Associate Game Designer Pacific Time Zone

Playstack; United States; Remote; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative indie games publisher is seeking an Associate Game Designer to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to exciting game projects while collaborating with industry veterans. You will be involved in designing features, engaging with the gaming community, and utilizing feedback to enhance player experiences. The company promotes a fun and inclusive environment, providing flexible work hours and comprehensive benefits. If you are passionate about gaming and eager to grow in a creative setting, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Remote work options

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Profit Sharing Plan

Qualifications

• Recent graduate in Game Design with at least 1 year of experience.
• Experience in bringing designs to life using Unity.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement new features and content in collaboration with the team.
• Engage with players to understand their feedback and improve game engagement.

Skills

Game Design

Unity

Visual Design

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Systems Design

Excel/Google Sheets

Slack

JIRA

Confluence

Education

Bachelor in Game Design

Tools

Unity

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Excel

Google Sheets

Slack

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Who We Are:

We are Playstack — the premium indie games publisher helping bold, creative developers bring their visions to life. From breakout hits like Balatro, Abiotic Factor, and Mortal Shell, to critically acclaimed gems like The Case of the Golden Idol, we champion originality and innovation in every title we publish. A significant part of Playstack is the Magic Fuel Games team, made up of passionate developers aiming to build top-class, globally appealing titles. We welcome energetic, creative professionals who bring a fun vibe to the process of making games. We are currently looking for an Associate Game Designer with a passion for gaming and a talent for creating delightful experiences for players worldwide.

Who You Are:

• You recently graduated in Game Design and have at least 1 year of game design experience: contributed to creating and releasing at least one game.
• You are an avid gamer and aspire to be a top-tier game designer.
• You are curious and eager to learn from industry veterans.
• You possess high energy, a positive attitude, and are a creative thinker.
• You are available to work full-time within US West Coast hours.

How You'll Contribute:

• Designing and implementing new features, content, or tutorials in collaboration with your team.
• Producing core game designs, documentation, balance sheets, and systems for team execution.
• Engaging with players and community to understand their priorities and feedback.
• Using qualitative and quantitative feedback to improve game engagement and retention.

What You'll Need:

• Experience bringing designs to life using Unity.
• Knowledge or coursework in Visual Design, including Adobe Photoshop and/or Illustrator, and basic graphic design skills.
• Strong systems design experience.
• Proficiency with Excel/Google Sheets.
• Comfort with Slack, JIRA, and online collaboration tools like Confluence.
• A passion for simulation games is a plus.
• (Optional) Experience or coursework in
  • User Experience (UX; user research, wireframes, iteration)
  • Systems Design

What We Offer:

Join a welcoming, knowledgeable team that supports your development. Here's what you'll gain:

• Exposure to various aspects of game development and publishing.
• Insights into project roadmaps, timelines, and production workflows.
• A fun, inclusive, and supportive team environment.
• Flexible hours and remote work options.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• MFG Profit Sharing Plan.

Diversity & Inclusion

Playstack is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe our people define our culture and success. We are committed to creating a workplace that celebrates diversity and offers equal opportunities regardless of race, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or background. We also provide reasonable accommodations during the application and interview process — just let us know what you need.