Game Designer

Info Resume Edge; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming company in the UK is seeking a creative Game Designer to craft engaging game mechanics and experiences. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Game Design and over 2 years of experience in the field, along with proficiency in tools like Unity and Unreal Engine. This role requires collaboration with various teams and a passion for creating exceptional interactive entertainment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in game design or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of game mechanics and player psychology.
• Proficiency with design tools and excellent teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Design game mechanics and systems that support gameplay.
• Create design documentation including flowcharts and wireframes.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams for implementation.

Skills

Game mechanics design

User interface

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Game Design or equivalent experience

Tools

Unity

Unreal Engine

Jira

Confluence

Job description

We are seeking a creative and passionate Game Designer to join our team and help shape the future of interactive entertainment. You will be responsible for crafting compelling game mechanics, systems, and experiences that captivate players and align with our creative vision. This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of gameplay, storytelling, and user experience.

Key Responsibilities:

Design game mechanics, features, and systems that support the core gameplay loop.

Create detailed design documentation including game flowcharts, wireframes, and balancing sheets.

Collaborate closely with artists, developers, and producers to ensure designs are implemented as intended.

Iterate on gameplay based on team feedback, playtesting, and data analytics.

Contribute to level design, mission scripting, and narrative integration when needed.

Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and player behavior.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Game Design, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

2+ years of experience in game design or a related discipline (adjust as needed).

Strong understanding of game mechanics, player psychology, and user interface.

Proficiency with design tools (e.g., Unity, Unreal Engine, Jira, Confluence).

Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.

A portfolio or examples of past game design work.

Preferred Skills:

Experience with live service/game-as-a-service models.

Familiarity with scripting or programming languages (e.g., Lua, C#, Blueprints).

Passion for a specific game genre (e.g., RPG, FPS, mobile, strategy).

Understanding of monetization systems and player retention mechanics.