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Senior Game Designer (UK Remote)
- Posted 03 November 2023
- Salary Negotiable
- LocationBirmingham
- Job type Permanent
- DisciplineGame Design
- Reference19429
- Contact NameLawrie Brennan
Job description
Flix Interactive are a specialist in Unreal Engine titles and they’re looking to bring in a Senor Game Designer.
Having worked alongside some of the UK finest AAA studios, Flix are now working on the ultimate open world survival title and are seeking a Senior Game Designer to play a crucial role in developing mechanics and systems resulting in a truly satisfying experience for players.
Your responsibilities…
Having worked alongside some of the UK finest AAA studios, Flix are now working on the ultimate open world survival title and are seeking a Senior Game Designer to play a crucial role in developing mechanics and systems resulting in a truly satisfying experience for players.
Your responsibilities…
- Lead the development of innovative gameplay mechanics, systems, and features that align with the game’s creative vision and narrative
- Work directly with clients, take their vision and design / delegate features to our internal team and manage their development
- Design and balance gameplay systems, progression loops, and other core mechanics to ensure a satisfying and rewarding player experience
- Collaborate with writers and narrative designers to seamlessly integrate gameplay elements with the overarching narrative, ensuring a cohesive player experience
- Implement strategies to optimize player engagement, retention, and overall satisfaction through effective gameplay design and mechanics
- Continuously analyse and adjust game parameters, difficulty curves, and progression to achieve optimal player satisfaction and gameplay balance
- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior designers, nurturing their skills and fostering their growth within the team
- Collaborate effectively with team members and iterate on game design elements based on feedback to achieve the desired gameplay objectives
- 5+ years of experience as a Game Designer in the video game industry, with a proven track record of contributing to successful game projects
- Portfolio showcasing your senior game design expertise, including examples of gameplay mechanics, systems, levels, and any relevant game-related work
- Proficiency in industry-standard game design tools and software, such as Unity, Unreal Engine, or equivalent, as well as design documentation tools
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to assess and improve gameplay elements, systems, and player experiences
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate seamlessly within cross-disciplinary teams and provide effective guidance
- A deep passion for video games and a keen understanding of player behaviour and engagement mechanics
- Private healthcare
- Bonus scheme
- Additional time off over the festive period
- Team outings and events as well as summer and Christmas parties