Lead Game Designer-Remote Canada

4 weeks ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Hothead Games Full time
Salary:

Please note we will be hiring for this role in the near future. This posting is an expression of interest

English:

Hothead Games is proud to announce new partnership opportunities resulting in an expansion of our workforce. This is a multi-disciplinary project attracting new talent and skillset to our workforce, including a Lead Designer Come join us today


Why should you apply?

We are collaborating with big-name industry partners and we are working closely with world-class game developers These exciting projects also open the door for further expansion and endless opportunities. Come join us for an adventure


Responsibilities:
As a Lead Game Designer , you will play a crucial role in our Work for Hire initiative at Hothead Games. You will be responsible for developing game concepts and pitching them to potential clients, working closely with the Executive & Sr Producer, Creative Director, and other members of the team. Specifically, your responsibilities will include:
● Assisting in the development of RFPs and pitch materials
● Creating compelling game concepts for pitches that align with client requirements
● Meeting with clients to discuss project ideas and pitch concepts
● Leading game design development from start to finish once a project has been secured
● Managing a team of 1-3 designers to ensure timely and successful completion of the project
● Assisting with other pitches and RFPs as needed on an ongoing basis
As the Lead Game Designer, you will be a key player in our creative team, helping to bring innovative game ideas to life and driving the success of our projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in game design and pitching, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality, engaging games.


Who You Are and What You Bring:
● Submit your resume referring examples of previous work.
● 9+ years of game design experience and 3-5+ years of mobile or social game design experience. Experience in mobile a must. Console/PC experience nice to have
● Experience interacting with clients, pitching, presenting and creating game concepts
● Understand the impact of social features such player guilds and chat systems.
● Strong inter-personal skills and an ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
● Technical understanding of the game development process.
● Committed to making the world's best mobile games
● Creatively objective in understanding market needs for products.
At Hothead Games, we strive to maintain a healthy workplace during the Covid-19 pandemic - and beyond. The successful candidate must be comfortable working at home, and have functional and private space available for work hours. Compensation includes competitive salary, vacation, RRSP matching, company stock options and extended health coverage.

WHY BEING INCLUSIVE IS IMPORTANT TO US?
At Hothead Games, we are an Equal Opportunity employer and we value the diversity of the people we hire and serve. We strive to build and grow our team that fosters variety in backgrounds, perspectives, experiences and skills. We embrace inclusiveness in our workplace, so we can utilize each person's talents and strengths to make great games. If you are seeking an awesome new challenge with a fun and engaging team, we invite you to apply and talk about the possibilities of beginning a rewarding new chapter of your career.

A Note of Caution: Hothead Games does not use Gmail or any other free email service. Hothead Games does not use Telegram or any other instant messaging service to recruit.

Be safe: If you are unsure that a recruiter is authentic, please contact


French:


Hothead Games est fière d'annoncer de nouvelles occasions de partenariat qui se traduisent par une augmentation de nos effectifs. Il s'agit d'un projet pluridisciplinaire qui mobilise de nouveaux talents et de nouvelles compétences au sein de notre personnel, notamment un concepteur principal Joignez-vous à nous dès aujourd'hui


Pourquoi devriez-vous postuler?

Nous collaborons avec des partenaires industriels de premier plan et nous travaillons en étroite collaboration avec des développeurs de jeux de classe mondiale Ces projets passionnants ouvrent également la porte à une expansion supplémentaire et à des possibilités infinies. Joignez-vous à l'aventure

Responsabilités :
En tant que concepteur de jeu principal, vous jouerez un rôle crucial dans notre initiative de travail à la commande chez Hothead Games. Vous serez chargé de développer des concepts de jeu et de les présenter à des clients potentiels, en étroite collaboration avec le producteur chevronné et principal, le directeur créatif et les autres membres de l'équipe. Plus précisément, vos responsabilités comprendront :
● Contribuer à l'élaboration d'appels d'offres et de documents de présentation.
● Créer des concepts de jeu convaincants pour les présentations qui correspondent aux exigences du client.
● Rencontrer les clients pour discuter des idées de projet et présenter des concepts.
● Diriger le développement de la conception du jeu du début à la fin une fois qu'un projet a été sécurisé.
● Gérer une équipe de 1 à 3 concepteurs afin d'assurer l'achèvement opportun et réussi du projet.
● Aider avec d'autres présentations et appels d'offres au besoin sur une base continue.
En tant que concepteur de jeu principal, vous jouerez un rôle clé au sein de notre équipe créative, en aidant à donner vie à des idées de jeux novatrices et en favorisant le succès de nos projets. Le candidat idéal aura une solide expérience en conception et en présentation de jeux, d'excellentes compétences en leadership et une passion pour la prestation de jeux engageants de haute qualité.


Qui vous êtes et ce que vous apportez :
● Soumettez votre CV en mentionnant des exemples de travaux antérieurs.
● Au moins 9 ans d'expérience en conception de jeux et de 3 à 5 ans d'expérience en conception de jeux mobiles ou sociaux. Expérience en technologie mobile nécessaire. Expérience en matière de console/PC souhaitable.
● Expérience dans l'interaction avec les clients, la présentation et la création de concepts de jeu.
● Comprendre l'impact des fonctionnalités sociales telles que les guildes de joueurs et les systèmes de clavardage.
● Solides aptitudes pour les relations interpersonnelles et capacité de travailler en équipe.
● Compréhension technique du processus de développement du jeu.
● Être engagé à créer les meilleurs jeux mobiles au monde
● Être créatif et objectif dans la compréhension des besoins du marché en matière de produits.


Chez Hothead Games, nous nous efforçons de maintenir un milieu de travail sain pendant la pandémie de Covid-19 et au-delà. Le candidat retenu doit être à l'aise de travailler à la maison et disposer d'un espace fonctionnel et privé pour les heures de travail. La rémunération comprend un salaire concurrentiel, les vacances, la contrepartie au REER, les options d'achat d'actions de l'entreprise et la couverture de soins de santé complémentaires.

POURQUOI L'INCLUSION EST-ELLE IMPORTANTE POUR NOUS?
Chez Hothead Games, nous sommes un employeur souscrivant au principe de l'égalité des chances et nous valorisons la diversité des personnes que nous embauchons et servons. Nous nous efforçons de constituer et de développer une équipe qui favorise la diversité des origines, des points de vue, des expériences et des compétences. Nous favorisons l'inclusion sur notre lieu de travail, afin de pouvoir utiliser les talents et les forces de chacun pour réaliser de grands jeux. Si vous êtes à la recherche d'un nouveau défi passionnant dans une équipe amusante et engageante, nous vous invitons à postuler et à discuter des possibilités d'entamer un nouveau chapitre gratifiant de votre carrière.

Une mise en garde : Hothead Games n'utilise pas Gmail ou tout autre service de courriel gratuit. Hothead Games n'utilise pas Telegram ou tout autre service de messagerie instantanée pour recruter.

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