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Senior Game Designer [f/m] job

Posted: August 30, 2011
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YAGER Development GmbH is looking for Senior Game Designer [f/m]

Starting Date: asap

Job details: 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.
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.

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

Key Responsibilities
• 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
• 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
• Collaborates with other disciplines to design, prototype, implement and tune game mechanics
• Actively solicits feedback to continuously improve his designs
• Proactively anticipates problem areas and looks for preventative solutions
• Is meticulous at documenting his work, meeting deadlines and managing tasks effectively

Qualifications
• 4+ years experience as a game systems designer working in the industry; track record of shipped titles as a designer
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills; excellent ability to judge details vs. the big picture
• Highly knowledgeable in various aspects of design including some of the following:
o Design, prototyping and tuning of complex parameter systems like in Multiplayer, RPG or RTS games, such as character development trees, tech trees, virtual economies
o Design, prototyping and tuning of weapons, combat or AI systems
• Highly creative and able to rapidly concept solutions to design challenges
• 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, ..)
• Team player; ability to take and apply direction; ability to constructively take feedback on work and provide valuable feedback to others
• Commitment to AAA quality
• Passionate about videogames and videogame design

Desirable skills
• Previous experience working on FPS or 3rd person action titles, as well as other genres
• 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
• Experience working with the Unreal Engine is a plus
• Skilled at using lo-fidelity tools (spreadsheets, paper) to prototype and tune systems before they get implemented in-game

Join Our Team!
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 \"Senior Game Designer (f/m)\" in the subject line of your email.

Location: BERLIN
Berlin is the creative heart of Europe, affording a quality of life and life experiences unmatched on the continent. Not only is it the capital of the German republic, it is a thriving metropolis rich in history, architecture and culture. It is home to a vibrant nightlife, and the cost of living is the lowest in Europe for a city of its size. Berlin is an excellent launch point to any destination in Europe and is known for its first-rate public transportation system, which puts the entire city just a short transit ride away.

YAGER is housed in a 1500m2 loft on the banks of the river Spree in the heart of Berlin-Kreuzberg, one of the most energetic and culturally rich neighborhoods in Berlin. Numerous affordable and eclectic restaurants and shops are all located within a short walk from the office.

Contact info:
email - jobs@yager.de
address - Pfuelstr. 5, 10997 Berlin, Germany
web site - www.yager.de
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