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Design Director

2 Months ago • 10 Years + • Game Design

Job Summary

Job Description

Electric Square in Malta seeks a Design Director with extensive experience in game design across various genres. Responsibilities include developing and implementing the studio's design strategy, providing constructive feedback, making project decisions aligned with company strategy, prioritizing tasks and features, and ensuring high-quality design output. The ideal candidate has shipped at least five titles (two as lead), possesses 10+ years of AAA game development experience on console/PC platforms, and is proficient in Unreal Engine. Experience in co-development environments is desirable. The role is full-time and on-site in Malta.
Must have:
  • Broad and deep design knowledge
  • Constructive feedback on design
  • Project decision-making
  • Studio design strategy implementation
  • Task & feature prioritization
  • 5 shipped titles (2 as lead)
  • 10+ years AAA game industry experience
  • Console/PC platform experience
  • Unreal Engine experience
Good to have:
  • Co-dev environment experience
Perks:
  • 28 days annual leave + Malta bank holidays
  • Generous annual performance bonus
  • Private health & dental insurance
  • Health & wellbeing allowance (€450/year)
  • Free company swag
  • Financial wellbeing platform
  • Fitness app access
  • Exclusive anniversary presents
  • Purpose-built studio overlooking St. George's Bay

Job Details

Description

At Electric Square, we understand that the worlds we build are pivotal to the success of our games and the enjoyment of our players. With our diverse portfolio, which includes acclaimed titles like 'Diablo 4', 'Lords of the Fallen', ‘Assassin’s Creed VR’ and several other exciting AAA console games currently in progress (and even more surprises on the horizon!), we strive to deliver unforgettable gaming experiences.

Working in collaboration with four innovative studios, our team of 300+ talented individuals are dedicated to creating world-class projects. We foster a unique studio culture that empowers and inspires our teams, ensuring that everyone feels motivated to bring their best ideas to life.

We can offer you an award-winning working environment. At Electric Square, we don't just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community. Electric Square is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

How do you like the sound of living on the picturesque island of Malta?

Join our Electric Square Malta studio, where innovation and breathtaking views merge to create a truly electrifying experience! Perched high above St Georges Bay, our purpose-built brand-new studio serves as a vibrant hub for the brightest minds in the industry.

Join our passionate team of game developers & visionaries as we embark on an exhilarating journey to shape the future of gaming. Whether you're a seasoned professional or an emerging talent, we welcome diversity and encourage fresh perspectives to shape our games and revolutionize the industry.

[Please note: For this role we are seeking applicants based in, or who are able to relocate to, Malta]

Requirements

A Design Director at Electric Square Malta:

  • Has a broad and deep knowledge of all aspects of design, specialising in those most closely related to the games / genres in development in the studio.
  • Provides constructive feedback on quality and how to improve on any aspect of design.
  • Can make project decisions based on company strategy.
  • Designs and implements the studio design strategy , and is accountable for design output across the studio.
  • Can decide on the priority of tasks and features on any given project.

What we'd love to see from you:

  • Five shipped titles, with minimum two as lead.
  • At least 10 years working in the games industry.
  • AAA experience is a requirement.
  • Experience on console/PC platforms required.
  • Experience working in a co-dev environment desirable.
  • Experience working in Unreal required.

Keywords Studios is dedicated to following a well-established Equal Opportunities Policy. We endeavour to create a workplace which provides for equal opportunities for all employees and potential employees.

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Keywords Studios is strongly committed to protecting your personal information. By sending your CV/Resume, you are agreeing to our terms and conditions and consent to your data being managed and retained in accordance with our data privacy and retention policy.

Benefits

When you join Electric Square, you can expect to enjoy a unique culture. Whether its participating and relaxing with one of our wellness benefits or discussing the latest games over studio lunch. The Studio knows that it’s the best people that make the best games and this is what Electric Square invests in. Below you will find all the benefits and perks you can enjoy as an Electric Square team member.

Base Package

  • Holidays - 28 days annual leave which includes the 3/4 day studio closure over the Christmas period plus all Malta bank holidays.
  • Generous Annual Performance Bonus

Benefits

  • Private Health Insurance - provided by Sana
  • Private Dental Insurance - provided by Sana
  • Health and Well-being Allowance – €450 per year to spend on your choice of a range of healthy activities, ranging from going to the gym, rock climbing, yoga, arts and crafts or a lovely massage. It's on us!

Perks

  • Free Awesome Swag – Sleek Electric Square T-shirts and merch, with the iconic Electra symbol emblazoned on the front. New ranges out every season!
  • Financial Wellbeing Platform – Access to a fantastic financial wellbeing platform which is free to all Electric Square Employees.
  • WithU Fitness App - A remarkable fitness app that revolves around audio guidance, which is absolutely free for all Electric Square employees
  • Exclusive anniversary presents – After your third & fifth year as an Electron.
  • Purpose built Studio overlooking St Georges Bay – Our Malta studio is quite literally a stone’s throw away from the beach.The brand-new building we are situated in is completely purpose built for our needs and comfort.

Role Information: EN

Studio: Electric Square

Location: Europe, Malta

Service: Game Development

Employment Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full Time, On-site

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