Zynga is looking for an experienced Lead Designer to work a popular MMO game that runs on social networks. Qualified candidates will have experience on console and/or PC games and are fluent in game design practices and overall game development. This position is located in our Los Angeles office.
We make social games that are free and accessible for everyone to play!
Responsibilities:
Create or adapt leading game features to work with an existing game
Pitch new ideas to the team/ hold brainstorming sessions
Tune and model complex systems using Excel
Write copy, names, and narrative elements of game
Analyze real-time feedback and metrics, and adjust game designs accordingly
Work with product managers, developers and artists to oversee the implementation of new features and systems
Ability to describe user experience stories and create wireframe screens and flows
Remain up-to-date with Game Design literature and best practices to be an evangelist for the craft of Game Design
Required Skills:
Experience or knowledge of traditional board game, card game, or dice game design
Expert with math and formulas in game environment
Experience designing combat and/or system mechanics including player control, moves, and NPC/AI types and behaviors
Strong knowledge of game balancing and pacing
Management experience, preferably with an experienced design team
Adept with Excel/spreadsheets
Passionate gamer
2+ shipped games
Game programming background required
Zynga - 22 months ago
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