Typical Tasks
Balance and adjust gameplay experiences to ensure the critical and commercial success of the product.
Collaborate with artists to achieve appropriate visual style.
Conduct regular design reviews throughout the game development process.
Consult with multiple stakeholders to define requirements and implement online features.
Create and manage documentation, production schedules, prototyping goals, and communication plans in collaboration with production staff.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Artistic
Conceptual, Creative Work
Investigative
Studying, Research based work
Enterprising
Business based Work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Adaptability/Flexibility
Cooperation
Attention to Detail
Initiative
Achievement/Effort
Persistence
What key skills are needed for this job?
Programming
Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Reading Comprehension
Complex Problem Solving
Judgment and Decision Making
Expected Knowledge
Design
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Communications and Media
Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
Common Activities
Thinking Creatively
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Working with Computers
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.