MULTIPLAYER DESIGNER Trion Worlds
Trion Worlds is seeking a Multiplayer Designer to design, implement, and balance competitive multiplayer game mechanics and content for Defiance?, our multi-platform shooter MMO being developed in collaboration with Syfy. The ideal candidate combines proven experience as a multiplayer game designer with a strong passion for team-based shooters. We need someone to be the champion for the competitive multiplayer component of our game.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Design team-based competitive multiplayer game modes
Design scoring, progression, and reward systems for multiplayer
Collaborate with other designers to balance weapons, abilities, and upgrades
Guide the interface team in designing multiplayer UI flow, screens, and HUD elements
Work closely with programmers and artists to implement and iterate on multiplayer mechanics
Provide guidance and feedback to multiplayer map designers
Lead internal multiplayer playtests, analyzing post-match feedback and metrics
Work with other designers to ensure that core mechanics are fun and consistent across all game modes
Write and maintain professional design documentation
REQUIREMENTS
3+ years of experience as a game designer, with at least one shipped title
Demonstrated ability to design compelling team-based competitive multiplayer game modes
Experience designing multiplayer progression and reward systems
Proven ability to playtest, iterate, and balance multiplayer gameplay
Willingness to collaborate closely with programmers, artists, and other designers
Strong ability to work independently when necessary, planning and prioritizing tasks with minimal supervision
Experience with developer tools such as databases, spreadsheets, and level editors
Passionate player of team-based competitive multiplayer shooters
Strong knowledge of industry competition and current consumer expectations
PLUSES
Experience building multiplayer maps in a 3D level editor
Experience playing MMOs, especially player-versus-player modes
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SAN DIEGO, CA
United States
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