Game Designer

About The Company

Giant Spell is a dynamic and innovative game development studio dedicated to creating immersive and memorable gaming experiences. With a focus on stylized, vibrant, and fantastical worlds, we strive to craft engaging narratives and gameplay that captivate players around the globe. Our team is composed of passionate professionals committed to pushing the boundaries of creativity and technology to deliver exceptional entertainment. At Giant Spell, we believe in fostering a collaborative environment that encourages innovation, continuous learning, and the pursuit of excellence in every project we undertake.

About The Role

We are seeking a talented Mid to Senior Level and Game Designer to join our remote team on a contract basis. In this role, you will be instrumental in shaping the worlds we create, handling both level design and game design aspects. Your primary responsibility will be to build immersive worlds and craft detailed levels that enhance player engagement. This includes designing player interactions, NPC Boss encounters, items, combat scenarios, UI elements, and more. The ideal candidate will have a passion for fantasy worlds and storytelling, with a strong understanding of game mechanics, level design principles, and player navigation systems. You will collaborate closely with our engineering, art, animation, and audio teams to develop cohesive and captivating experiences that resonate with players.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years of professional experience in game design, level design, or related roles.
• Proficiency in Unity game engine and familiarity with its tools and workflows.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating previous work in level design, world-building, and game mechanics.
• Excellent understanding of game design best practices, player navigation, modular level creation, and architectural composition.
• Ability to create level blockouts and greyboxing for previsualization purposes.
• Exceptional documentation skills with the ability to produce clear, detailed design materials and requirements for development teams.
• Creative mindset with a passion for developing memorable and engaging player encounters.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience designing UI elements and combat encounters is a plus.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Design and develop immersive worlds and levels that align with the game's artistic vision and storytelling elements.
• Create level blockouts and greybox prototypes to visualize gameplay flow and mechanics.
• Design engaging player interactions, NPC bosses, combat encounters, items, and UI components.
• Ensure levels are well-paced, visually appealing, and facilitate smooth player navigation and flow.
• Collaborate with engineers, artists, animators, and audio designers to integrate design elements seamlessly into the game.
• Document design specifications comprehensively, providing clear guidance to the development team.
• Iterate on level designs based on playtesting feedback and analytics to optimize player experience.
• Maintain a player-centric approach, ensuring interactions are fun, surprising, and memorable.
• Stay updated with industry trends and incorporate best practices into level and game design processes.
• Support the team in creating previsualization assets such as camera animations and environment layouts as needed.
  
  

Benefits

Giant Spell offers a flexible remote working environment with a focus on work-life balance. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on innovative projects within a creative and supportive atmosphere. We provide competitive compensation packages, opportunities for professional growth, and access to the latest tools and technologies in game development. Our culture encourages continuous learning, collaboration, and the sharing of ideas. Additionally, you will be part of a passionate team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of game design and storytelling, allowing you to leave a lasting impact on the gaming community.

Equal Opportunity

Giant Spell is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We believe that diverse perspectives foster innovation and creativity, and we are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates.