Senior Creative Director, Game Design
We are seeking an experienced Senior Creative Director to lead the creative vision for Star Trek Fleet Command. This role will be responsible for developing and articulating the game's direction, aligning it with the overall strategy and player needs.
About Us
At Scopely, we care deeply about what we do and want to inspire play, every day. We are a global team of game lovers who are developing, publishing and innovating the mobile games industry, connecting millions of people around the world daily.
Job Description
* Creative Vision: Develop and articulate the creative direction for Star Trek Fleet Command, aligning it with the game's overall strategy and player needs.
* Gameplay Innovation: Lead all aspects of the design and balance of core gameplay loops and new features, ensuring they are fun, immersive, and aligned with high-level product goals.
* Leadership: Guide, support, and motivate a dedicated team of designers, cultivating a collaborative, innovative, and goal-oriented environment.
* Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with project leads across Art, Engineering, Product, and Production to deliver a cohesive and engaging player experience.
* Live Operations: Collaborate with the live operations team to ensure ongoing player engagement and retention through inventive content and feature updates.
* Player-Centric Design: Apply player insights and behavioural data to iterate and refine the game experience, ensuring it meets the expectations of a diverse, global player base.
* Commercially Aware Design: Balance the requirements of the service as a business with crafting a truly compelling game experience.
* Documentation: Own the creation and maintenance of detailed game design materials to ensure effective communication of ideas across departments.
* Industry Trends: Stay abreast of industry trends, integrating innovative practices and technologies into the game's development.
Requirements
* Experience: 10+ years in the games industry, with substantial experience in leading creative efforts for mobile, multiplayer, and live-service games.
* Leadership Skills: Proven ability to build, lead, and mentor creative teams, driving a culture of innovation and collaboration.
* Design Expertise: Strong understanding of gameplay mechanics, player engagement, and behavioural economics, particularly within the F2P mobile game space. Experience in 4X titles and complex Economies is highly desirable.
* Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate creative concepts clearly and effectively.
* Collaborative Approach: Ability to work with cross-functional teams to achieve shared goals.
About Us
Scopely is a global company that develops, publishes, and innovates the mobile games industry, connecting millions of people around the world daily.