Game Design SME (Visual & Systems)

RevStar Consulting Inc; Arizona; Remote; USD 83,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

RevStar Consulting Inc is seeking an experienced Game Design Subject Matter Expert to serve as an independent consultant. In this role, you will drive evolution of interactive learning modules and graphics systems, turning existing engines and templates into modular, scalable frameworks.

You will establish visual standards, document technical configurations, and work autonomously while collaborating with engineering and art teams.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional game design experience, focused on visual design systems, UI/UX, or graphics template evolution.
• Proven ability to modularize visual assets, templates, or UI framework components.
• Strong autonomous work style with capability to provide high-level technical direction.
• Deep knowledge of visual communication and asset pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Audit assets, UI systems, and layouts to architect modular templates.
• Abstract components into configurable parameters for content creators.
• Define scalable asset and content pipeline tooling specifications.
• Architect gameplay loops, progression frameworks, visual feedback, and rewards.
• Document UI/UX standards and visual design patterns across templates.
• Translate complex topics into clear visual frameworks.
• Serve as SME during client scoping and configuration reviews.
• Conduct usability assessments and style-guide documentation.

Skills

Visual design systems

UI/UX design

Graphics template development

Independent contractor

Modular design

Tools

Game engines (Unity/Unreal)

Graphic pipelines

Job description

Engagement Type: Independent Contractor (1099)

Primary Point of Contact: Product Manager and Practice Leader

Location: Remote (US-Based)

Opportunity Overview

We are seeking an experienced Game Design Subject Matter Expert (Visual & Systems) to serve as an independent consultant. In this capacity, the Contractor will drive the evolution and abstraction of our interactive learning modules and graphics systems.

The primary objective of this engagement is to take existing game engines and visual templates and evolve them into modular, scalable, and configurable frameworks. The Contractor will exercise independent professional judgment to establish visual standards, system abstractions, and technical specifications for interactive content.

Our Core Values:

• Self-Mastery: We hold a high bar for how we think, communicate, and improve.
• Ownership: We own outcomes, not just effort.
• Shared Destiny: We rise or fall together.

Scope of Work & Project Deliverables

The Contractor will be responsible for producing and executing the following key project deliverables:

1. Graphics & Systems Template Abstraction

• Audit existing game assets, UI systems, and visual layouts to architect reusable, modular graphics templates.
• Abstract visual components and core gameplay mechanics into configurable parameters for non-technical content creators.
• Consult with engineering and art teams to define specifications for scalable asset and content pipeline tooling.

2. Visual & Mechanical Design Integration

• Architect intuitive gameplay loops, progression frameworks, visual feedback loops, and reward structures for interactive modules.
• Establish and document comprehensive UI/UX standards, visual design patterns, and aesthetic consistency benchmarks across all game templates.
• Translate complex subject matter into clear visual communication frameworks.

3. Technical Strategy & Documentation

• Act as the Subject Matter Expert for game design and visual layout during client scoping and custom configuration reviews.
• Execute iterative visual design reviews, aesthetic audits, and usability assessments to ensure high production standards.
• Produce comprehensive documentation, including style guides, asset specifications, and technical configuration parameters.

To successfully complete the deliverables for this engagement, the Contractor must possess:

• 4+ years of professional game design experience, specializing in visual design systems, UI/UX, or graphics template evolution (over pure standalone indie development).
• Demonstrated history of architecting or modularizing visual game assets, level templates, or UI framework systems.
• Deep technical expertise in visual communication, graphic asset pipelines, integration workflows, and user-centric design principles.
• Ability to work with complete autonomy, providing high-level technical direction and self-directed execution in a collaborative environment.

Engagement Details & Terms

• Contract Status: Independent Contractor (Form 1099-NEC).
• Compensation: Hourly rate, commensurate with experience.