Lead UEFN Game Designer; Fortnite-focused

Lead UEFN Game Designer (Fortnite-focused, US Only)

This range is provided by Oni Studios. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

$50,000.00/yr - $/yr

Oni Studios is a powerful resource helping brands and content creators build powerful content and brands. Based in Austin, Texas, we’re in the heart of technology, gaming innovation, and digital culture. Our leadership has been in the gaming space for over five years, spearheading tactics and efforts that show real results for transforming content creation into a full enterprise. Our vision is to pioneer the next generation of content in the gaming industry - and we hope you will join us!

As the Lead UEFN Game Designer, you will shape and drive the creative vision behind Oni Studios’ Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN) experiences. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional team members to concept, design, build, and deliver engaging gameplay experiences within Fortnite’s evolving ecosystem. You’ll serve as both a creative leader and a production partner — owning the design direction while overseeing schedules, dependencies, and project health.

In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to bring innovative ideas to life, influence audience engagement at scale, and directly contribute to Oni Studios’ expanding footprint in gaming and content creation.

• Lead the creative direction and gameplay vision for UEFN projects from concept to release.
• Design, build, and iterate on levels, game loops, systems, and rulesets using UEFN tools, Devices, and Verse logic.
• Partner with production team members to determine the time, resources, and staffing needed to complete project deliverables.
• Build and maintain project plans, schedules, and roadmaps — ensuring visibility across development, quality assurance, and marketing (video content creation, community engagement) teams.
• Provide clear, transparent communication on project status, timelines, risks, and mitigation plans.
• Manage development budgets through timelines and freelancer allocations to ensure projects stay within predetermined budgeted hours.

• Collaborate closely with audio/visual artists, game developers, QA, and production partners to ensure high-quality execution.
• Playtest regularly and adjust designs based on feedback, player behavior, and performance data.
• Ensure proper pacing, scope management, and milestone adherence.
• Maintain clean and organized documentation, including gameplay flows, rulesets, performance considerations, and content guidelines.
• Stay current with Fortnite Creative trends, community expectations, and competitive landscape.
• Support innovation in engagement systems, including progression, rewards, and social loops.
• Develop and implement comprehensive game marketing strategies that include social media, content, events, PR, and creator support, ensuring profitability and audience engagement.
• Stay ahead of industry trends in UGC Gaming, UGC Game Marketing, Gaming Content Creation, and community engagement.

• Education Requirements:
  
  No formal degree required; relevant experience and portfolio strongly prioritized.
• Experience Requirements:
  • 4+ years of professional experience in game design, with at least 1–2 shipped UEFN or Fortnite Creative projects demonstrating clear ownership.
  • Experience designing and implementing gameplay systems, features, or levels.
  • Previous involvement in production, project oversight, or cross-functional team leadership.
• Skills and
  
  Competencies:
  • Deep understanding of game design fundamentals, including flow, pacing, player behavior, and systems balance.
  • Strong proficiency with UEFN tools, Fortnite Devices, and logic scripting.
  • Ability to lead project planning activities such as requirements gathering, resourcing, and timeline estimation.
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills with the ability to align creative vision across multiple disciplines.
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage scope, risks, and dependencies.
  • Passion for creating engaging, player‑first…