Design Director

• Partnering with the Game Director, Gameplay Director, and leadership team to define and drive the overall multiplayer vision for an unannounced AAA project
• Leading the multiplayer team in creating engaging gameplay systems, missions, and player experiences
• Owning multiplayer design from ideation and prototyping through to final, best-in-class implementation
• Building and developing the multiplayer design team-hiring, mentoring, and supporting gameplay and systems designers
• Collaborating closely with Engineering to develop tools supporting multiplayer implementation, including AI, RPG systems, encounter editors, and open-world event tools
• Creating clear design documentation such as one-pagers, content briefs, and system outlines to communicate gameplay vision effectively
• Leveraging technical expertise to implement gameplay systems using proprietary tools
• Collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams, ensuring partners are informed and aligned throughout development
• Providing regular feedback across multiplayer features and contributing to the overall game experience
• Overseeing multiplayer development throughout the project lifecycle
• Staying current with industry trends, emerging genres, and evolving game design practices

• Proven experience shipping AAA titles in lead design roles
• Proven experience leading multiplayer design teams and development
• Ability to communicate design vision and to align vision within the team
• Experience with versatile game development tools
• Extensive player experience with games
• Extraordinary self-motivation and initiative, and a positive attitude in the face of challenges
• Advanced communication skills

Experience working with various development engines