Studio Director, Game Design
Location: Silverwater, Australia
Time Type: Full time
Posted On: 2 Days Ago
End Date: January 17, 2025 (26 days left to apply)
Job Requisition ID: R317499
Gaming:
Welcome to the world of land-based gaming.
At Light & Wonder, it's all about the games, and our Gaming team builds cutting-edge technology, products, and content for the most iconic casinos and operators across the globe.
Position Summary:
The Studio Director, Game Design is responsible for day-to-day operations of the Game Development Studio.
Utilizing extensive experience, you will conceptualize, lead, and oversee the development of new gaming concepts for the studio that align with company game KPIs and deliverables.
Additionally, you will impart industry knowledge while leading, managing, training, and specifically developing the Mathematician team within the studio.
Essential Job Functions:
Lead day-to-day functions, guidance, and people management and development of the studio.
Develop new gaming concepts for the studio that align with company game KPIs and deliverables.
Enhance the understanding of common gameplay implementation and ensure its application among all members of the studio.
Review game performance in the field to perceive optimal strategies for market penetration and player acceptance.
Provide expert opinion on gaming content globally from the perspective of the end user.
Report regularly to the VP of Game Development Sydney and VP of Product Management – International, on current and future game design directions.
Align and liaise with the Project Management Team on all games in development.
Consult various SMEs (Test Technicians, Software Developers, Software Engineers) to facilitate the timely progression of game projects.
Assist Product Managers with information on recommended configurations for recently released products.
Liaise with senior management, customers, regulators, distributors, and suppliers, which may involve domestic and sometimes overseas travel.
Qualifications:
Education / Experience:
10+ years' experience in a Studio or Mathematics / Game Design Team Lead role in land-based or digital slot games industry.
Strong experience as a Game Designer with a great portfolio of games and concrete appreciation of current market trends.
Intimate knowledge of Gaming regulations for Australia, USA, and Asia.
Mathematics degree (or evidence of substantial mathematical studies undertaken within a Tertiary program).
The highest level of awareness and interest in the gaming industry and gaming-related products.
An understanding of the factors relating to the timely progression of game projects.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Good communication skills.
Foster independent discussion of ideas among colleagues.
Knowledge of historical industry trends.
Ability to identify novel concepts worth implementing and protecting through knowledge of competitors' products and patents.
Understand the steps involved in presenting new product designs to regulators.
Maintain confidentiality on sensitive information.
Leadership capabilities aligned to running a large multifunctional team.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Conditions:
The work conditions are representative and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations.
Possible domestic and international travel may be required.
This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job.
The employee in this position may be requested to perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities than those stated above.
About Us:
Light & Wonder, Inc. is the leading cross-platform global games company.
Through our land-based gaming, iGaming, and social gaming businesses, we deliver unforgettable experiences by combining the exceptional talents of our 6,000+ member team with a deep understanding of our customers and players.
We create immersive content that forges lasting connections with players.
The Company is committed to the highest standards of integrity, from promoting player responsibility to implementing sustainable practices.
L&W is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.
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