Game Design SME – Visual, Systems

RevStar

. Audit existing game assets, UI systems, and visual layouts to architect reusable, modular graphics templates .

Posted 9/18/2026contractRemote • Arizona • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in game design with a focus on visual design systems, UI/UX standards, and modular graphics templates. Proven ability to translate complex concepts into clear visual communication while collaborating effectively with engineering and art teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Game Design ExperienceVisual Design SystemsUI/UX StandardsGraphic Asset PipelinesUser-Centric Design Principles

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Hard Skills

Visual DesignModular Graphics TemplatesGameplay LoopsProgression FrameworksVisual Feedback LoopsAsset SpecificationsTechnical Configuration ParametersAesthetic AuditsUsability AssessmentsDocumentation Production

Soft Skills

AutonomyCollaborationTechnical Direction

Industry Keywords

Game AssetsUI SystemsVisual LayoutsContent PipelineVisual Communication FrameworksClient ScopingCustom Configuration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Audit existing game assets, UI systems, and visual layouts to architect reusable, modular graphics templates
Abstract visual components and core gameplay mechanics into configurable parameters for non-technical content creators
Consult with engineering and art teams to define specifications for scalable asset and content pipeline tooling
Architect intuitive gameplay loops, progression frameworks, visual feedback loops, and reward structures for interactive modules
Establish and document UI/UX standards, visual design patterns, and aesthetic consistency benchmarks across game templates
Translate complex subject matter into clear visual communication frameworks
Act as the Subject Matter Expert for game design and visual layout during client scoping and custom configuration reviews
Execute iterative visual design reviews, aesthetic audits, and usability assessments
Produce documentation including style guides, asset specifications, and technical configuration parameters

Requirements

What you’ll need

4+ years of professional game design experience, specializing in visual design systems, UI/UX, or graphics template evolution (over pure standalone indie development)
Demonstrated history of architecting or modularizing visual game assets, level templates, or UI framework systems
Deep technical expertise in visual communication, graphic asset pipelines, integration workflows, and user-centric design principles
Ability to work with complete autonomy, providing high-level technical direction and self-directed execution in a collaborative environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Independent Contractor (Form 1099-NEC)
Hourly rate, commensurate with experience