict-resolution abilities. Demonstration of phenomenal interpersonal skills along with excellent verbal and written communication skills that are a necessity for public speaking, and pitching. Strong financial, investment, and analytical plus major problem-solving skills. A successful track record and possibly PMP designation together with excellent time-management and organizational skills. Excellent numerical skills: Work to a budget and reach financial targets on time, including regularly reporting to management for delivery to internal stakeholders, and investors. Negotiation skills: You need to possess the ability to persuade potential investors of the value, benefit, and future of this investment and the potential for real cash investment ROI following ROC, to comfortably manage all questions about the investment opportunity. Beneficially Well-read: i.e. Avid study of books like ‘Pitch Anything’ by Oren Klaff Qualifications; Relevant Experience You have a solid track record of raising millions of private funding for software, gaming, or alternative investment technology companies Past successful scale equivalent experience in fundraising is critical. However, marketing experience in sales can be a valuable adjunct as well. Responsibilities Organise and take part in strategy and planning meetings with other members of the fundraising team Effectively convey the organization’s mission, vision, and programs to potential investors Write internal reports, analyzing fundraising progress every month Research prospects who could be interested in investing Cold call potential investors and build relationships with them Refine the pitch deck, business plans, and marketing strategy Strategize and successfully execute fundraising campaigns Update investors on how their money is being used Key Duties ∙ Securing funding: The Capital Acquisition - Lead guides the stages, phases, and scale of investment funding by round as determined by operations management. ∙ Setting investment terms: The Capital Acquisition - Lead is responsible for recommending to the Board the terms of the investment with the company and other investors. This includes supporting the valuation of the company, education on investment processes, and any special terms or conditions attached to the investment. ∙ Providing guidance and support: The Capital Acquisition - Lead will continue to provide valuable guidance and support for additional Capitalization as the company grows. This can include strategic advice as well as introductions to other investors. The Capital Acquisition - Lead should help avoid common pitfalls and navigate the challenges of scaling the business and securing additional required funding if necessary. ∙ Offering industry expertise: The Lead if experienced in the Gaming industry can offer valuable insights and advice to help our company succeed. They may be able to provide access to industry connections and knowledge that isn’t accessible otherwise. ∙ Mitigating risk: Help mitigate risk by conducting due diligence on the company and its business model. This can help ensure that the investment is sound and that the company has a solid plan for growth, revenue generation, and net Cash flow to support Business Valuation and related Capital Acquisition needs. ∙ Pitch a bank-ready business plan containing a subscription offer, and successfully close additional investors Milestones 1. Close Stage 3 Rounds 1 and 2 (as defined by our Term Sheet) 2. Secure revolving production budgets for ongoing development Required Skills and Qualifications ∙ At least three years of experience in fundraising, sales, or marketing ∙ A passion for research and discovery ∙ Highly-motivated individual Preferred skills ∙ Experience in communications, business, and public relations or related fields ∙ Experience raising and/or investing in tech, and/or video games ∙ Owner of a large list of wealthy individuals ∙ Confidence in public speaking About the Game Our cinematic open-world hero shooter video game takes place on Nebulous Prime, a small planet in the beautiful Stellar Jewel Box nebula. Filled with playable stories, meaningful quests, arenas, and game challenges. Allowing players to freely explore and discover all of the beautiful details as revealed. TEAM IMU creates environments that players can experience in awe, all built on the visual power and performance of the Unreal Engine. About the Company IMU Studios creates refreshing experiences for gamers. Thrilling, fun adventures that shake the foundations of the industries we enter. We have assembled a team of video game underdogs, all hungry to be the next heroes. Together we are pushing everything to be more exciting! IMU Studios was founded when game developer Robert Strutin’s market research revealed fresh opportunities in the video game industry, crossing market lines of gameplay and revenue models. Our home studio is nestled in the beautiful, inspiring mountains of British Columbia, Canada, with active Team Members contributing worldwide. Our expert team of game developers and artists are truly passionate about their craft and producing profound entertainment experiences. We create exhilarating video games that enrich your life and empower you as a player. Tell us who you are, what you do, and why you would like to join. Apply Email: derickmungahu@imustudios.com

We are seeking an experienced Lead Level Designer to shape the world of THUNDER. You will be responsible for creating engaging, balanced, and visually stunning game environments that push the boundaries of player experience. As our Lead Level Designer, you will work closely with the art, engineering, and narrative teams to craft memorable gameplay moments. You will mentor junior designers and establish best practices for level design across the studio.

We are looking for a creative Sound Designer / Composer to create the audio landscape of THUNDER. You will design sound effects, compose music, and implement audio systems that enhance immersion and emotional impact. From epic battle themes to subtle environmental ambience, your work will be crucial in creating an unforgettable audio experience.

We need a skilled Unreal Engine Developer to help build the technical foundation of THUNDER. You will implement gameplay systems, optimize performance, and work with designers to bring their visions to life in Unreal Engine 5. This role requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to write clean, maintainable code that scales with our ambitious project.

We are searching for a visionary Concept Artist to help define the visual identity of THUNDER. You will create stunning concept art for characters, environments, props, and key marketing materials that inspire the entire development team. Your artwork will set the tone and direction for our game's aesthetic, working closely with the Art Director to ensure a cohesive and compelling visual style.

Join our animation team to bring THUNDER's characters to life! We are looking for a talented 3D Character Animator who can create fluid, realistic, and expressive character animations that enhance gameplay and storytelling. You will work on everything from combat animations to cinematic sequences, collaborating with riggers, designers, and engineers to ensure animations integrate seamlessly into the game.