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Manager, Game Designer- Lucasfilm

Disney Experiences

San Francisco, CA
1 day ago
$136,800 - $183,400

Job Description

Join Disney Experiences as a Manager, Game Designer for Lucasfilm, where you will lead a creative team in developing engaging games inspired by iconic franchises. Your expertise in game design and passion for storytelling will help shape the next generation of Lucasfilm Games while collaborating with top global developers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as the internal design stakeholder and team expert
  • Define and strengthen design pillars
  • Collaborate with story teams to ensure narrative authenticity
  • Drive quality across assigned products
  • Maintain familiarity with current game industry trends
  • Collaborate with partners to create authentic gameplay experiences
  • Advocate for development teams and franchise partners
  • Develop strong relationships across business groups
  • Create and maintain design documentation
  • Align game design vision with internal and external partners

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 across a broad design skillset
  • Background in quality gameplay experiences across various genres
  • Familiarity with 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
  • Passion for gaming and industry trends
  • Obsession with Lucasfilm brands
  • Experience growing and mentoring designers

Benefits & Perks

Health and savings benefitsEducational opportunitiesSpecial perks offered by Disney