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Game Capture Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Minimum eight (8) years' experience leading capture of system development and production work and ... and game-changing results.  We take pride in our brilliant and talented team as well as our ...

Others | Game Operations | Game Ops | Santa Clara, California, USA Location: hybrid- Santa Clara ... Logcat, Console), capture crash dumps, analyze remote logging errors and warnings, and assist ...

Senior Gaming Animator

Redwood City, CA

$129K - $148K/yr

... game shops. * Drive animation performance without pushing out of a believable and realistic style; your hand-keyed work will fit seamlessly with motion capture * Join forces with designers and ...

Senior Gaming Animator

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$129K - $148K/yr

... game shops. * Drive animation performance without pushing out of a believable and realistic style; your hand-keyed work will fit seamlessly with motion capture * Join forces with designers and ...

Senior Gameplay Animator

Novato, CA · On-site

$124K - $142K/yr

... game animation. Experience structuring & maintaining animation processes such as rigging or prototyping. Experience working with motion capture data and editing it. Excellent problem solving and ...

Senior Gameplay Animator

Novato, CA · On-site

$124K - $142K/yr

... game animation. Experience structuring & maintaining animation processes such as rigging or prototyping. Experience working with motion capture data and editing it. Excellent problem solving and ...

We play the game daily and our deep understanding of it allows us to deliver visuals that put the player experience first, while still pushing artistic boundaries to fully capture the unique tone and ...

We play the game daily and our deep understanding of it allows us to deliver visuals that put the player experience first, while still pushing artistic boundaries to fully capture the unique tone and ...

Lead Gameplay Animator

Irvine, CA · On-site

$196.50 - $247.13/hr

We play the game daily and our deep understanding of it allows us to deliver visuals that put the player experience first, while still pushing artistic boundaries to fully capture the unique tone and ...

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How much do game capture jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for game capture in California is $20.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.99 and $23.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a game capture?

A Game Capture job involves playing and recording video game footage for use in trailers, marketing materials, and promotional content. Specialists in this role use in-game camera tools and cinematic techniques to create visually compelling shots that showcase gameplay, storytelling, or key features. They often collaborate with marketing teams, video editors, and developers to ensure the footage aligns with the game's branding and messaging. Attention to detail, creativity, and a deep understanding of game mechanics are essential skills for this role.

What does a game capture do?

A typical day for a Game Capture specialist often involves capturing in-game footage according to specific creative briefs, working closely with marketing, production, and development teams to ensure content is accurate and visually compelling. You may spend time setting up gameplay scenarios, coordinating with game designers for access to specific features, and using video editing tools to produce engaging trailers or promotional materials. Collaboration is essential, as feedback loops with creative directors or editors ensure the final output aligns with project goals. This team-driven environment encourages creativity and shared problem-solving, making it both dynamic and fast-paced.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in game capture?

To thrive as a Game Capture specialist, you should have expertise in video production, a strong eye for visual storytelling, and an in-depth understanding of video games and gameplay flow. Familiarity with industry-standard capture hardware, editing software like Adobe Premiere or After Effects, and development tools such as Unreal Engine or Unity is often required. Strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively set top candidates apart. These skills are vital to producing high-quality visual content that effectively communicates gameplay and engages target audiences.

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Infographic showing various Game Capture job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 33% Full Time, 33% Part Time, and 34% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $42,990 per year, or $20.7 per hour.

Seasonal Game Night Digital Media Assistant

AEG

Anaheim, CA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago


Job description

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The Game Night Digital Media Assistant supports Digital Content efforts during Anaheim Ducks games at Honda Center and other team events. The role assists the department in capturing live video and photography content to help provide the best in-game social media experience for Ducks fans.
Responsibilities
  • Assist in the capturing of pregame, in-game and postgame photos and videos for posting on Anaheim Ducks social media channels
  • Assist with content conceptualization and creation
  • Assist in the collection of content from sponsored activations throughout Honda Center.
  • Record postgame media availabilities
  • Assist with categorizing, tagging, and organizing all produced creative assets after games, events, etc.

Qualifications
  • Experience in the role of digital media assistant or other content creation roles preferred
  • Experience working with photo and video editing software (Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere, Final Cut, etc.) is a plus
  • Fluency in written and spoken English
  • Superb verbal and written communication skills
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to capture high-quality video and photos
  • Ability to come up with creative and unique social-first concepts is a plus.
  • Ability to adapt to content sharing platforms like Greenfly, OneDrive, WeTransfer or Dropbox
  • Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
Education - High School Diploma or Equivalent
Experience Required - 1-2 Year
This position is on-site.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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About AEG

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Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Saint Louis, MO, US

Year founded

1992