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Senior Games Designer
Ubisoft
London, , United Kingdom
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Company Description
Future Games of London is an independent studio that designs, develops and publishes Smartphone and
Tablet games. Founded in September 2009, FGOL create wholly owned and original IP which by May 2017 had achieved over 470 million downloads worldwide following the success of Hungry Shark Evolution. The long-awaited Hungry Shark World, which was released May 2016 is already a smashing success with over 10 million downloads worldwide.
Job Description
Ubisoft FGOL is seeking for a highly creative and technical individual with proven experience in game design and direction. Remarkable communication and leadership skills are a must. Experience in Mobile and Tablet development is also essential.
Responsibilities:
• The ideal candidate must have a deep understanding of the design process and free to play business models and must be an enthusiastic, persuasive voice within the team.
• The role will be responsible for creating content which delights players, and designing and balancing economies to maximise game performance.
• Know the game inside out and ensure the very highest quality standards are being met.
• Study analytics to help decision making and to improve engagement, retention, and monetisation.
• Own the development and communication of game designs across the team.
• Be a hands-on member of the team, balancing and adjusting gameplay where necessary.
• Run play test and brainstorm sessions within the company to ensure it is high quality, playable and fun.
• Write, review and give feedback on game/feature design documents, builds, and plans.
• Mentor/coach junior members of the design team.
Key Requirements:
• Professional design experience on multiple, published mobile/f2p titles.
• Strong and up to date understanding of all aspects of free to play game design and development in mobile.
• Experience of data driven design and evolving games in terms of acquisition, monetisation and retention.
• Experience of the entire product life-cycle, from concepting/prototypes all the way through to driving improved results across frequent post launch updates
• Experience developing in a fast-paced, highly iterative and agile professional environment.
• Able to design virtual currencies and manage in-game economies.
• Proven ability to document and communicate complex design ideas.
• Ability to work in a small team with hands on involvement in production and development of the game.
• Exceptional leadership qualities, with ability to guide and inspire others.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
Experience:
• 5+ years in a designer role with at least 3 years spent designing free to play games.
• Proven track record of successful releases in the mobile sector.
• Expert knowledge of Unity & other relevant software.
Additional Information
BENEFITS:
FGOL offers its employees some great benefits in a friendly and creative working environment, which include:
• Flexible office hours
• 25 days of annual leave
• Company Christmas Day(s) off
• Pension plan
• Private healthcare
• Weekly football
• Monthly company breakfasts and team lunches
• Birthday Cakes
• Beer/Wine Fridays
• Modern, open plan office with terrace, pool table, table tennis, console room and swanky Coffee machines