Game Design Strategist

We are seeking a skilled Game Design Strategist to join our team at FriendnPal.

About the Role:

• Manage a team of 3D modelers, developers, concept artists, audio designers and UI designers, providing feedback, fostering collaboration, and filling in skills gaps.
• Assign tasks to ensure each designer works on appropriate elements based on their expertise and project needs.
• Facilitate communication between designers and other departments to ensure game alignment with design vision.
• Develop initial game mechanics, systems, and level designs based on project goals.
• Ensure game mechanics, narrative, and overall design remain consistent with established vision and creative direction.
• Create Design Documents: Write and maintain detailed design documentation serving as reference for both design team and other departments.
• Constantly review and refine game design based on playtests, feedback, and technical limitations.
• Lead creation of early-stage prototypes to test and refine new game mechanics, systems, and ideas.
• Ensure gameplay elements are balanced and adjust mechanics as necessary based on testing feedback.
• Regularly meet with team to identify potential issues and integrate solutions into game design.
• Playtest and gather feedback to iterate on designs, identifying areas for improvement, and making changes.
• Address design-related challenges as they arise, from gameplay issues to integration of new features.
• Ensure all design elements come together cohesively and overall experience feels polished.
• Coordinate with production team to ensure design tasks are completed on time and within scope, while prioritizing features based on project milestones.
• Manage scope of game's design to ensure it aligns with team's capacity and project deadlines.
• Progress tracking to monitor progress of design tasks, ensuring all work is moving forward according to sprint goals.
• Stand-ups: Lead or facilitate daily Scrum meetings (stand-ups) for game design team.
• Sprint Planning: Work with team to plan and prioritize work for each sprint.
• Leading sprint reviews to showcase completed work at end of each sprint.

What We Offer:

• A competitive salary range of $120,000 - $180,000 per year.
• A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in a dynamic and supportive environment.

How to Apply: