Lead Game Designer (FTC)

London, GB
Freelance
Remote Within Region
Posted 1 week ago

About this role

[REDACTED] is a new video game startup, backed by a private investment office in London. We are currently working on our first project for PC.

What are you working on?

Platforms: PC

For which tasks (responsibilities)?

The project is at a very early stage. The Lead Game Designer will own the overall gameplay vision to deliver cohesive, fun, and accessible player experiences. They will define core mechanics, systems, progression, and ensure that all features align with the product goals and audience needs. The Lead Game Designer will also be expected to deliver early prototypes. There is a genuine opportunity to convert this role into full-time in the future.

What kind of professional are we looking for?

  • Ability to create clear, detailed design documentation and communicate concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Prior experience in a lead or senior design role and a portfolio or shipped titles demonstrating relevant game and level design work.
  • Technical ability to deliver prototypes
  • Strong game design skills, including experience defining core mechanics, systems, and progression for PC games.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the use of player data and feedback to iterate on gameplay and balance.
  • Familiarity with common game engines (e.g., Unity, Unreal Engine)
  • Relevant education or equivalent professional experience in game design, game development, computer science, interactive media, or a related field. is preferred
  • Right to work in the UK

The selection process

We are looking to fill this position asap and will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis.

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Benefits & Perks

Remote-friendly

Recommended Skills for this Position

Game UX
Prototyping
Design Communication
Stakeholder Communication and Influence
Data-Driven Design
Iterative Design
Systems Thinking
Accessibility Design
Game User Research
User-Centered Design

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