Game Director

29 Nov 2024 Our client is a world-renowned game studio recognized for creating unforgettable gaming experiences that resonate globally. They are embarking on an ambitious new journey: developing a ground-breaking life simulation IP.

To bring this vision to life, they are seeking an exceptional Game Director with significant experience working on games targetted toward women. If this is you, you'll lead the charge and help shape this transformative project.

As Game Director, you will be the creative and strategic driving force behind our life-sim IP, responsible for ensuring the game’s vision is executed with precision and innovation. You’ll work closely with the Lead Game Designer and Creative Director to deliver a deeply immersive, player-centric experience, and will report directly to the Head of Studio.

Your leadership will set the tone for the entire development team, inspiring creativity, fostering collaboration, and ensuring the project stays on course from concept to launch.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and Drive Vision: Lead the overall vision and direction of the game, ensuring it remains true to the life-sim genre while pushing creative boundaries.
• Team Leadership: Inspire and mentor cross-disciplinary teams, ensuring all departments align with the game’s vision and goals.
• Collaborative Development: Work closely with the Lead Game Designer, Creative Director, and production teams to balance gameplay innovation, narrative depth, and player engagement.
• Project Oversight: Oversee the game’s development lifecycle, from early prototyping to post-launch support, ensuring high-quality deliverables on time and within budget.
• Stakeholder Communication: Act as the primary liaison between the development team and senior leadership, providing clear and concise updates on project progress, risks, and opportunities.
• Market Awareness: Stay abreast of industry trends and player feedback to ensure the game remains competitive and appealing to its target audience.

Required Qualifications

• Proven Leadership Experience: 8+ years in game development with at least 3 years in a Game Director, Creative Director, or similar leadership role.
• Life-Simulation Expertise: Deep understanding and passion for the life-sim genre, with proven experience in delivering successful life-simulation or sandbox games.
• Visionary and Strategic Thinking: Ability to translate a high-level concept into a coherent, engaging, and innovative game experience.
• Collaborative Mindset: Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to inspire and motivate multidisciplinary teams.
• Player-Centric Approach: Keen understanding of player motivations and behavior, with a focus on delivering engaging, immersive experiences.
• Technical Awareness: Familiarity with modern game engines (e.g., Unity, Unreal Engine) and an understanding of game development pipelines and tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a global or multicultural studio environment.
• Previous experience with large-scale, high-budget game projects.
• Knowledge of emerging technologies and their application in life-simulation games.

What We Offer

• Global Relocation Support – Visa sponsorship and relocation assistance for the right candidate.
• Cutting-Edge Projects – Work on a high-profile, genre-defining game.
• Collaborative Culture – Join a world-class team passionate about delivering exceptional player experiences.
• Career Growth – Leadership opportunities in a forward-thinking, innovative studio.