Game Designer Job at Ova Technologies, United States

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  • Ova Technologies
  • United States

Job Description

Game Designer

Job Title


Game Designer


Job Summary


We are looking for a creative and passionate Game Designer to design engaging gameplay experiences for mobile, PC, console, or web-based games. The ideal candidate will combine creativity, player psychology, storytelling, and game mechanics to create immersive and enjoyable gaming experiences. You will collaborate with artists, developers, producers, and QA teams throughout the game development lifecycle to bring innovative game concepts to life.


Key Responsibilities

  • Design and develop game concepts, mechanics, systems, levels, and player progression.
  • Create and maintain detailed Game Design Documents (GDDs), gameplay specifications, and feature documentation.
  • Design game rules, balance gameplay mechanics, and optimize player engagement.
  • Develop quests, missions, characters, rewards, achievements, and in-game economies.
  • Prototype gameplay features and iterate based on testing and player feedback.
  • Collaborate with game developers, artists, UI/UX designers, writers, and audio teams to implement game features.
  • Analyze gameplay metrics, player behavior, and feedback to improve game balance and retention.
  • Participate in playtesting sessions and refine game mechanics based on results.
  • Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitor games.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Game Design, Computer Science, Multimedia, Interactive Media, Animation, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
  • 2-5 years of experience in game design or game development.
  • Strong understanding of game design principles, player psychology, and gameplay mechanics.
  • Experience creating Game Design Documents (GDDs) and gameplay specifications.
  • Knowledge of game development pipelines and production workflows.
  • Familiarity with game engines such as Unity or Unreal Engine.
  • Basic understanding of scripting or programming concepts.
  • Strong communication, creativity, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience designing mobile, PC, console, multiplayer, or live-service games.
  • Familiarity with level design tools and visual scripting systems.
  • Knowledge of game balancing, monetization strategies, and player retention techniques.
  • Experience with Agile or Scrum development methodologies.
  • Understanding of UI/UX principles for games.
  • portfolio showcasing completed or published game projects.
Technical Skills
  • Unity or Unreal Engine
  • Game Design Documentation (GDD)
  • Level Design
  • Gameplay Prototyping
  • Visual Scripting
  • Basic C# or C++ (preferred)
  • Figma or Adobe XD (preferred)
  • Jira
  • Git
  • Microsoft Office or Google Workspace
Soft Skills
  • Creativity and innovation.
  • Strong storytelling and gameplay design skills.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
  • Analytical thinking and attention to detail.
  • Ability to receive and incorporate feedback.
  • Passion for gaming and player experience.
Nice to Have
  • Experience with AR/VR, multiplayer, or online games.
  • Familiarity with player analytics and A/B testing.
  • Knowledge of accessibility and inclusive game design.
  • Experience with narrative design or game writing.
  • Participation in game jams or independent game development projects.
Benefits
  • Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
  • Health and wellness benefits.
  • Flexible or hybrid work arrangements.
  • Learning and professional development opportunities.
  • Access to modern game development tools and technologies.
  • Opportunity to work on innovative and engaging game titles in a collaborative creative environment.

Job Tags

Work at office, Remote work, Flexible hours

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