FSG-DESIGN-GAMEPLAY MIDI DESIGNER SUMMARY / OVERVIEW To take full responsibility for the creation of MIDI note maps for music-based video games, and the monitoring of these through development, ensuring the released note maps are of the highest standard in line with required timescales. Guarantee that the MIDI data is fully utilised in driving other aspects of the game. Doing this with the assistance of the Design Manager / Senior Midi Designer. ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES Be responsible for the creation of MIDI note data based on pre-recorded audio, delivering on time and to a high standard Ensure that gameplay reduction of the MIDI note data is carried out in accordance with gameplay difficulty rulesets whilst guaranteeing the feel of the original song is kept Fully utilise MIDI data to drive other aspects of the game and be at the forefront of suggesting new ways of working with the data
Maintain working organisation of game assets Proactively suggest how gameplay possibilities can be incorporated into the mark-up process Work closely with the Design and Music teams to ensure their understanding of the mark-up process so they can fully exploit the tools we have in place to improve the final game quality Monitor the MIDI mark-up at all stages of development, ensuring the initial quality is still in place upon the game’s release
Manage and participate in the delivery of high quality, bug free, game content Expose problems with the mark-up in current game builds and proactively liaise with the relevant developers to address issues immediately
Work closely with Music Producers to ensure their work enhances any mark up that has been created ROLE REQUIREMENTS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS EXPERIENCE) KEY ATTRIBUTES Candidates will possess a strong musical background Experience with MIDI sequencing (preferably Sonar), including tempo mapping Solid understanding of the difficulty gradations for music games Proficiency with a musical instrument (please provide details of instrument(s) Have experience performing in a live environment as part of a band/ensemble
Ability to transcribe vocal lines accurately to a high level of detail MAJOR PLUSES Hold a degree in music Knowledge and appreciation of rock music | 
