Games Designer

JR United Kingdom; Bedford; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking a mid-level Game Designer for a 4-6 month remote contract. The role involves creating an educational adventure-puzzle game for children aged 10-14, emphasizing engaging gameplay and narrative structure. Candidates must have teaching experience and a background in biology is preferred. This opportunity not only offers a creative challenge but also the chance to contribute to impactful educational experiences.

Qualifications

• Proven experience designing games focused on exploration or puzzles.
• Essential teaching experience, particularly in biology is preferred.
• Creative mindset, with focus on making learning enjoyable.

Responsibilities

• Design an explorable island map and educational puzzles.
• Develop interactive dialogues in collaboration with a writer.
• Document design intent for team understanding.

Skills

Designing exploration-based games

Creating engaging educational puzzles

Ability to work collaboratively

Good communication

Education

Teaching experience

Background in biology

Tools

Standard Game Engines

Twine

Miro

Figma

Job description

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We’re looking for amid-level Game Designer with a background in education! This is a full-time, remote contract role for 4–6 months, with the potential for extension.

We are creating an educational game for kids aged 10–14. It is a 2.5D adventure-puzzle with a strong focus on narrative.

Teaching experience is a must, and teaching biology is a strong preference.

What you’ll be doing:

• Designing an explorable island map, puzzles, and game flow for an educational adventure-puzzle game
• Creating engaging, educationally focused puzzles and interactions for 10–14 year olds
• Developing interactive dialogue and narrative structure in collaboration with a writer
• Documenting design intent and vision clearly for the team
• Collaborating closely with the producer, creative director, programmer, artist, and educational advisor
• Using standard game design tools like Standard Game Engines (Godot is a plus), Twine, Miro, Figma—or whatever helps you design great experiences

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience designing exploration-based or puzzle-driven games
• Teaching experience (essential)—especially in biology (a strong plus)
• A creative, curious mindset with an eye for making learning fun and meaningful
• Ability to work collaboratively with a fully remote team
• Ready to hit the ground running—flexible, self-motivated, and a good communicator
• Link to your portfolio page if you have one
• A brief cover letter highlighting your most relevant experience and interest

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Our diverse and motivated team is looking forward to hearing from you!