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Manager, Game Designer- Lucasfilm

Disney Experiences

San Francisco, CA
2 days ago
$136,800 - $183,400

Job Description

Join Disney Experiences as a Manager, Game Designer for Lucasfilm, leading a talented team to create engaging games. Utilize your expertise in game design and passion for Lucasfilm to ensure each project meets the highest creative standards and resonates with fans.

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as the internal design stakeholder and team expert
  • Assist in defining and strengthening design pillars
  • Collaborate with the story team and provide feedback on narrative elements
  • Drive quality across all assigned products
  • Maintain familiarity with current game and industry trends
  • Balance a workload of diverse projects
  • Collaborate with partners to create authentic gameplay experiences
  • Advocate for development teams and franchise partners
  • Develop strong relationships with key business groups
  • Contribute to game vision and production strategy

Required Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in game design for mobile/console/PC/online
  • 3+ years of experience leading and managing a team
  • Has shipped multiple mobile, console, and/or PC games with live operations components
  • Expertise in game design with proficiency in systems and narrative design
  • Familiarity with assessing and editing design and narrative documentation
  • Experience in driving game design and narrative conversations
  • Experience in collaborating and providing feedback to external teams
  • Exceptional time management skills
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Ability to travel and a valid passport
  • Avid passion for gaming and industry trends
  • Obsessed with Lucasfilm brands, including Star Wars and Indiana Jones
  • Experience managing and mentoring designers

Benefits & Perks

Health benefitsSavings benefitsEducational opportunitiesSpecial perks from Disney