Design Manager - Remote

Overview

As a Design Manager at Gardens Interactive, you will lead a multispecialty team of game designers and partner with the CCO to bring the design vision to life for an online multiplayer game.

In Short

• Support and guide designers through one-on-ones and design reviews.
• Collaborate with creative leadership and production.
• Define priorities and maintain sustainable production practices.
• Review gameplay features for player experience.
• Represent the design team in cross-disciplinary discussions.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team of designers.
• Establish design goals and best practices.
• Provide mentorship and performance feedback.
• Oversee design pipeline and timely delivery of objectives.
• Advocate for a healthy and inclusive team culture.

Requirements

• Experience managing and mentoring game designers.
• Understanding of game design principles and development processes.
• Expertise in at least one design discipline.
• Experience shipping games on PC or console.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and pay transparency.
• Stock options.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance and disability benefits.
• 401k contributions (USA) / RRSP plan (Canada).
• Paid parental leave.
• Biannual company retreats.
• Continued education allowance.
• Fully-distributed studio across North American timezones.