Game Director

Mob Entertainment

. Own the overall creative and gameplay vision of a new game .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $148,000 - $257,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading game design and development teams, translating creative visions into cohesive gameplay experiences while ensuring quality and collaboration across departments. Proficient in project management and communication, with a strong understanding of game systems and market trends.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Game Design LeadershipUnreal Engine KnowledgeProject Management Software (Jira)Cross-Departmental CommunicationMentorship and Guidance

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Hard Skills

Game DesignGameplay SystemsPrototypingLevel DesignQuality Assurance

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsPresentation SkillsCollaborationInnovative Thinking

Tools & Technologies

JiraPowerPointPhotoshopGoogle Slides

Industry Keywords

Video Game IndustryCreative VisionGameplay ProgressionGame QualityMarket Understanding

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Unreal Engine

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the overall creative and gameplay vision of a new game
Ensure game systems and design elements work cohesively to deliver the intended player experience
Lead a small development team and partner with the VP/General Manager of Games and CCO
Translate strategic creative and artistic objectives into the game
Oversee gameplay progression, pacing, balance, and overall quality
Work with the VP, General Manager of Games, and CCO to ensure game design, art, and story meet the established vision
Define project methods and inform all teams
Communicate quality and content expectations to the design team
Translate game design and gameplay elements for Level Design and Engineering implementation
Harmonize design across departments and manage Jira requests for Engineering, Art, Sound, and FX
Collaborate with Art, Engineering, and Production to ensure smooth operations
Report regularly to the VP of Games and upper management on project status
Analyze game aspects and objectives and communicate them to creative teams
Develop and implement the global vision and creative foundations for the game
Develop the game's creative vision in line with the product vision
Participate in proposal development and brainstorming
Participate in project follow-up meetings during pre-production, production, and live phases
Write clear documentation, including required visual references

Requirements

What you’ll need

4+ years of leadership experience in the video game industry (or other relevant experience)
10+ years of design experience in a lead or management role
Knowledge of Unreal and its limitations
Knowledge of prototyping game ideas and working in a small team to bring ideas to life
Familiarity with project management software (e.g. Jira)
Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and presentation skills
Effective cross-departmental communication with programming, art, design, marketing, and other disciplines
Highly collaborative and innovative spirit
Ability to consider technical and production feasibility when developing concepts
Motivation to mentor and guide the next generation of creatives
Autonomy in using presentation and design tools such as PowerPoint, Photoshop, and Google Slides
Solid understanding of the market and passion for video games
CV highlighting education, experience, skills, and games shipped

Benefits

Comp & perks

Profit sharing
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
FSA/HSA
Paid time off
Sick time
Holidays
Parental leave