Lead Game Designer

2 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom PlaySide Studios Full time

Job Title: Lead Game Designer

About Us:

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.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Game Designer to join our team in Melbourne. As a Lead Game Designer, you will be responsible for managing and leading a design team to drive the implementation of game features and systems. You will own the high-level design and ensure the game vision is implemented across all feature levels of the game.

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.

Requirements:

  • A passion for leading the designs of ambitious projects.
  • 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.

What We Offer:

  • 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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