Founded in 2014 on the heels of Lucas Martell’s award-winning short film THE OCEANMAKER, Mighty Coconut® is an Austin-based entertainment studio specializing in immersive virtual reality game development, animation, and visual effects. Led by a creative team of industry veterans with a passion for combining stunning visuals and well-crafted narratives, the studio is currently focused on the expansion of its VR game Walkabout Mini Golf™, the best-rated multiplayer game on the Meta Quest platform.

CURRENT OPENINGS

In addition to any openings listed below, our team is always on the lookout for talented people. For general applications/letters of interest, feel free to send your resume/portfolio to: jobs@mightycoconut.com

  • Job Title: Marketing Artist

    Location: Remote in the U.S. with preference for Austin, TX

    Full-time, exempt

    Reports To: Live Ops Manager

    Mighty Coconut is seeking a talented and versatile Marketing Artist to join our team and bring our top-rated VR game, Walkabout Mini Golf, to audiences worldwide. In this role, you’ll work closely with the marketing, art, and game development teams to create eye-catching, high-quality visual content that engages our community, promotes our game, and supports brand growth across first-party and social media platforms.

    Responsibilities:

    • Design and produce a wide range of marketing materials, including:

      • Key art, store banners, thumbnails, and splash screens

      • Social media graphics, promotional images, and infographics

      • Static and animated assets for user acquisition campaigns

      • Website visuals, newsletters, and event branding

    • Capture and edit gameplay screenshots and short-form video to highlight game features, new courses, content drops, and support marketing campaigns.

    • Collaborate with game artists and developers to ensure brand and art style consistency across marketing materials.

    • Adapt game assets into visually engaging compositions suitable for different platforms (Steam, Meta Store, PlayStation Store, App Store, etc.).

    • Work with marketing, publishing, and community teams to iterate and refine assets based on performance data and feedback.

    • Manage and organize asset files, templates, and brand guidelines for internal and external use.

    • Stay up-to-date with marketing trends, platform requirements, and industry best practices.

    Qualifications:

    • 3+ years of experience as a graphic designer, marketing artist, or similar role (games industry experience preferred).

    • Strong portfolio showcasing creative work, ideally for games or entertainment brands.

    • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, After Effects).

    • Experience with motion graphics and video editing.

    • Understanding of marketing principles and platform-specific design requirements (e.g., aspect ratios, resolution, compression).

    • Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with multiple stakeholders.

    • Passion for video games and a deep understanding of visual storytelling in gaming.

    Nice to Have:

    • Experience with Unity, Unreal, or other game engines is a plus.

    • Experience with 3D rendering or compositing in Blender or other DCC software.

    • Familiarity with social media trends and meme culture.

    • Familiarity with performance marketing and A/B testing creative assets.

    The salary will depend on experience; the minimum is $55,000/year.

    Location:

    This is a full-time, exempt, remote position in the United States, with preference for Austin, TX.

    To apply:

    Email a resumé and portfolio with work samples to jobs@mightycoconut.com with the subject line “Marketing Artist.”

    Benefits:

    Mighty Coconut offers a generous benefits package, including paid family leave, health reimbursement plan, 401k match, unlimited PTO, 13 paid holidays, and “First Fridays” off.

    Mighty Coconut is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds, identities, ages, and abilities to apply.

  • Job Title: QA Tester

    Location: Boise, ID; hybrid with in-office and work-from-home flexibility

    Full-time, exempt

    Reports to: Technical Director

    Mighty Coconut is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented QA Tester to join our dynamic team.

    QA Testers play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and functionality of our top-rated VR game, Walkabout Mini Golf. Responsible for identifying, documenting, and reporting defects, this role provides valuable feedback to our development team to improve the overall gaming experience.

    If you have a keen eye for detail, a love for VR, and are enthusiastic about ensuring high-quality gaming experiences, we encourage you to apply and join our team of passionate game testers contributing to the worldwide success of Walkabout Mini Golf.

    Responsibilities:

    1. Testing and Evaluating Gameplay:

    • Playtest and thoroughly evaluate all aspects of the Walkabout Mini Golf game, including gameplay mechanics, controls, physics, and level design.

    • Identify, document, and report bugs, glitches, and other issues using bug tracking software.

    2. Functional Testing:

    • Conduct functional testing to ensure that all game features, including VR mechanics, power-ups, and scoring systems, work as intended.

    • Verify the accuracy of in-game menus, options, and user interfaces.

    3. Compatibility Testing:

    • Test the game on various platforms and devices to ensure compatibility and optimize performance.

    • Identify and report any compatibility issues, such as hardware-specific bugs or VR headset compatibility problems.

    4. Regression Testing:

    • Perform regression testing to verify that previously identified issues have been fixed and do not reoccur in subsequent game builds.

    • Keep track of game versions and changes to ensure accurate testing.

    5. Usability Testing:

    • Evaluate the overall user experience by providing feedback on game controls, tutorials, and user interface design.

    • Suggest improvements to enhance user engagement and accessibility.

    6. Performance Testing:

    • Assess the game's performance, including frame rate, loading times, and resource utilization.

    • Report performance-related issues and assist in optimizing game performance.

    7. Communication:

    • Maintain clear and concise communication with the development team, including designers, programmers, and artists.

    • Collaborate closely with team members to resolve issues and improve game quality.

    Requirements:

    • Passion for virtual reality gaming and interest in mini golf.

    • Experience with VR hardware and software.

    • Strong attention to detail and the ability to spot subtle issues in gameplay.

    • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

    • Good communication and teamwork skills.

    • Excellent organizational skills with an ability to effectively manage task lists.

    • Previous QA testing experience is a plus, but not required.

    Salary will be based on experience and qualifications; the minimum is $50,000/year.

    Location:

    This position is full-time and is based in the Boise, ID area, with a hybrid work arrangement requiring in-office presence 2-3 days per week.

    Benefits:

    Mighty Coconut offers a generous benefits package, including paid family leave, health reimbursement plan, 401k match, unlimited PTO, 13 paid holidays, and “First Fridays” off.

    To apply:

    Email a resumé to jobs@mightycoconut.com with the subject line “QA Tester.”

    Mighty Coconut is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds, identities, ages, and abilities to apply.