Warner Bros. Games · 2 days ago
Manager, Design
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$94K/yr - $176K/yr
8+ years expWarner Bros. Games is a leader in the games industry, and they are seeking a Design Manager to lead and manage the design team for a new game. The role involves collaborating closely with the Creative Director and overseeing the design process while ensuring alignment with the game vision.
Digital EntertainmentPC Games
Responsibilities
Work closely with the Creative Director to develop and define the vision of the game
Clearly articulate the design through documentation and internal communication
Review progress throughout the development cycle to ensure the trajectory aligns with the established vision
Lead the day-to-day creation of the characters and combat systems
Work with the art teams to create the levels to support the defined gameplay needs
Collaborate with engineering to ensure that tools and support technologies are meeting the design requirements
Work with the team to create engaging core game loops and great moment-to-moment gameplay
Oversee creation of engagement and progression systems to support player fun
Maintain vigilance on a player-first mentality
Act as the primary liaison between the design team and other disciplines
Collaborate with Production to ensure clear communications across the team
Mentor the design team with a goal of helping each member develop into high-performers
Ensure knowledge sharing across the team
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 3 shipped titles on which the candidate was involved from inception to completion
Minimum of 8+ years in game development, with at least 4+ years in a management role
Direct experience as a Lead Designer on an AAA game
A minimum of a bachelor's degree (or equivalent work experience)
Well versed in all aspects of game design including systems, narrative, level, and combat design
Strong desire to apply metrics and data analysis to augment their design instincts
Should have extensive experience with a project that provides ongoing live support
Excellent communication skills required, both written and verbal
Excellent organizational skills, including both strong skills in prioritization and multitasking
Strong conflict resolution and mediation skills
Strong leadership and mentoring skills
Scripting/coding knowledge, sufficient to understand script-heavy design processes
Positive attitude and collaborative approach to problem solving
Requires a self-starter with high level of initiative and proactivity
Benefits
Health insurance coverage
An employee wellness program
Life and disability insurance
A retirement savings plan
Paid holidays and sick time
Vacation
Company
Warner Bros. Games
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Founded in 1993Burbank, California, USA
1001-5000 employees
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