Lead Hero Designer
Vela Games, Ireland
Job Description
Vela Games is Looking for a Talented Lead Hero Designer to help build our New Multiplayer Game.
At Vela we love games of every type, but we know that multiplayer, when done well, has a special ability to bring people together. Unforgettable moments are created through the power of playing together. It allows players to keep in touch with old friends regardless of distance, and to forge new friendships that will last lifetimes. Vela was created with these moments in mind, and our focus every day is thinking about how we can create impactful gaming experiences that inspire gamers around the world to play and win collectively.
We’re looking for someone who wants to be part of the core foundation of Vela Games; someone who is passionate about being part of an early tight-knit team laser-focused on creating a game from the ground up. This person is a design expert, who will not only help us implement characters, but who will also have opportunities to contribute to design and architect our core character systems. This person loves playing games as much as making games and understands the nuances of building games from a player perspective.
If this sounds like you, please apply, we would love to speak with you !
What You Will Do:
- Drive the gameplay vision for the roster of heroes in Project-V.
- Own the hero balance to facilitate an exciting and engaging experience.
- Developing new heroes, setting the implementation standards of hero development, and working with all teams to bring up characters to shipping quality.
- Be a stakeholder in additional systems that support heroes from itemization to meta progression systems.
Requirements:
- 4+ years of experience in Game Design role; experience as a game design owner of a large project.
- Previous management experience; mentorship of other team members and guiding them through challenging situations such as giving and receiving feedback.
- Experience challenging systematic change to a design team’s structure to improve output.
- Clear communication skills in discussing complex and nuanced design topics.
Bonus Points:
- Worked on a MoBA title as a developer and deeply understand the principles that apply.
- Strong understanding of what makes strong PvE characters and combat scenarios.
At Vela Games we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected amp; valued. We continue to create a culture where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive in a fully inclusive environment. Diversity amp; Inclusion is embedded in everything we do and we are dedicated to creating a unique and welcoming environment to all who apply and ultimately join our team!