Speculative Application in Southampton, England at Kinetic Games

About Kinetic Games

We’re an independent games studio best known for creating Phasmophobia, enjoyed by millions of players worldwide. Our team is passionate, creative, and collaborative and we’re looking for someone equally enthusiastic about games to join our growing team.

We’re a small but fast growing, friendly team that values creativity, openness, and personal growth. Whether you’re helping various departments or talking about your favourite horror game, you’ll be part of a supportive environment where passion and curiosity are celebrated. You’ll be joining a small but ambitious team where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your development truly matters.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are important to how we work together every day. We aim to build a team with diverse experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. We believe great games start with an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute, grow, and succeed. Applications from all qualified candidates are encouraged. Equal opportunities are provided throughout our recruitment and employment practices.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. We'll work with you to understand your needs and provide appropriate support wherever reasonably practicable.

About the role:

Don’t see a role that fits your skills and experience? No problem! Kinetic Games welcomes speculative applications from individuals eager to contribute their expertise. Whether you're a developer, artist, designer, marketer, community manager, or have another skill set you believe could benefit our team, we want to hear from you. This is an open invitation to talented professionals who share our passion for gaming and innovation to submit their applications.

This role is hybrid based at our office in Southampton. At this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Salary is negotiable depending on position and experience.

What We're Looking For:

• A passion for gaming, with a particular interest in horror games.
• A proactive mindset and the ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• Creativity, innovation, and a willingness to bring fresh ideas to the table.
• Commitment to quality and a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with the team

Requirements:

• Effective communication and teamwork abilities, capable of working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• A genuine passion for horror games and a desire to innovate within the genre.

Benefits & Perks

💰Comprehensive Reward Package

💼 Enhanced Employer Match Pension Scheme

💸 Annual Bonus

🍽️ Weekly Free Team Lunches

🎉 Regular Social Events

🏠 Hybrid & Flextime Working

⚽ Access to Southampton Football Club Tickets - subject to availability and sponsor allocation

📦 Relocation Package (within the UK only)

🚗Electric Vehicle Car Scheme

🏅 Employee of the Month Vouchers

🧘 ♀️ Personal Wellbeing Allowance

🤝 Recruitment Referral Scheme

🎓 Training & Development Budget

🚀 Training & Career Development

💚 Vitality Health Insurance

🛡️ Aviva Life Insurance

🎂 30 days Holiday in Total

🎄 Christmas Studio Shutdown