Game Director

Kimaru

$120K — $150K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Consumer Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years in game development focusing on mobile free-to-play.
  • Proven history as Game Director, Creative Director, or Lead Designer.
  • Expertise in game economy design and monetization strategies.
  • Ability to analyze data and apply insights to game design.
  • Strong leadership skills and commitment to mentoring teams.
  • Experience with live operations and content delivery.

Responsibilities

  • Define and drive the game vision with studio leadership.
  • Lead and mentor a cross-functional team of designers and developers.
  • Guide game system evolution using player feedback and market analysis.
  • Manage the game economy and retention systems for sustained player engagement.
  • Set creative priorities balancing innovation and business goals.
  • Collaborate with marketing and UA teams to enhance player growth.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for creative leadership in an evolving game project.
  • Collaborative environment with cross-functional teams.
  • Chance to shape a game already gaining traction in the market.
Full Job Description
Role Summary:

We're looking for a visionary Game Director with a deep understanding of mobile game design. This is a great opportunity to step into a leadership role where your creative direction, design instincts, and team leadership will shape a game already gaining traction in the market.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Define and drive the game vision in partnership with studio leadership, ensuring alignment across design, art, engineering, and production.
  • Lead and mentor a cross-functional team of designers and developers.
  • Guide the evolution of game systems, mechanics, and content based on user data, player feedback, and market trends.
  • Own the overall game economy, retention systems, and progression loops to ensure long-term engagement.
  • Set creative priorities and make high-level product decisions that balance innovation, fun, and business outcomes.
  • Collaborate with product, marketing, and UA teams to support live operations and player growth.
What We're Looking For:
  • 8+ years of experience in game development, with a focus on mobile free-to-play.
  • Proven track record in a Game Director, Creative Director, or Lead Designer role on successful mobile games.
  • Strong grasp of game economy design, monetization strategies, and player lifecycle management.
  • Data-informed mindset: ability to interpret analytics and translate insights into design decisions.
  • Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with a passion for mentoring creative teams.
  • Experience with live ops, content pipelines, and feature roadmapping.

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