CREATIVE DIRECTOR

3 Months ago • 8 Years + • Game Design

Job Summary

Job Description

Limbic Entertainment seeks a passionate Creative Director to oversee the production and development of current and upcoming game IPs. Responsibilities include defining and executing the creative vision, collaborating with management and technical teams, leading and mentoring the design team, and ensuring a cohesive player experience. The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of experience in game design, a strong portfolio, and experience shipping at least two games. They will be responsible for balancing aesthetic design with technical constraints and maintaining clear communication with stakeholders.
Must have:
  • Define and execute game's creative vision
  • Lead and mentor design teams
  • Collaborate with management and technical teams
  • 8+ years game design experience, shipped 2+ games
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating design talent
Good to have:
  • Unreal Engine experience
  • Degree in art-related domain
Perks:
  • Flexible Fridays
  • Hybrid work opportunities
  • Free parking or public transportation ticket
  • Individual development and training opportunities
  • Support with relocation

Job Details

Hey, gamers! Are you ready for your next adventure in the industry? Look no further!
Limbic Entertainment is seeking a passionate and visionary Creative Director to oversee the production and development of our current and upcoming game IPs. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate closely with management to define and maintain the design vision, ensuring that all features align with the game's overall creative direction and resonate with our audience. You will spearhead the design team, emphasizing collaboration and driving innovation.

Who are we, you ask? 
Limbic Entertainment GmbH, founded in 2002, is a leading German development studio dedicated to creating high-quality video games on multiple platforms for global audiences. Limbic Entertainment focuses on strategy, roleplaying and simulation management games for PC and consoles, utilizing the latest technology such as Unreal® 5. With a diverse team of over 110 developers from more than 20 nationalities, Limbic Entertainment GmbH has launched over 80 product versions globally, including key titles like Park Beyond (2023), Tropico 6 (2019), and Might & Magic X: Legacy (2013).  Since October 2022, Bandai Namco Europe S.A.S. holds a majority share in Limbic Entertainment GmbH. For more information, please visit: https://www.limbic-entertainment.com. 
What will a day in your life in this role look like? We are glad you asked!
 
  • Design Vision and Execution: Define and execute the Creative Vision and style of one of our games, ensuring a cohesive and immersive player experience throughout the whole game development, from concept to completion.
  • Collaboration with Management: Work closely with management and other directors to ensure that the design elements complement and enhance the game’s narrative and gameplay, while finding the perfect balance between the quality and the costs.
  • Team Leadership: Build, lead, and inspire the game development team. Mentor the broader team, fostering an environment that values creativity, professional growth, and diversity.
  • Balance Aesthetics and Technical Constraints: Collaborate with technical teams to balance aesthetic design goals with technical constraints, ensuring seamless integration of design and technology.
  • Stakeholder Communication: Maintain clear and effective communication with the development team and stakeholders, ensuring alignment of design and project goals.
We would love it if you have these skills:
  • Open-minded and receptive to different cultures and ideas, with an appreciation for diverse perspectives.
  • Experience in working with and leading diverse and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Ability to integrate diverse perspectives into the creative process.
  • Experience with Unreal Engine is a plus.
  • A degree in an art-related domain or equivalent design experience is a plus.
  • Minimum of 8+ years of experience in game design or related fields, with a proven track record of leading design teams.
  • Knowledge and experience in creating designs for simulation, RPGs, or similar genres.
  • Participation in the full development cycle and have shipped at least 2 games.
  • A strong portfolio demonstrating design talent. 
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills. 
We don't just work hard, we also know how to have fun!
  • A varied field of activity with personal responsibility 
  • Independent work in a familiar team atmosphere with fast decision-making processes
  • A professional working environment 
  • Flat hierarchies and a friendly and uncomplicated work-atmosphere
  • Individual development and training opportunities
  • Support with relocation
  • Hybrid work opportunities
  • Free parking or public transportation ticket
  • Flexible Fridays. If you have completed your requirements for the week, you can choose to work less or even take the day off! You read that right!! We trust our team to manage their time effectively and know when they need to take a break.
Additional Information
We believe that our differences make us stronger, and we're committed to creating a fun and inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. Join us for a workplace that values both hard work and having fun!
About us

We're Limbic Entertainment, a German video game developer and software seller since 2002. We make games because we love games! With over 80 product versions under our belt, we have a particular focus on strategy - online and survival/FPS games for PC and consoles. Have you heard of Tropico, Memories of Mars, and Might & Magic X Legacy? If not, you're in for a treat! These games are our babies, and they're fantastic. From the tropical paradise of Tropico to the harsh Martian landscape of Memories of Mars, and the epic world of Might & Magic X Legacy, we've got you covered with top-notch gaming experiences!

What sets us apart from the rest is our culture. No corporate gibberish or old-fashioned hierarchy here! We do things differently, which means keeping everything simple. You'll be your own boss but with plenty of support from your colleagues and supervisors. So, buckle up and get ready to dive into some seriously awesome gameplay! 


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About The Company

We're Limbic Entertainment, a German video game developer and software seller since 2002, developing high-quality entertainment software for national and international markets. We make games because we love games! With over 80 product versions under our belt, we have a particular focus on strategy - online and survival/FPS games for PC and consoles. Have you heard of Tropico, Memories of Mars, and Might & Magic X Legacy? If not, you're in for a treat! These games are our babies, and they're fantastic. From the tropical paradise of Tropico to the harsh Martian landscape of Memories of Mars, and the epic world of Might & Magic X Legacy, we've got you covered with top-notch gaming experiences!

Our core competences are game design and programming; we focus on PC and next-generation console games made with Unreal 4.

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