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Jr. Game Designer

Steer Studios Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Posted: 17 Feb 2025

Financial

  • Estimate: $15k - $30k*
  • Zero income tax location

Accessibility

  • Office Only
  • Visa Provided

Requirements

  • Experience: Entry Level
  • English: Professional

Position

Steer Studios is on a mission to create a world-leading game studio in Saudi Arabia, focusing on developing high-quality games for international audiences. We aim to foster the passionate gaming sector in Saudi Arabia, promoting the development of homegrown intellectual property and establishing KSA as a global gaming hub. As a Jr. Game Designer, you will join a dynamic team of talented individuals, including both global gaming experts and dedicated local professionals.

This role involves collaborating with the game team to design game mechanics, systems, rules, and features while working closely with the Lead Designer to fulfill the game vision.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Stay updated on the latest player trends and integrate them where applicable.
  • Create innovative gameplay, systems, mechanics, and experiences aligned with the game vision.
  • Independently manage various creative ideas.
  • Define Game Design Document (GDD) for various game systems and maintain documentation of all details, iterations, and changes.
  • Review game features to ensure they are enjoyable and adhere to the defined GDD.
  • Regularly play game updates to provide feedback and ensure quality control.
  • Incorporate user feedback and data into game design and feature sets.
  • Collaborate closely with artists, developers, and other team members.
  • Communicate and report to the Design Lead.

Qualifications and Key Skills:

  • 0-4 years of experience as a game designer.
  • Strong understanding of the mobile gaming landscape, market trends, and game mechanics.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clear documentation and feature specifications.
  • Familiarity with game metrics and analytics tools for informed design decisions.
  • Experience in prototyping and shipping games using Unity.
  • Extensive knowledge of game design principles and player motivation.
  • Passionate gamer with attention to detail and proactive problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment.
  • Proficiency in Excel (or any scripting language) for maintaining game design configurations.
  • A Bachelor's degree or College diploma in game design or an equivalent field is preferred.

Steer Studios looks forward to bringing groundbreaking gaming experiences to the world!

Work Conditions: On-site, Full-time
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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About Steer Studios

Steer Studios is an international game development studio headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Steer is on a mission to create groundbreaking gaming experiences for players from around the world. Part of Savvy Games Group, Steer is led by Chief Executive Officer, Yannick Theler, and a team of global and regional talent with decades of experience in the games sector.