Contract Game Designer

About the role

This is a contract position for the role of Game Designer, anticipated to run for approximately three months with the possibility of extension based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop several projects, responding to feedback from key stakeholders to craft gameplay that is fun, marketable, and innovative
• Pitch original game ideas, researching and developing concepts on your own and with other designers
• Provide feedback for and develop pitches from external inventors
• Facilitate or participate in in-person and remote playtesting sessions
• Write instructions & "How to Play" video scripts with accessibility and clarity in mind
• Partner with internal stakeholders to support development/publication, collaborating cross-functionally with Creative Operations, Production & Sourcing

Requirements

• 3+ years of tabletop game design/development experience
• A love for, and strong knowledge of, successful mass market retail party games
• An understanding of fundamental game design principles and player motivations
• Experience writing and editing game rules and "how to play" video scripts
• A basic understanding of graphic design, UX principles, and tools including Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop
• A basic understanding of organization/presentation tools, including Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides

Qualifications

• Based in Los Angeles, CA, with the ability to work a hybrid schedule in our office Tuesday through Thursday
• $30 - $38 an hour

Benefits

As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer we are committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunity to applicants and employees regardless of sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), race (including protected hairstyles such as dreadlocks, braids and twists), religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, gender (including gender identity and gender expression and/or the fact that an individual is transgender, transitioning or transitioned), color, ancestry, national origin, possession of a driver’s license, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information/trait/condition, marital or familial status, family care or medical leave status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, membership in military reserves, political affiliation, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance or regulation

Schedule

Based in Los Angeles, CA, with the ability to work a hybrid schedule in our office Tuesday through Thursday

Pay

$30 - $38 an hour