Senior Game Designer [f/m]

YAGER · Aug 2011

[FONT=&quot]YAGER is an independent developer of computer and video games based in Berlin, Germany. We are specialized in the creation of AAA, multi-platform action experiences, for a global audience. Attention to detail is a hallmark of our development; from refining game play to the point of excellence, to instilling both the stories and the environments with enough depth and detail to set our products apart.[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]We are an English speaking studio with more than 100 people from 15 different countries. This rich mix of individual skills, backgrounds, and perspectives creates an open-minded and collaborative atmosphere vital to the success of our productions.[/FONT]

[FONT=&quot]Senior Game Designer [f/m][/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]YAGER seeks the talents of a passionate Game Designer to join our team working on multi-platform next-generation action titles.[/FONT]

[FONT=&quot]Key Responsibilities[/FONT]

[FONT=&quot]Plays a key, collaborative role to turn an original concept into a detailed set of usable mechanics, interactions and rules for AAA single-player and multiplayer action games[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Forms a clear vision of how the various game systems interact with each other, and then drills down into each sub-system for detailed design work[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Collaborates with other disciplines to design, prototype, implement and tune game mechanics[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Actively solicits feedback to continuously improve his designs[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Proactively anticipates problem areas and looks for preventative solutions[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Is meticulous at documenting his work, meeting deadlines and managing tasks effectively[/FONT]

[FONT=&quot]Qualifications[/FONT]

[FONT=&quot]4+ years experience as a game systems designer working in the industry; track record of shipped titles as a designer[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Excellent analytical and problem solving skills; excellent ability to judge details vs. the big picture[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Highly knowledgeable in various aspects of design including some of the following: [/FONT]
- [FONT=&quot]Design, prototyping and tuning of complex parameter systems like in Multiplayer, RPG or RTS games, such as character development trees, tech trees, virtual economies [/FONT]
- [FONT=&quot]Design, prototyping and tuning of weapons, combat or AI systems[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Highly creative and able to rapidly concept solutions to design challenges[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Excellent communication and documentation skills. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing; with design as well as with other disciplines (engineering, QA, ..)[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Team player; ability to take and apply direction; ability to constructively take feedback on work and provide valuable feedback to others[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Commitment to AAA quality[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Passionate about videogames and videogame design[/FONT]

[FONT=&quot]Desirable skills[/FONT]

[FONT=&quot]Previous experience working on FPS or 3rd person action titles, as well as other genres[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]A plus would be a candidate that is also familiar with cross platform games and associated business models, e.g. in-game items unlocked via micro-transactions in browser-based derivative game[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Experience working with the Unreal Engine is a plus[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]Skilled at using lo-fidelity tools (spreadsheets, paper) to prototype and tune systems before they get implemented in-game[/FONT]

[FONT=&quot]Join Our Team![/FONT] [FONT=&quot]
Please send your application (letter of application, C.V., digital working samples, references max. 10MB) along with salary and availability details to the attention of our HR Department to jobs@yager.de. Please be sure to reference [/FONT][FONT=&quot]"Senior Game Designer (f/m)" [/FONT][FONT=&quot]in the subject line of your email.[/FONT]