About the job
WHAT DEFINES EPIC?
At the heart of Epic's achievements are talented and driven individuals. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative atmosphere. Whether we are crafting award-winning games or developing groundbreaking engine technology that empowers others to create visually stunning interactive experiences, we are perpetually pushing the boundaries of creativity.
Being part of Epic means joining a team that consistently aims to uplift our community and our users. We are always innovating to elevate the standards of game and engine development.
DESIGN DEPARTMENT
Our Mission
Utilize your design prowess at a pioneering company that dares to challenge the status quo. From character and level design to competitive gameplay and system design, contribute to shaping the future of interactive entertainment at Epic.
Your Responsibilities
The Fortnite team at Epic Games is seeking a Design Director to steer the vision for the Battle Pass, Fortnite Crew, and other pass offerings (e.g., Music Pass and thematic passes). You will define the overarching vision and take ownership of the Passes’ results within Fortnite. Collaborating with peers across Game Design, UX/UI, Production, Art, and QA, you will ensure the overall success of the product. This role involves working closely with leaders outside of the core Pass Team, including Art, Seasonal Design (Quest, Gameplay), UX/UI, Product Management, Data Science, and Marketing, while aligning with Executive Stakeholders.
Key Duties Include:
- Taking direct responsibility for the design and success of the Pass product, framing vision and goals for the broader team with an outcomes-focused approach.
- Leading design initiatives for Passes to craft a comprehensive player experience, including unlock systems, progression systems, rewards, and monetization strategies, while co-leading feature development alongside UX/UI and Product partners.
- Collaborating with both first-party and third-party experiences, such as Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN), to ensure seamless progression integrity across platforms.
- Monitoring and fostering healthy gameplay in Fortnite, including mentoring the XP system team. Establishing guidelines and strategies for the XP system.
- Participating in playtests and engaging with the live game to provide constructive feedback, identifying practical solutions to challenges and opportunities for your team’s enhancement.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- 7+ years of experience in game design in a senior leadership role, with a focus on overseeing engagement systems related to pass-type structures; experience with subscription models is a plus.
- Highly analytical and...

