Game Designer
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£54,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
Our predicted code SOC 2134 (69% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £54,700, and Lighthouse Games is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the published rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
About the role
Lighthouse Games is a new AAA studio in Leamington Spa. We are defined by our pedigree of talent, and serious ambition to build a new best-in-class game. When you join us at Lighthouse, you will be able to create the best work of your career, in an environment that feels truly collaborative. You will learn from the best, and work along side the future greats of the gaming industry.
Work within a talented design team, to create innovative feature, gameplay and system designs, both written and technical, to the highest possible standards. Be an effective communicator to make sure that designs can be translated from written/technical prototypes, into fully implemented features.
Key Duties
- Work within a talented, multi-discipline design team and produce detailed feature and system designs to the highest possible quality
- Maintain and iterate on those designs, based upon feedback and the changing nature of the production process
- Utilise in-engine tools to produce gameplay examples and concepts
- Be pro-active in developing good lines of communication with team members responsible for the implementation of features and systems
- Experience in a design role working on a previously AAA-published game
- Previous experience in the creation of feature and systems design documentation and prototype specifications
- A solid understanding of gameplay systems and principles
- High level of knowledge of the current games market and a real passion for games
- Effective and comfortable communicator
- 25 Days Holiday, plus 1 day for your birthday
- Studio Shutdown between Christmas and New Year
- Bonus Scheme
- Private Pension Scheme
- Private Healthcare
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Lighthouse Games, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Lighthouse Games holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2134 going rate of £54,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.