Game Designer
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Role in brief
IGT is looking for a Game Designer to create innovative slot games. This role involves leading design vision and collaboration across teams. Candidates with 5+ years in slot game design and a strong portfolio should apply.
About the role
As a Game Designer at IGT, you will be at the forefront of developing engaging slot games for the casino industry. You will define game mechanics, themes, and mathematical aspects, ensuring that each game provides a thrilling experience for players.
You will lead cross-functional teams, manage the product development cycle, and maintain documentation. Your industry knowledge will be crucial in anticipating market trends and continuously improving the game design process.
The estimated salary range is $92,900 to $131,000 USD, reflecting the experience and expertise required for the role.
Who this role suits
- Experienced in slot game design with a strong portfolio.
- Ability to lead and collaborate with diverse teams.
- Passionate about the gaming industry and current market trends.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
From the employer
- Develop the technical and creative design vision for slot machines, defining game mechanics, game flow, game theme, and mathematical aspects.
- Lead, collaborate with, and motivate teams of cross-functional disciplines to ensure understanding and proper implementation of the game design.
- Manage the product development cycle and create and maintain associated documentation.
- Coordinate inputs from various creative and knowledgeable individuals, prioritizing feedback, and communicating outcomes to game teams and leadership.
- Be knowledgeable in the gaming industry and game design, using this knowledge to continuously improve projects throughout the studio and company.
Qualifications
- Education: Associate or bachelor's degree
- Experience: 5+ years of professional experience in slot game design or related field
- Brings a relevant portfolio that includes multiple projects in the gaming industry
- Experience leading cross-functional teams and collaborating with others such as product managers, strategists, creatives, account managers, and content developers is strongly preferred
- Real-money gaming industry experience is strongly preferred
Preferred Experience
- Game math or game design background
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Knowledge of and passion for land-based slot games and the casino industry, including the current market landscape
- Ability to assess current trends in the gaming industry and anticipate potential shifts
- Conversational ability to interact with technical game contributors supported by knowledge of mathematics, engineering, and art principles
- Knowledge of and experience with various game development workflows and methodologies is strongly preferred
- Ability to work with multiple creative and technical disciplines to create games or products
- Self-starter with the ability to work on multiple projects and willingness to learn
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as organizational skills.
- Estimated starting compensation range: $92,900 – $131,000 USD
- Comprehensive benefits package, which may include:
- 401(k) savings plan with company contributions
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and disability coverage
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Other wellness programs, subject to eligibility requirements.
Questions about this role
Is this position remote?
This role is hybrid, indicating a mix of in-office and remote work.
What qualifications are needed for this role?
Candidates should have an associate or bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of professional experience in slot game design.
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