Lead Designer - Remote

Overview

Insomniac Games is looking for a Lead Designer. In this role, the Lead Designer is responsible for leading a team of designers to execute on a single project or area of focus. With the Design Manager, responsible for the well-being of team members and performing high quality people management, while providing a critical component of the studio's mission to create games that have a positive and lasting impact on people's lives by helping foster an environment of craft excellence, collaboration, and positivity.

In Short

• Supervises direct reports on Design team and participates in strategy and decision making as a member of the department's leadership group.
• Meets regularly with team members to offer guidance, provide constructive feedback, conduct performance assessments, facilitate the team’s best work, and ensure adherence to best practices.
• Assists Director of Design Management with project staffing, hiring, and onboarding.
• Evaluates team members’ goals and objectives and ensures that department goals are being met.
• Manages career growth and development of direct reports, along with Design Manager.
• Facilitates team training via internal and external sources as well as providing mentoring on an individual basis.
• Collaborates with Department Head and Leads to develop, refine, and document best practices.
• Regularly plays game/s in development and reviews content to provide feedback and help identify opportunities for craft development.
• Builds and maintains relationships with peers and other senior leaders to align project and departmental priorities.
• Advocates for studio cultural values and fosters an environment of craft excellence, collaboration, and inclusion.

Requirements

• Dedication towards individuals and team growth.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in and contribute to a collaborative environment.
• Must be flexible with schedule changes and shifting timetables.
• Needs to be able to work independently and efficiently.
• Ability to multitask several time intensive tasks at once.
• Must be willing to put the needs of the team first, especially when team members require guidance and mentoring.

Benefits

• Eligible for SIE’s top-tier benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and matching 401(k).
• Paid time off and wellness program.
• Coveted employee discounts for Sony products.
• Potential eligibility for a bonus package.