Game Designer

Description

Following the release of multiple successful iPhone titles such as the Modern Combat, Dungeon Hunter, Gangstar and Asphalt series, Gameloft is currently looking for a Game Designer to work on the next generation of iPhone, iPad and Android games.

Gameloft is an international developer and publisher of video games for mobile phones and consoles. Founded in 1999 and currently a leader in its sector, Gameloft distributes its games in over 100 countries. www.gameloft.com

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

Ideally the successful candidate will have experience in one of the following genres: RPG, casual, strategy and free-to-play games in general.

Main tasks:
•    Conceptualizing and developing the game and design documents in detail
•    Developing social mechanics and game modes to improve player involvement and retention
•    Developing game systems under a free-to-play model
•    Keeping all project documents up to date and regularly updating all aspects of the game to maintain the level of quality
•    Maintaining a high level of communication and monitoring with various departments


Secondary tasks:
•    Creating prototypes and exploring new game ideas, participaing in research and development and  market studies, and creating new game concepts and ideas


Skills

•    Experience in video game creation, with at least one of the following:
   - Published professional game
   - Several personal or school game projects to present
   - Several design documents to present  
•    Diploma in one of the following fields: Computer Science, Multimedia, Graphics, Video Games or equivalent
•    Excellent knowledge of the iOS/Android game market
•    Experience with free-to-play games
•    Bilingual (English/French)
•    Expert knowledge in multimedia software (Office, Adobe, Macromedia).
•    Experience in prototyping tools (Flash, Unity, Virtools, GameMaker, etc.)
•    Good experience with multimedia software (Office, Adobe, Macromedia)
•    Familar with 3DSMax, Maya, Sketchup or other 3D design tools

Profile

•    Passion for video games, especially mobile games
•    Good knowledge of scriptions and/or basic programming
•    Able to communicate ideas easily (verbally and in writing), professional, self-teaching
•    Able to work under pressure and open to working overtime on occasion
•    Open-minded and enjoy working in a team
•    Highly imaginative!


Only selected candidates will be contacted. Your CV will be saved in our files for a period of 6 months. Thank you for your interest in Gameloft.