Game Designer - Remote Position at Indie Games Startup

About the Role

We're looking for a passionate Game Designer to join our indie games startup. This remote Game Designer position offers the chance to work on innovative projects while collaborating with a talented team.

What You'll Do

• Design Game Mechanics: Develop and refine game mechanics that align with the overall creative vision and provide a captivating player experience.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with artists, programmers, and other designers to ensure that all aspects of the game align cohesively with the design vision.
• Prototype Gameplay Ideas: Rapidly iterate on gameplay concepts, turning ideas into functional prototypes that can be tested and refined.
• Balance and Tuning: Optimize and fine-tune game mechanics to ensure engaging and challenging gameplay while maintaining balance and fairness.
• Document Game Designs: Create and maintain clear and detailed design documentation that communicates gameplay concepts, rules, and systems to the entire team.
• Problem-Solving: Address and resolve design issues that arise during development to maintain a seamless gameplay experience.

Requirements

• Proven Game Design Experience: Demonstrable experience in game design, supported by a portfolio or released projects.
• Game Mechanics Expertise: Strong understanding of game mechanics, player behavior, and what makes gameplay fun and engaging.
• Collaboration Skills: Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively across multiple disciplines (art, programming, production).
• Technical Understanding: Familiarity with game development engines such as Unity or Unreal Engine, and the ability to work closely with programmers on feature implementation.
• Analytical and Creative Thinking: Ability to approach problems creatively and analytically to come up with innovative solutions.

Nice to Have

• Multi-Platform Development: Experience designing for multiple platforms, including PC, console, or mobile.
• Narrative Design: Experience incorporating narrative elements into game design.
• Indie Game Experience: Prior experience working in an indie studio or on smaller, creative-driven projects.
• VR/AR Development: Knowledge or experience in designing for VR or AR platforms.

What We Offer

• Equity ownership in the games you help to make.
• Flexibility in working hours and remote work options.
• A nurturing and creative work culture where innovation is celebrated.
• Continuous learning opportunities and access to the newest game development tools.
• A chance to join a rapidly growing indie studio at the ground floor.

If this sounds like a dream job, we want to meet you! Feel the spark? Hit “Apply” and embark on a game-changing journey with us!