Game Director

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Requirements:

• 8-10+ years in the gaming industry, with at least 3-5 years in a director-level or similar leadership role.
• Proven experience in AA and AAA game development, with a portfolio of shipped titles demonstrating creative leadership.
• Deep understanding of game design principles, storytelling, and player psychology.
• Strong project management skills to oversee complex, multi-year projects within budget and scope constraints.
• Proficiency in game development tools, such as Unreal Engine, Unity, or proprietary engines.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills, with a collaborative team-focused approach.

Responsibilities:

• Define and uphold the creative vision of the game, ensuring alignment with company objectives and the intended audience.
• Lead creative ideation and decision-making processes, establishing a unique and innovative gameplay experience.
• Oversee project timelines, milestones, and deliverables, ensuring a high standard of quality and alignment with AA/AAA expectations.
• Coordinate across disciplines (art, design, programming, audio, etc.) to maintain consistency and cohesiveness in all aspects of the game.
• Lead internal and external teams, managing co-development partners as needed for seamless collaboration.
• Champion the player experience by driving gameplay mechanics, systems design, and narrative integration that resonate with the target audience.
• Conduct regular reviews and playtests, gathering feedback to iterate and improve the game’s quality.
• Work closely with executive teams to communicate the game’s direction, progress, and risks, adapting to feedback to ensure strategic alignment.
• Mentor and guide team members, fostering a collaborative and creative environment where ideas thrive.
• Serve as the key point of contact between development teams and senior management, ensuring transparent communication and efficient problem-solving.
• Uphold high standards of polish and quality, ensuring technical and artistic excellence in line with AA/AAA development.
• Address challenges in balancing performance with innovative design.
• Maintain responsibility for the game’s overall success, driving efforts to meet performance and monetization goals.
• Collaborate with Lead Engineers to evaluate and select appropriate frameworks and libraries, ensuring the technical foundation supports the creative vision and gameplay requirements.