Lead Game Designer

4 months ago


Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom PlaySide Studios Full time

This role will require relocating to Melbourne, Australia.


Who is PlaySide?

PlaySide Studios is a dynamic and innovative company that employs individuals across Australia, New Zealand and the UK. As Australia's largest publicly listed independent video game developer, PlaySide is committed to delivering cutting-edge interactive experiences across mobile, VR, AR, and PC platforms. With a diverse portfolio of more than 60 titles and collaborations with industry giants like Netflix and Activision Blizzard, working at PlaySide is not just a job but an opportunity to be part of innovating the gaming industry.


Overview:

As our Lead Game Designer, you'll be integral in the process of making our games. Not only will you manage, but also inspire a motivated team of designers to create the highest quality experiences for players. You will own the design process, working with multi-disciplinary teams to create world class gameplay, as well as making strategic decisions by leveraging data and player feedback. If you are a passionate, creative lead designer, come join us


Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and lead a design team to drive the implementation of game features and systems.
  • Own the high level design and ensure the game vision is implemented across all feature levels of the game.
  • Ensure cross-functional alignment and actionable designs by owning the design process and writing design briefs.
  • Partner with engineering to develop content creation tools and frameworks for content creation and gameplay flow.
  • Identify opportunities to utilize data for game tuning and inform design decisions, making recommendations based on risk, scope, and value.
  • Oversee prototyping, ensure regular feedback, and support the pitching of new ideas within the studio's framework.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, growth, and multidisciplinary partnership within the design team.


Required Skills and/or Qualifications:

  • A passion for leading the designs of ambitious projects (Yes, incredibly important)
  • Proven experience in shipping successful game titles in a Lead capacity.
  • Proven excellent understanding of game design principles with multiple years of experience as a game designer.
  • Strong desire to create exceptional experiences for players.
  • Well-rounded understanding of the game development process and ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.


Bonus Points

  • A passion for bringing to life large-scale, ambitious projects across PC / Console.
  • Sound knowledge in data and product management.


What we offer here at PlaySide:

  • Playdays - an additional 5 paid days off per year to do something you love.
  • Incredible studios based in gorgeous Port Melbourne, right next to the city and many public transport options.
  • Industry-leading Parental Leave benefits.
  • Employee Assistance Program to support mental well-being.
  • Mentoring opportunities to help you grow in your role.
  • Half price state-of-the-art Gym access (right next door) - you can wear your free PlaySide Swag
  • Social events including Games night, karaoke nights, Movie Nights (We hire out the cinema), group activities, and food trucks Just as some examples
  • Relocation Assistance


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