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Social Systems Design Lead - SKATE

Full Circle is a new studio based in Vancouver, with team members around the globe, embracing a remote-working, geo-diverse team and culture. We are all about having fun, taking chances and making great games that people want to play with their friends. Working on the next evolution of Skate, we are set to deliver an experience that will embrace and build upon everything that makes this franchise so special.

Social Systems Game Design Lead - SKATE

This position is open to qualified individuals anywhere in the Americas where EA operates as an employer.

We are looking for an experienced Social Designer to join the Skate team as our Design Lead. This is an opportunity to join us in the early stages of development on a new entry in the Skate franchise. In this role you will help formalize the Social systems that will connect our players with one another, define a clear plan of action, and then guide the implementation through to completion. You will report to our Creative Director.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure that we create a safe environment for all players to have fun
• Analyze and identify outstanding social features and experiences in gaming
• Identify trends in social play and find new opportunities
• Embrace and advocate for the social needs and expectations of diverse audiences
• Explore ways of promoting positive social engagement and experiences within the game
• Determine a clear, forward-looking vision for the game's social features and requirements for moderation
• Design and guide the implementation of a cohesive and compelling suite of social features
• Ensure integration of social features with the broader game vision and feature set
• Work with partner groups to refine and expand features based on player telemetry and feedback

REQUIREMENTS

• A college diploma in Game Design, Project Management, or equivalent (undergraduate degree an asset)
• At least 5 years of experience in social game design or related experience
• In-depth experience with game engines, productivity software and familiarity with project management software (e.g. Jira)
• Comprehensive understanding of current market trends and consumer feedback with the ability to craft and implement creative ideas based on analytics, data, and research
• Deep familiarity with the fundamentals of user experience and playability testing.
• Critical thinking, curiosity, resourcefulness, and flexibility
• Passion for fostering an inclusive and diverse, 'team-first' culture based on fun

As a solution-oriented designer, you respond to opinions, analytics, and test results with suggestions for improvement. By leveraging player data and gathering feedback, you make informed choices to deliver an engaging overall experience.