Senior Video Game Designer
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- { July 2022 }
SENIOR VIDEO GAME DESIGNER JOB DESCRIPTION
ROLE – The primary function of the Senior Video Game Designer is to be a part of and contribute to a talented team of game designers, assist the Lead Game Designer and to consistently deliver projects that are creatively and commercially successful.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Solid understanding of core game mechanics
- Appreciation and understanding of a wide variety of game genres
- Stays up to date with the current state of the game industry
- Highly knowledgeable of current best reviewed and best selling games
- Solid understanding of the creative process
- Ability to effectively communicate game design concepts to the design and other teams
- Support and endorse a team approach to creativity and innovation
- Work on a variety of games and platforms (casual to mid core & mobile/PC/Console)
- Assists Lead Game Designer with a variety of team management responsibilities
SKILLS:
- Work independently and within a team concept
- Enjoy a variety of game design tasks (core mechanic, level, UI/UX, balancing, monetization, testing, etc.)
- Enjoys working on a wide variety of video game genres
- Strong knowledge of current acquisition, retention & monetization mechanics
- Strong knowledge of software, art and sound development processes
- Ability to consistently deliver high quality games that make a difference
- Strong research skills
- Excellent documentation skills (MS Word, Excel, etc.)
- Strong organizational and people management skills
REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum 5 years of experience as a video game designer
- Minimum 5 published video game titles on iOS, Android, PC/Mac or console
- Experience communicating across disciplines (art, sound, tech)
- College or university diploma, certificate or degree or equivalent experience
- Must complete our entry creative test
RELATIONSHIPS:
Reports to: Lead Game Designer
HOW TO APPLY:
- Email your CV/Resume to: careers@koolhausgames.com
- Thank you!