Senior Game Designer

5 Months ago • 4 Years + • Game Design

Job Summary

Job Description

Senior Game Designer with 4+ years experience in console game design. Must have strong knowledge of game mechanics, systems, and design principles, good knowledge of the console gaming market, and the ability to design and implement game systems. Experience of working on balance for console projects is a must.
Must have:
  • Console Game Design
  • Game Mechanics
  • Design Principles
  • Game Systems Design
Good to have:
  • Japanese Publishers
  • Console Project Balance
  • Player Data Analysis
  • Team Collaboration
Perks:
  • In-House Training
  • Global Perspectives

Job Details

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PLAY, GROW and WIN

To be a part of Virtuos means to be a creator.  

At Virtuos, we harness the latest technologies to make games better and more immersive than ever before. That is why we pride ourselves in constantly pushing the boundaries of possibility since our founding in 2004. 

Virtuosi is a team of experts – people who have come together to share their mutual passion for making and playing games. People with the same enthusiasm for exploring new ideas and the constant drive to excel in their field. People who believe in earning success through dedication.

At Virtuos, we are at the forefront of gaming, creating exciting new experiences daily. Join us to Play, Grow and Win – together.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop game mechanics, systems, and features that are fun, engaging, and accessible to a broad audience.
  • Collaborate with the Product Owner, art, programming, and QA teams to ensure that game designs are executed with high quality.
  • Analyze player data and feedback to make informed decisions about game design and improve player engagement.
  • Plan and execute play tests, gather feedback, and make improvements to the game design.
  • Contribute to the development of the overall game vision and design goals.
  • Stay current with industry trends and developments to incorporate these into game designs.
  • propose pro-active ideas to Japanese developers to work with Virtuos on Design
  • participate to client visits to help build up relationships with the Design departments of our clients
  • Facilitate communication between our Design teams in Asia and our clients in Japan
  • Mentor and train junior designers, helping to develop their skills and grow the team.

 

  • 楽しく、魅力的で、幅広いユーザーが楽しめるゲームの仕組み、システム、機能を設計・開発する
  • プロダクトオーナー、アート、プログラミングチーム、QAチームと協力し、ゲームデザインが高品質で遂行されるようにする
  • プレイヤーデータやフィードバックを分析し、ゲームデザインに関する十分な情報に基づいた意思決定を行い、プレイヤーのエンゲージメントを向上させる
  • プレイテストを計画、実行し、フィードバックを収集し、ゲームデザインに改善を加える
  • ゲーム全体のビジョンとデザイン目標の策定に貢献する
  • 業界のトレンドや動向を常に把握し、ゲームデザインに反映させる
  • 日本の開発者に Virtuos との設計協力を提案する積極的なアイデア
  • 顧客訪問に参加し、顧客の設計部門との関係構築を支援します。
  • アジアのデザインチームと日本のクライアント間のコミュニケーションを促進します。
  • 若手デザイナーの指導・育成を行い、スキルの向上とチームの成長に貢献する

Qualifications

  • At least 4+ years of experience in game design, with a focus on Console games.
  • Strong knowledge of game mechanics, systems, and design principles.
  • Good knowledge of the console gaming market, understanding of current gaming trends.
  • Ability to design and implement game systems.
  • Experience of working with the balance on a console project.
  • The ability to clearly communicate one's thoughts to all team members, to accept feedback.
  • Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
  • Ability to work well in a team environment and collaborate effectively with other departments.
  • Passion for games and a commitment to delivering high quality game experiences to players.
  • Portfolio with works and mandatory presence of released projects.
  • Professional Japanese skills required, English a big plus (will to learn appreciated, in-house training available).
  • Proven experience with Japanese publishers and/or developers.

 

  • コンソールゲームを中心としたゲームデザインの経験が最低4年以上あること
  • ゲームのメカニクス、システム、デザイン原則に関する知識が豊富であること
  • コンソールゲーム市場に関する知識が豊富で、現在のゲームトレンドを理解していること
  • ゲームシステムの設計と実装ができる
  • コンソールゲーム機のプロジェクトでバランスチームと協働した経験があること
  • チームメンバー全員に自分の考えを明確に伝え、フィードバックを受け入れる能力があること
  • 優れた分析能力と問題解決能力
  • チームで働くことができ、他部署と効果的に協力できる方
  • ゲームに対する情熱と、プレイヤーに高品質なゲーム体験を提供することへコミットできる
  • 作品ポートフォリオとリリース済みプロジェクトがあること
  • 上級のビジネス日本語スキル必須、英語力あれば尚よい(学習意欲があれば可、社内研修あり)
  • 日本のパブリッシャーやデベロッパーとの取引経験

 

About Us

Virtuos Tokyo was launched in 2023, 14 years after we first set foot in Japan, to strengthen our partnerships with Japanese game companies. Our key clients include Square Enix, whom we’ve worked with on titles such as Final Fantasy X/X-2,  Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age and, NieR:Automata The End of YoRHa Edition. We are excited to bring creative and technical game services, as well as global perspectives on game creation to our Japanese partners, and help take their games and businesses worldwide.

Job Info

  • Job Function Identification 176
  • Posting Date 01/09/2024, 09:38 AM
  • Locations Japan, Tokyo
  • Job Function Schedule Full time
  • Linkedin Tags #LI-AB1

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