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Game Designer - League of Legends PC, Teamfight Tactics and VALORANT

Riot Games
Location
Los Angeles, USA
Posted
16 days ago
Department
Riot Game Studios
Salary
$88,200 - $123,500
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelors degree or 2+ years of prior professional experience
  • Regularly play League of Legends, Teamfight Tactics, or VALORANT with in-depth knowledge of the game
  • Desire to pursue a career in game design
  • Growth mindset and openness to feedback
  • Understanding and communication of customer/player needs
  • Ability to identify problems and generate appropriate solutions
Nice to have
  • Strong understanding of player motivations and ability to translate needs into design solutions
  • Familiarity with competitive gaming environments or esports communities
  • Experience working collaboratively on group projects or in team settings
What the job really is

As a Game Designer at Riot Games, you will focus on enhancing player experiences for League of Legends, Teamfight Tactics, and VALORANT. Your role involves collaborating with teams to design and implement gameplay features, analyzing game mechanics for improvements, and participating in playtests to gather feedback. This position is ideal for someone looking to build a career in game design, emphasizing creativity, problem-solving, and player empathy.

Benefits
  • Open paid time off policy
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Medical, dental, and life insurance
  • Parental leave for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and children
  • 401k with company match
Things to weigh
  • No previous professional design experience required, but candidates should have a strong analytical mindset
  • The role focuses on player empathy and creating exciting experiences, which may require a deep understanding of player motivations
  • Base salary range is specified, but no mention of specific incentives or equity details
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