Creative Director

Why us?

At welevel, we’re more than just a startup - we’re a vibrant community of innovators passionate about crafting the future of RPG and survival games. Based in Munich, we combine cutting-edge technology with a collaborative and forward-thinking culture, where every team member plays a vital role in our success.

Here’s what makes us stand out:

• Inspiring Work Environment: A central Munich location with a motivated and international team that thrives on creativity and collaboration.
• Competitive Compensation: We believe in rewarding talent fairly and offer a compensation package that reflects your skills and impact.
• Team Activities: Regular events to build a strong sense of community.
• Free Drinks: Enjoy complimentary beverages to keep you refreshed throughout the day.
• A Pioneering, Start-Up Mindset: Join a culture where your ideas and creativity are valued and encouraged.

Your Role

As Creative Director, you’ll be the visionary force behind the experience. You’ll define the game’s creative direction and ensure every element—from gameplay systems and narrative tone to visual identity and player progression—supports a unified, compelling vision. Working closely with the Game Director, Art Director, and Technical Leads, you’ll help shape a survival game that balances freedom, immersion, and depth, with a distinct creative identity rooted in realism, discovery, and emotional impact.

Responsibilities

• Define and communicate the creative vision and pillars of the game
• Ensure a cohesive player experience across gameplay, story, art, sound, and systems
• Guide narrative tone, worldbuilding, faction identity, and environmental storytelling
• Collaborate with design and art teams to create engaging, emergent experiences driven by AI systems and procedural content
• Champion the player journey: from vulnerability and survival to empowerment and creativity
• Review and give feedback on core systems, pacing, dialogue, UI/UX, and quests
• Lead creative brainstorms, pitch documents, and milestone reviews
• Ensure every feature or asset reinforces the game’s tone, purpose, and immersion

Requirements

• 7+ years in game development with at least 2 years in a Creative Director or comparable leadership role
• Experience shipping at least one AAA or high-quality PC/console game
• Strong vision and taste across game design, worldbuilding, and narrative
• Deep understanding of player motivation, systemic gameplay, and environmental storytelling
• Ability to direct cross-disciplinary teams toward a unified creative outcome
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills—able to pitch and defend ideas clearly
• Passion for hyper-realism, grounded world design, and survival or city-building genres

What we offer

• The opportunity to leave your mark on the gaming industry by working on a groundbreaking AAA title.
• A fun and dynamic work environment, surrounded by a team of passionate, creative, and talented individuals.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including relocation assistance for the right candidate.
• The chance to live and work in the vibrant and beautiful city of Munich, Germany.

Are you ready to embark on an epic journey with welevel and make SolidRiver an unforgettable gaming experience? Don't hesitate!

Apply now and let your creativity flow like a mighty river!