Overview:
We are seeking a talented and creative Video Game Designer to join our team. As a Video Game Designer, you will be responsible for designing and developing engaging and immersive video game experiences. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the creation of innovative games that captivate players of all ages.
Duties:
- Create detailed game design documents outlining gameplay mechanics, storylines, character development, and level designs
- Develop prototypes and conduct playtesting sessions to gather feedback and make necessary adjustments
- Design and implement game systems, including controls, user interfaces, artificial intelligence, and physics simulations
- Create compelling narratives and engaging dialogue for in-game storytelling
- Balance gameplay elements such as difficulty levels, progression systems, and reward structures
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously improve game design practices
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Game Design, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- Proven experience in video game design with a strong portfolio showcasing your work
- Proficiency in game development tools such as Unity or Unreal Engine
- Strong understanding of game mechanics, player psychology, and user experience principles
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively
- Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively within a team environment
Skills:
- Experience working with children
- Lesson planning expertise
- Strong math skills for designing game mechanics
- Knowledge of physical education concepts for creating interactive movement-based games
- Understanding of childhood development principles for age-appropriate content
- Curriculum development experience for educational games
- Familiarity with preschool learning concepts for early childhood games
- Knowledge of early intervention strategies for inclusive gaming experiences
- Literacy education background for designing language-based games
- Tutoring skills for creating educational content within games
We offer competitive compensation and a collaborative work environment where your creative ideas will be valued. Join our team and help us create exciting and memorable video game experiences!
Note: All positions at our company are paid, including internship positions.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: From $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Work Location: In person