Match 3 Game Designer - Celebrity Founded Mobile Gaming Startup

We are an innovative, celebrity-founded gaming company that blends the excitement of match-3 mechanics with the star power of some of the biggest names in rap, R&B, and entertainment. Our team includes industry veterans who have worked on major mobile games and entertainment experiences, including NFL, Breaking Bad, and Netflix shows. We're backed by major celebrity co-founders alongside industry veterans from gaming powerhouses such as King, Activision/Blizzard, Riot Games, EA, Respawn Entertainment, and creators of Apex Legends. We have strategic partnerships in place with the biggest influencers, podcasters, and festival sponsors. We're currently building a unique match-3 game.

We’re looking for a creative and experienced Match-3 Game Designer to join our talented team. This role will involve developing innovative gameplay mechanics, designing engaging levels, and incorporating celebrity-themed power-ups and rewards. The ideal candidate will have deep experience with match-3 game design and a passion for blending pop culture with gaming to create immersive experiences.

Note: This is an equity-only position at this time. You'll have the opportunity to earn significant equity in a high-potential, celebrity-backed project poised to make a splash in the mobile gaming market.

• Design & Develop Match-3 Mechanics: Create innovative and fun gameplay mechanics that are easy to learn but hard to master, including unique power-up tiles, special abilities, and rewarding combos.
• Level Design: Craft hundreds of engaging and challenging levels that keep players coming back for more.
• Narrative Integration: Collaborate with our narrative team to ensure the game’s levels tie into a celebrity-themed storyline and match-3 progression system.
• Monetization Strategy: Work closely with the team to create engaging yet balanced monetization features, including in-game purchases and premium currency models.
• Player Retention: Leverage intermittent reinforcement and other engagement techniques to enhance player retention and boost player lifetime value (LTV).
• Cross-Team Collaboration: Work alongside artists, narrative designers, and engineers to create a cohesive experience, ensuring smooth gameplay integration.
• Feedback-Driven Development: Incorporate player feedback and A/B testing results to refine gameplay and mechanics.

• 3+ years of experience in mobile game design, with a strong portfolio of shipped match-3 or puzzle games.
• Proven ability to design challenging, balanced, and rewarding match-3 levels and mechanics.
• Experience with monetization strategies, particularly in the mobile free-to-play space.
• Passion for music, pop culture, and gaming, with an understanding of how to blend these elements into an engaging player experience.
• Strong understanding of game design principles, player psychology, and data-driven decision-making.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments.
• Ability to balance creativity with player engagement and retention strategies.

• Celebrity-Backed: Work alongside some of the biggest names in entertainment.
• Innovative Culture: Be part of a rapidly growing company that values creativity and fresh ideas.
• Cutting-Edge Gameplay: Help shape a unique match-3 game that incorporates celebrities, music, and engaging game mechanics.
• Industry Leaders: Collaborate with a team of veterans from the top mobile games and entertainment experiences worldwide.
• Equity Opportunity: Play a key role in the success of a game with enormous potential in the market.

Remote (open to candidates globally)

Please submit your resume, portfolio, and a brief cover letter outlining your experience in game design and what excites you about working on a celebrity-themed match-3 game.