We are a team of intrepid explorers, creating worlds that we’ve always wanted to experience. We are curiosity seekers, working together to solve the challenges that come with stepping into the unknown. And we know that we’ll get there faster if we stay together and embrace different perspectives and new ways of thinking. We invite those who share our vision for groundbreaking player experiences to explore our career openings and join us in this journey of creating new worlds together.
Worlds Untold is seeking a Lead Designer to join our studio and be a key part of the creation of a new AAA game & IP. You will work directly with the project leadership to help shape the culture and values of who we are, and who we want to become as a studio. As one of the key leaders on our team, you will own and champion the game design vision for our flagship title.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with project leadership to align game design with the vision of the IP and world
- Develop a cohesive design vision with the team that enhances the overall game direction and meets project objectives
- Lead the creation and implementation of critical features, focusing on player satisfaction
- Mentor the design team to maintain high performance and job satisfaction
- Advocate for the design department while building strong interdepartmental and external (independent contractors and/or co-development partners) relationships
- Foster team alignment on game design initiatives, ensuring clear communication of intent and reasoning among all developers
- Work alongside leaders from various disciplines to overcome challenges and brainstorm innovative solutions
- Proactively address design challenges and incorporate feedback from playtesting to refine game features
Basic Qualifications:
- Curious, collaborative, and independent problem solver
- Passion for playing and making games and an excellent understanding of what makes them fun
- 12+ years of overall experience and additional experience as a Lead on a AAA Game
- Ability to provide both focused and inspiring creative leadership
- Excellent pitching and public speaking skills
- Effective decision-making capabilities
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong proficiency in Unreal Engine and its various tools and systems
- Serve as a coach and mentor to designers, assisting them in the resolution of complex problems and growing their skills and knowledge
- Experience in AAA game development focused on single player narrative driven games
- Experience and openness to working with a variety of co-development teams
What We Offer:
- Remote working environment
- Comprehensive health benefits
- Parental leave
- Retirement saving plan
- A studio culture that values diversity & inclusion
Our Values:
- Embrace The Unusual
- Create Collaboratively
- Don’t Overthink It
- Cultivate Curiosity
Compensation Range:
- Canada: $139,000 - $175,000 CAD
- United States: $181,000 - $224,000 USD
We understand that experience comes in many forms and we’re dedicated to inviting new perspectives into Worlds Untold. If your resume doesn't perfectly match all the criteria listed, we still encourage you to apply! We are very interested in candidates who are passionate, eager to collaborate, and are able to bring unique viewpoints to our team.
We are an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other protected status as required as by law.
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What We Do
Worlds Untold is a AAA first-party development studio that is part of NetEase Games. The studio is creating interactive narratives that blur the line between games and film in order to create a sense of immersion and engagement with their worlds and characters unlike any other. Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada but with global reach. Worlds Untold is led by industry veteran Mac Walters, an experienced producer and industry veteran with over two decades of experience in games and writing.
