Director, Game Design Job at LNW Gaming, Inc.(KAC) in Las Vegas

Welcome to the world of land-based gaming. At Light & Wonder, it’s all about the games, and our Gaming team builds cutting-edge technology, products, and content for the most iconic casinos and operators across the globe.

Position Summary Bring our games to life by leading the creation of exciting new concepts that drive slot game play. The Director, Game Design role is a key leadership position that guides a studio through the full game design and development process—all with the goal of providing the best gaming experience for the slot player.

Job Responsibilities

Primary

• Manage and lead a team of artists, animators, and engineers through the entire game development lifecycle, from concept and prototyping to production and launch
• Lead the game design of land-based slot machines, including defining the game theme, game mechanic, and style of play
• Create original game designs, as well as games based on existing Light & Wonder brands, current market trends, and / or stakeholder requirements
• Own the development of your game throughout the development process, establishing and maintaining best practices, processes, and workflows to ensure efficiency and quality
• Develop and maintain a positive, collaborative, high-performance culture that encourages innovation, creativity, and accountability
• Mentor and coach team members to foster their professional growth and development
• Work closely with other departments, including QA, PMO, Product Management, Marketing, and Sales to define requirements, identify and mitigate risks, and ensure successful game launches and post-launch support

Secondary

Qualifications Experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Education

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About Us Light & Wonder, Inc. is the leading cross-platform global games company. Through our three unique, yet highly complementary businesses, we deliverunforgettable experiences by combining the exceptional talents of our 7,000+ member team, with a deep understanding of our customers and players.We create immersive content that forges lasting connections with players, wherever they choose to engage. At Light & Wonder, it’s all about the games. The Company is committed to the highest standards of integrity, from promoting player responsibility to implementing sustainable practices.

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