game designer

Penrose Studios

<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>Game Designer</p></div></div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><p><i>Penrose Studios crafts ground-breaking immersive stories, and needs your help building a platform for this new artistic medium. We need a game designer to design novel interactive elements for our virtual reality stories that immerse viewers in our worlds.</i></p>
<div></div><p>Responsibilities</p>
<ul><li>Design digital experiences and interaction techniques with the end user and narrative components in mind.</li><li>
Provide detailed specifications and/or prototypes of interactive elements.</li><li>
Facilitate and participate in game-play testing, and use results to drive design.</li><li>
Collaborate with artists and engineers to achieve the desired style.</li><li>
Maintain bug and feature lists, and work with project management to determine priority.</li></ul>
<p>Requirements</p>
<ul><li>3-5 years of professional experience in game design or related field.</li><li>
Experience shipping interactive projects.</li><li>
Experience with prototyping and combining complex 3D animation with interactivity.</li><li>
Experience collaborating with designers from different backgrounds</li><li>
Passion for visual design and learning new methods of designing digital experiences</li><li>
Strong interpersonal skills and outstanding communication skills.</li><li>
Avid interest in the possibilities of Augmented and Virtual Reality.</li></ul>
<p>Preferred</p>
<ul><li>Experience prototyping in Unreal Engine or Unity.</li><li>
Some knowledge of game-play programming.</li><li>
Experience developing for virtual reality applications.</li><li>
Experience with computer animation pipelines and workflow.</li></ul>
 </div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div>Penrose is based in San Francisco, and also operates remotely.</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Game Designer

Tagline Infotech

<div><div><div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Responsibilities and Duties:</b></h4>
<div><div><ul><li>Strong knowledge of Adobe Photoshop (essential).</li>
<li>Basic understanding of game art, animation, and UI design.</li>
<li>Creativity and an eye for detail in visual design.</li>
<li>Ability to work in a team and take feedback positively.</li>
<li>Enthusiasm for gaming and game design.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div><div></div>

2D Game Designer

<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>UI/UX Game Designer</p></div></div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><p><i>Penrose Studios crafts ground-breaking immersive stories, and needs your help building a platform for this new artistic medium. We need a UI / UX Game Designer to create prototypes and layout samples as well as conceptualize visual styles and interactive experiences.</i></p>
<div></div><p>Responsibilities</p>
<ul><li>Build visual strategies, wire frames, page layouts, interactions, prototypes, icons, user flows for the experiences, including HUD, menus, and lobby based on information architecture and accessibility principles;</li><li>
Create functional prototypes for rapid iteration on key elements;</li><li>
Validate and iterate on your design and visual proposals through prototyping, user testing, live player vetting, and collection of ongoing feedback.</li><li>
Follow-up on the final implementation of all features to ensure the proper execution of the user experience and design and assist in post launch analysis with our analytics &amp; research team</li><li>
Account for user feedback and user research to optimize the experience.</li><li>
Work closely with the rest of the design team to ensure game play designs shine within the constraints of the media.</li><li>
Produce various graphical assets and 2D icons in various levels of fidelity and in a wide range of styles with oversight from Design Leads</li></ul>
<p><b>Requirements</b></p>
<ul><li>Minimum of 4 years as graphic designer, UX designer, UI designer, interaction designer, visual design, or similar.</li><li>
Solid knowledge of interaction and design, information flow, readability, human-centered design, and interface usability principles.</li><li>
Strong graphic design fundamentals and illustration skills &ndash; a sophisticated artistic sense, skills creating iconography that reinforce the experience overall art direction.</li><li>
Ability to deliver prototypes and designs for complex interactions &ndash; whether high or low fidelity using the Adobe Suite, HTML, and/or Axure.</li><li>
Ability to explain the reasoning and process behind your design and interaction.</li><li>
Knowledge of usability testing preferred.</li><li>
Proactive, innovative and autonomous, with high standards for quality.</li><li>
Able to prioritize well and work quickly.</li><li>
Collaborative with excellent communication skills.</li><li>
Technical ability to pick up complex authoring tools quickly.</li></ul>
 </div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div>Penrose is based in San Francisco, and also operates remotely.</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

UI/UX Game Designer

The Techno Studio UK

<p><b>Job Description</b></p><p>We are on a lookout for a talented Intern 2D/3D Game Designer to join our team. If you're passionate about building immersive games and bringing ideas to life, we want to hear from you!</p><p>Requirements</p><p>Tools Expertise: Basic in Blender, Unity, Photoshop, Illustrator.</p><p>3D Modeling &amp; Environment Design: basic skills in creating or modifying 3D models and game environments.</p><p>Unity Lighting &amp; Baking: Ability to set up, optimize, and bake lighting for unity is a plus!.</p><p>UI/UX Knowledge: Experience in creating and modifying game UI is a plus!</p><p>Experience in creating interactive and engaging gaming experiences</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: Rs10,000.00 - Rs30,000.00 per month</p><p>Work Location: In person</p>

2D/3D Game Designer Intern

Hasbro, Inc.

<div><p>At Wizards of the Coast, we connect people around the world through play and imagination. From our genre-defining games like Magic: The Gathering&reg; and Dungeons &amp; Dragons&reg; to our growing multiverse, we continue to innovate and build new ways to foster friendship and connection. That&rsquo;s where you come in!</p><p></p><p><br>
We&rsquo;re currently looking for a <b>Senior Game Designer</b> to join our design team in Renton, WA to work on our iconic Duel Masters series, which has entertained fans in Japan for over 20 years. In this role, you&rsquo;ll support the development and testing for all upcoming Duel Masters sets. If you have a passion for trading card games, are self-motivated, thrive on collaboration, are a curious and creative problem solver, and a phenomenal learner, we&rsquo;d love your help!</p><p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
What You'll Do:</b></h1><ul><li>
Analyze and optimize initial design concepts to deliver final game designs for all Duel Masters products. Coordinate final design feedback and processes with Duel Masters Game Design Managers in the US and Japan offices.</li><li>
Provide final decisions (with Final Design Lead) for all Duel Masters card game rules and ensure alignment across the team.</li><li>
Facilitate and coordinate internal playtests for initial and final game designers.</li><li>
Research, track, and maintain awareness of Duel Masters play styles, formats, and play environments. Regularly communicate information to the R&amp;D team in the US office.</li><li>
Actively contribute to team meetings and discussions, providing exceptionally constructive, reasoned, and creative input that will craft the future of Duel Masters.</li></ul><p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
What You&rsquo;ll Bring:</b></h1><ul><li>
Proficient trading card game experience and knowledge, with competitive play competency.</li><li>
A passionate, self-motivated, and curious approach, with a strong drive to explore novel ideas and solutions.</li><li>
A collaborative mindset that&rsquo;s willing to try new things.</li></ul><p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Preferred Skills:</b></h1><ul><li>
Demonstrated experience in card game development.</li><li>
Fluency in Japanese language is a plus, but not required.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer</b></p><p>
Wizards of the Coast is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. We are committed to making all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, or any other legally protected status.</p><p></p><p><br>
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process and need to request an accommodation, please contact your recruiter or coordinator.</p><p></p><p><br>
The base salary range for this position is $108,200.00 to $162,300.00. The hiring range will vary based on factors such as experience, skills, location and market conditions. Additionally, employees may be eligible for annual and long-term incentives as part of their overall compensation package.</p><p></p><p><br>
Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes:</p><ul><li>
Health &amp; Wellness: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance</li><li>
Time Off to Recharge: Paid Vacation &amp; Holidays</li><li>
Financial Well-being: Generous 401(k) Match</li><li>
Life &amp; Family Support: Paid Parental Leave</li><li>
Giving Back: Volunteer &amp; Employee Giving Programs</li><li>
Level Up Your Skills: Tuition Reimbursement</li><li>
Exclusive Perks: Product Discounts &amp; More!</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
#Wizards</p></div>

Senior Game Designer, Duel Masters

Voodoo

<p></p><div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About Voodoo</b></h1><p>
Founded in 2013, Voodoo is a tech company that creates mobile games and apps with a mission to entertain the world. Gathering 800 employees, 7 billion downloads, and over 200 million active users, Voodoo is the #3 mobile publisher worldwide in terms of downloads after Google and Meta. Our portfolio includes chart-topping games like Mob Control and Block Jam, alongside popular apps such as BeReal and Wizz.</p><p>
This position is fully remote CET &plusmn;3h or Barcelona-based.</p><p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Team</b></h1><p>
Our Gaming team is made up of casual, hybrid-casual, and mid-core experts. Our 'Core' games team supports internal and external studios worldwide in creating, developing, and launching new hit games, whilst our 'Live' games team focuses on delivering higher engagement on our existing and successful games.</p><p>
Joining our Live games team means collaborating with gaming industry experts on globally renowned, enduring games while embracing exciting new entrepreneurial ventures. With over seven billion downloads worldwide and a portfolio of more than 10 resilient hybrid games generating more than $20m per year, we are the world's largest and most successful hybrid publisher.</p><p>
You will be joining one of our Live Studios, working on<b> </b><b>Block Jam 3D</b><b>.</b></p><p>
With Block Jam 3D, we&rsquo;re building an iconic game that players will never forget!</p><p>
We're a small team of excellent people who take care of everything from ideas to testing, and we intend to grow while maintaining our high standards.</p><p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Role</b></h1><p>
We are looking for a Senior Game Designer to join the Block Jam 3D team and help push our game to the next level in meta design, gameplay features, and player engagement.</p><p>
The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with top-grossing Match-3 or puzzle mobile games and a strong understanding of mechanics, systems, and hybrid F2P economies that make these games successful. You will work closely with Product, Art, and Engineering to create engaging features, refined gameplay loops, and innovative meta-systems that improve player retention, monetization, and overall fun.</p><p>
What you will do:</p><ul><li><p>
Feature &amp; System Design</p><ul><li><p>
Design new gameplay features, core loops, and meta systems to drive long-term engagement and monetization.</p></li><li><p>
Create detailed design documents, user flows, and economy models.</p></li><li><p>
Propose AB test ideas and iterate based on player data and feedback.</p></li></ul></li><li><p>
Puzzle &amp; Gameplay Tuning</p><ul><li><p>
Work with level designers to enhance puzzle mechanics and moment-to-moment gameplay.</p></li><li><p>
Ensure the gameplay experience is satisfying, accessible, and monetization-friendly.</p></li></ul></li><li><p>
Collaboration &amp; Execution</p><ul><li><p>
Partner with product managers and engineers to deliver features from concept to live release.</p></li><li><p>
Collaborate with artists to ensure UX and visuals support the intended player experience.</p></li></ul></li><li><p>
Player-Centric Development</p><ul><li><p>
Analyze player behavior and KPIs to inform design decisions.</p></li><li><p>
Proactively identify opportunities to improve retention, engagement, and IAP monetization..</p></li></ul></li></ul><p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Profile</b></h1><ul><li><p>
3+ years of professional game design experience in mobile free-to-play games.</p></li><li><p>
At least one shipped Match-3 or top puzzle mobile title with proven success.</p></li><li><p>
Strong knowledge of:</p><ul><li><p>
F2P mechanics and hybrid monetization strategies.</p></li><li><p>
Meta systems, live ops, and long-term engagement loops.</p></li><li><p>
Economy balancing and feature progression.</p></li></ul></li><li><p>
Proficient in clear and comprehensive design documentation.</p></li><li><p>
Comfortable with data-driven decision-making and AB testing.</p></li><li><p>
Collaborative mindset with excellent communication skills.</p></li></ul><p><b>
Nice to have</b></p><ul><li><p>
Experience in Puzzle games, Match 3 puzzle, Sort games&hellip;</p></li><li><p>
A degree in game design, computer science, or a related field would be beneficial.</p></li></ul><p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Benefits</b></h1><ul><li><p>
Best-in-class compensation</p></li><li><p>
Other benefits according to the country you reside</p></li></ul></div><p></p>

Senior Game Designer - Block Jam 3D

Blizzard Entertainment

<p></p><div><p><b>Team Name:</b></p>
World of Warcraft<p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Title:</b></h2>
Associate Game Designer, Systems - World of Warcraft | Irvine, CA<p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Requisition ID:</b></h2>
R026132<p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Description:</b></h2><p>
Blizzard Entertainment is looking for a game designer for the World of Warcraft team. As an Associate Rewards Designer, you&rsquo;ll be building items and reward systems that surprise and delight our players. You&rsquo;re a creative and critical thinker who enjoys collaborating with and leading teammates to find fun solutions to design challenges. Adventurers across Azeroth are always in search of new treasures. Now is your opportunity to join the World of Warcraft design team to design and implement those treasures!</p><p></p><p>
This role is anticipated to be a hybrid work position, with some work on-site and some work-from-home. The potential home studio for this position is Irvine, CA.</p><p></p><p><b>
Responsibilities:
</b></p><ul><li>Create reward items and systems that guide the players through the game by making the most fun activities the most rewarding activities.</li><li>
Leverage technical experience to balance reward systems in proprietary design tools.</li><li>
Communicate with team members on a regular basis as part of creating and iterating designs, and on implementation best practices.</li><li>
Partner with QA and production to plan, implement, document, and test features.</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Minimum Requirements</b></h2><p>
Knowledge and Skills</p><ul><li>2+ years of professional experience or equivalent college training</li><li>Strong sense of what makes a gameplay experience compelling and fun, as well as the ability to articulate well why a game design decision is good or bad</li><li>
An understanding of player motivation and rewards in MMOs.</li></ul><p>
Key Attributes</p><ul><li>
Outstanding self-motivation and initiative</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to work well within a highly collaborative environment</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communications skills</li><li>
Commitment to creating a safe space for collaboration, communication, and creativity across all subject areas and departments</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Extra Points</b></h2><p>
Experience</p><ul><li>
Experience working with data on a live product to inform design decisions</li><li>
Experience implementing game content using a programming or scripting language</li><li>
Knowledge of World of Warcraft rewards systems</li></ul><p></p><p>
Knowledge and Skills</p><ul><li>
Creative writing skills</li><li>
A familiarity with statistics or analytics</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Your Platform</b></p><p>
Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft&reg;, Overwatch&reg;, Diablo&reg;, and StarCraft&reg;, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (www.blizzard.com), a division of Activision Blizzard, which was acquired by Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences. Blizzard Entertainment has created some of the industry&rsquo;s most critically acclaimed and genre-defining games over the last 30 years, with a track record that includes multiple Game of the Year awards. Blizzard Entertainment engages tens of millions of players around the world with titles available on PC via Battle.net&reg;, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android.</p><p></p><p><b>
Our World</b></p><p>
Activision Blizzard, Inc., is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including <i>Call of Duty</i>&reg;, <i>World of Warcraft&reg;</i>, <i>Overwatch</i>&reg;, <i>Diablo</i>&reg;, <i>Candy Crush</i>&trade; and <i>Bubble Witch</i>&trade;. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet!</p><p></p><p>
Our ability to build immersive and innovate worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for &lsquo;Every World&rsquo; - we&rsquo;ve got our employees covered!</p><p></p><p><i>
The videogame industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners.</i></p><p></p><p>
We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.</p><p></p><p>
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.</p><p></p><p>
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.</p><p></p><p><b>
Rewards</b></p><p>
We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for &lsquo;Every World&rsquo; - we&rsquo;ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:</p><ul><li>
Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&amp;D insurance, disability insurance;</li><li>
401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;</li><li>
Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;</li><li>
Mental health &amp; wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life &amp; disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;</li><li>
If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.</li></ul><p></p><p>
Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.</p><p></p>
In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $24.04 - $44.47 Hourly. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role&rsquo;s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.</div>

Associate Game Designer, Systems - World of Warcraft | Irvine, CA

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