Senior Game Designer
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Arrow International is the world’s #1 maker of charitable gaming products, from pull tabs and bingo paper to cutting-edge electronic gaming systems. Our products power entertainment in social and gaming venues around the globe, and we’re growing fast!
We're building a winning culture that’s all about teamwork, passion, and innovation. At Arrow, you’re not just another employee, you’re part of a high-performing team that’s redefining fun and giving back to communities. We believe in rewarding your hard work with profit-sharing, 401(k) matching, great benefits, and paid time off, including a bonus week every July!
If you're looking for a career that’s exciting, meaningful, and full of opportunity, Arrow is the place to be.
Position Summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic Game Designer based at our Chicago studio. You will create compelling prize-first ‘slot-like’ concepts working with all game-design disciplines to develop your concept to a finished product including math, programming, audio, production, and visual arts. Utilizing exceptional communication skills and your wealth of experience, you will craft exceptional gaming experiences to deliver premier gaming content for Arrow markets.
Salary range commensurate with experience. This role provides competitive benefits including an annual performance bonus, profit sharing program, and a 401K with company match.
The Targeted Pay Range for this role is $90 - $150,000.
Primary Roles and Responsibilities
- Design compelling ‘slot-style’ games from concept to completion.
- Provide game-design expertise working with the team to clearly define all aspects of the game that impact the end-user, including math, game play, interface, animation, sound, art style.
- Work within project schedules and milestones.
- Set goals and shepherd team to success.
- Promote teamwork in an environment where individuals are spread out across the United States.
- Work with the Producer to identify roadblocks, project risks and proactively find solutions.
- Conduct strategic market and data analysis for competitive game design.
Skills, Interests and Qualities
- Able to work with team to align priorities and drive towards solutions, a true team player
- Passion to create fun games with an engaging player experience.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Motivate and provide support to the game team, always contributing to a positive work environment.
- Understanding of game math and probability principles.
- Understanding of player psychology, slot game mechanics, gambling principles