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Game Designer II - Trading Card Game

5 Days ago • 2-3 Years • Game Production • $84,800 PA - $125,800 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

This role involves localizing and iterating on Pokémon TCG products, aligning business and design goals with player needs. Responsibilities include playtesting new products, incorporating user feedback, proofing TCG products, executing product plans, writing product stories, collaborating with designers and project management, contributing creative design ideas, and optimizing the customer experience. The ideal candidate will have 2-3+ years of game design experience, proofing experience, and a strong knowledge of Pokémon TCGs. A passion for gaming and TCGs is essential.
Must have:
  • 2-3+ years game design experience
  • Proofing experience
  • Strong Pokémon TCG knowledge
  • Excellent collaboration skills
  • Analytical & problem-solving skills
Good to have:
  • Experience with TCGs
  • Bachelor's degree in related field
Perks:
  • 100% employer-paid healthcare
  • Generous paid family leave
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • 401k employer matching (US)
  • Pension employer contributions (UK/IRE/MX)
  • Fitness reimbursement
  • Commuter benefit
  • LinkedIn Learning
  • Relocation package (certain roles)
  • Hybrid work environment

Job Details

Get to know The Pokémon Company International

The Pokémon Company International, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company in Japan, manages the property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing, marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children's entertainment properties in the world.

Learn more online at corporate.pokemon.com and pokemon.com.

Get to know the role

  • Job Title: Game Designer II (12-month Fixed Term Contract)
  • Job Summary: This role will work on a team to localize and iterate on TCG Products, while aligning the business and design goals with unwavering attention to theme, quality, and the needs of our players.
  • FLSA Classification (US Only): Exempt
  • People Manager: No

 

What you’ll do

  • Playtest and assist with the development of new products
  • Utilize user feedback into clear actionable items to improve products and design processes
  • Proof Pokémon TCG products
  • Ensure that the final product quality meets the high expectations of TPCi’s brand
  • Execute product plans for Pokémon TCG products, where applicable
  • Help write product stories for Pokémon TCG products, where applicable
  • Coordinate with and support other Game Designers as necessary
  • Work collaboratively with the other Game Designers and Project Management team to facilitate a clear direction and to execute TCG designs
  • Contribute innovative and creative design ideas to TPCi’s TCG Products, where applicable  
  • Be a game design champion looking to evolve TPCi’s games and ways to optimize the customers’ experience

 

What you’ll bring

  • 2 to 3+ years of game design experience
  • Proofing experience
  • Strong knowledge of TPCi games and brand, specifically for TCGs.
  • Interest in all things gaming from mobile to tabletop and wider industry trends with a specific passion for crafting amazing gaming experiences for TCGs!
  • Ability to work independently, handle multiple assignments, balance priorities and meet deadlines
  • Willingness to learn and grow with the team
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to synthesize game-play data to improve the game as necessary
  • Experience working on TCGs preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or a demonstrated equivalent level of applicable experience preferred, but not required
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Base Salary Range: For this role, new hires generally start between $84,800 - $100,035 per year. The full range is $84,800 - $125,800 per year. This range is applicable for the labor market where the role is intended to be hired. The final base salary is directly related to the candidate’s qualifications and professional experience uniquely.

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How you’ll be successful

  • Passion for Pokémon: Develops an understanding of the Pokémon brand, the impact it has on our people, culture, business, fans, and communities, and applying that knowledge and passion to everything you do.
  • Challenging the Expected: Approaches challenges with curiosity and creativity, embracing the possibility of failure as an opportunity to learn something new, develop innovative ideas, solve complex problems and identify unique opportunities.  
  • Integrity and Respect: Demonstrates integrity and respect by leading with empathy, listening to others, seeking out different perspectives, and taking personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and results.
  • Dedicated to Quality: Takes ownership to maintain and promote high standards, looks for new ways to learn and improve, and embraces a growth mindset to seek and apply feedback from others in an effort to continuously improve. 
  • Building Relationships: Develops and strengthens relationships, adopting a “team first” mentality and working collaboratively to solve problems and meet shared goals.  
  • Delighting Customers: Listens and understands the interests and needs of our customers and stakeholders, making them feel heard and important, and embracing these learnings to continue delivering a unique Pokémon experience.

 

What to expect

  • An innovative culture driven by impact, delivering meaningful outcomes.
  • Company events that celebrate the spirit of Pokémon.
  • Competitive cash-based compensation programs.
  • 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you.
  • Generous paid family leave.
  • Employer-paid life insurance.
  • Employer-paid long and short-term income protection insurance.
  • US Employees: 401k Employer Matching.
  • UK/IRE/MX Employees: Pension Employer Contributions.
  • Fitness reimbursement.
  • Commuter benefit.
  • LinkedIn learning.
  • Comprehensive relocation package for certain roles.
  • Hybrid work environment.

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. For roles in the United Kingdom, candidates will need the right to work. In some cases, and for some roles, the Company may be able to arrange a visa. For roles in Ireland, this role requires candidates to have the right to live and work in the Republic of Ireland. However, we welcome applications from all nationalities and may consider supporting an employment permit application, in appropriate and suitable cases.

The Pokémon Company International is committed to the inclusion of all qualified applicants for consideration in our job application process. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at accommodationrequest_ta@pokemon.com.

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