[Remote] Content Designer, Unannounced Super Fun Video Game at Second Dinner

United States

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$135,000 – $175,000Compensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Video GamesIndustries

Requirements

Ability to design and generate endless, delightful content (e.g., characters, abilities, puzzles, bosses)
Capability to implement designs in-engine yourself (using Godot; willingness to learn quickly if not known)
Skill in tuning and balancing content for maximum fun
Ability to create mock-ups and documentation that clearly expresses ideas
Generalist skills: designing UX flows, pulling together assets, obsessing over wording (e.g., tooltips), and writing code
Understanding of how content and meta loops intertwine to create compelling player goals (e.g., like a Hero Collector)
Comfort wielding latest technology to move quickly
Ability to collaborate with IP partners to create authentic, delightful content
Experience working with talented teams to make great games

Responsibilities

Design awesome content like missions, stories, items, heroes, or abilities
Implement your designs in-engine (no handoffs; hands-on generalist role)
Tune and balance content for maximum fun
Create mock-ups and documentation to excite and inspire the team
Collaborate with world-class IP partner to ensure authenticity and delight

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Content DesignGodotGame DesignBalancingImplementationMissionsStoriesItemsHeroesAbilitiesPuzzlesBossesMock-upsDocumentation

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for this Content Designer position?

The salary range is $135K - $175K.

Is this role remote, and are there any location requirements?

The position is fully remote throughout the United States.

What skills and experience are required for this Content Designer role?

Candidates need to be generalists who can design and implement content in-engine using Godot (learnable quickly), create endless delightful content like characters and abilities, tune and balance for fun, and collaborate with teams and IP partners.

What is the company culture like at Second Dinner?

The team consists of uber-talented people with diverse perspectives, working in a fully remote environment on exciting games, valuing those who bring new ideas and make a huge impact in a small team of ~20 people.

What makes a strong candidate for this Content Designer role?

A perfect candidate is a generalist who designs and implements their own ideas in-engine, understands content and meta loops like in hero collectors, loves working with talented people, and can wield technology to move fast.

Second Dinner

Develops engaging mobile games and experiences

About Second Dinner

Second Dinner develops engaging mobile games aimed at providing immersive experiences for players. Their games generate revenue through in-app purchases, advertisements, and premium sales. The studio is distinguished by its small, agile team that allows for quick development cycles and adaptability to market trends. They prioritize diversity in their hiring process, believing that varied perspectives enhance game development. With financial stability, Second Dinner focuses on creating high-quality games without the pressure of seeking additional funding, fostering a collaborative environment where team members feel a sense of ownership.

Tustin, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2018Year Founded

$126.5MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

GamingIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Company Match

16 weeks paid parental leave

Home Office Stipend

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Mental Health Support

Risks

Dependence on Marvel Snap's success could limit diversification.

Potential over-reliance on the Godot engine may hinder flexibility.

High competition for top talent poses recruitment challenges.

Differentiation

Second Dinner specializes in creating deep, engaging mobile games with immersive experiences.

The company emphasizes diversity, leading to innovative and varied game development.

Second Dinner's agile team allows for rapid development and market adaptability.

Upsides

Second Dinner secured $100M in Series B funding, ensuring financial stability.

The partnership with W4 Games enhances Second Dinner's capabilities with the Godot engine.

Increased interest in cross-platform play boosts user engagement and retention.

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