"The Lead Designer will be responsible for spearheading the creation of gameplay systems, narrative, scenario authoring, and quality for our upcoming projects. This role will also include directing other designers."
November 25, 2015
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Working closely with the Creative Director, the Lead Designer will be responsible for spearheading the creation of gameplay systems, narrative, scenario authoring, and quality for our upcoming projects. This role will also include directing other designers as well as coordinating and collaborating with other development departments.
Responsibilities:
Create, collaborate, and oversee all elements of system, narrative, and content design
Lead and manage design team in alignment with objectives and expectations
Work closely with leadership layer across all disciplines to define and execute goals
Create, lead by example, and implement gameplay using 3D editors and scripting languages
Strong focus on level design and character mechanics
Provide and receive critiques in a constructive manner with suggestions and solutions for improvement
Remain current on industry trends including new game genres and new game design methods
Write, present, and communicate game concepts and designs clearly and concisely with team and studio
Experience/Skills:
5+ years of industry experience working as a game designer on 1 shipped AAA title
Must have lead at least 1 published game as lead designer
Contagious enthusiasm for the project at hand and capable of driving the project vision
Strong ability to conceptualize, prototype, iterate, and balance features
Working knowledge of Maya or 3D equivalent package
Working knowledge of Unreal a big plus!
Ability to multi-task and adapt easily to change
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact effectively
Obsessive console gamer a plus!
Sanzaru Games offers competitive salaries & premier benefits plans. We cover 100% of the cost of employees’ Medical, Dental and Vision premiums (and 70% of the cost for their dependents), as well as short and long-term disability, and life insurance. We also offer flex spending & dependent care accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our employees enjoy weekly lunches, drinks & snacks! Sanzaru Games is located in Foster City, easily accessible by major Bay Area freeways, bike, bus, or CalTrain. We know how important work/life balance is, so we offer ample PTO & holidays throughout the year. We also have awesome team-wide events and parties. Come join the fun!
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