Game Design Craft Manager – AAA Games – Malmo, Sweden

One Player Missions client is looking for a Game Design Craft Manager to join their Design team in Malmo, Sweden. They have a culture of curiosity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

The successful candidate will work closely with various teams, utilising their extensive experience in game design and management to mentor and develop a strong team of designers. This role is crucial for driving the success of the team’s project deliveries and translating company strategies into actionable goals.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Extensive experience in leading high-performing teams and managing complex projects.
• Excellent insight into the role of a support organisation in accelerating progress towards business goals.
• Ability to provide consistent leadership in challenging situations.
• Background in the video game industry or similar creative fields.
• Skilled in building teams and leaders, particularly in distributed and global contexts.
• Passion for implementing processes and structures while fostering creativity.
• Soft skills: curiosity, excellent communication, collaboration, openness to change, humility.
• Excellent verbal and written English
• Experience in live service projects is a plus.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coach and mentor designers using hands-on experience from various complex projects.
• Collaborate with other leaders to set short and long-term strategies aligned with the company’s vision.
• Define roles and responsibilities within the game design craft.
• Drive improvement and innovation within your craft and craft organisation together with other managers within the studio.
• Lead craft staffing, recruitment, and plan for employee growth.
• Foster knowledge sharing and educational opportunities within the craft.
• Serve as a role model in aligning with the studio’s values and culture.

BENEFITS:

• Complete relocation support including VISA
• Competitive compensation package
• Free games!
• Health care allowance
• Pension Scheme
• Company wide social events!

Interested in finding out more about the studio and project? Apply now or call me directly today on +44 (0) 1206 214427!