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Associate Video Game Designer Jobs in California

Zwift

Senior Designer, Creative

Long Beach, CA · On-site +1

$70K - $110K/yr

Capture cinematic in-game imagery from the Zwift video game world for use across global marketing ... Experience designing for sport, gaming, or culturally relevant consumer brands. * Experience art ...

Intrepid Studios

Gameplay Programmer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$136K - $151K/yr

Work with game designers, artists, and other engineers to create compelling experiences * Break ... Passion and enthusiasm for video games * One or more shipped AAA multi-player titles preferred

Intrepid Studios

Gameplay Programmer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$136K - $151K/yr

Work with game designers, artists, and other engineers to create compelling experiences * Break ... Passion and enthusiasm for video games * One or more shipped AAA multi-player titles preferred

Ten4

Senior Gaming Animator

Redwood City, CA

$129K - $148K/yr

... video game shops. * Drive animation performance without pushing out of a believable and realistic style; your hand-keyed work will fit seamlessly with motion capture * Join forces with designers and ...

Ten4

Senior Gaming Animator

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$129K - $148K/yr

... video game shops. * Drive animation performance without pushing out of a believable and realistic style; your hand-keyed work will fit seamlessly with motion capture * Join forces with designers and ...

Cloud Chamber

Senior Combat Designer (AI archetype)

Novato, CA · On-site

$119K - $128K/yr

Shipped at least one AAA title as a designer responsible for AI combatants. * 5+ years professional experience in video game design. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Experience ...

Cloud Chamber

Senior Combat Designer (AI archetype)

Novato, CA · On-site

$119K - $128K/yr

Shipped at least one AAA title as a designer responsible for AI combatants. * 5+ years professional experience in video game design. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Experience ...

Cloud Chamber

Senior Level Designer

Novato, CA · On-site

$100K - $148K/yr

Shipped at least one AAA title as a designer. * 5+ years professional experience in video game design. * Self-motivated with an eye for solution-based problem solving. * Previous experience with ...

2K

Senior Level Designer

Novato, CA

$100K - $148K/yr

Shipped at least one AAA title as a designer. * 5+ years professional experience in video game design. * Self-motivated with an eye for solution-based problem solving. * Previous experience with ...

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What does an associate video game designer do?

An Associate Video Game Designer assists in creating the concepts, mechanics, and overall design of video games. They work under the guidance of senior designers to develop gameplay systems, write design documentation, and help balance game features. Their responsibilities may also include playtesting, implementing feedback, and collaborating with art, programming, and audio teams to bring the game vision to life. This entry-level role is ideal for those looking to start a career in game design and gain hands-on experience in the industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate video game designer?

To thrive as an Associate Video Game Designer, you need a solid understanding of game design principles, creative problem-solving skills, and often a degree in game design, computer science, or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard tools such as Unity or Unreal Engine, version control systems, and basic scripting languages is typically required. Strong collaboration, communication, and adaptability are crucial soft skills for contributing effectively within multidisciplinary teams. These skills ensure the ability to translate ideas into engaging gameplay experiences and work efficiently in the fast-paced, iterative environment of game development.

What is the difference between Associate Video Game Designer vs Junior Game Designer?

AspectAssociate Video Game DesignerJunior Game Designer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Game Design, Computer Science, or related field; some experience or internshipSimilar educational background; entry-level experience or internships preferred
Work EnvironmentCollaborative game development teams, often in studios or remote settingsSame as Associate role, typically in early career stages
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by game studios, publishers, and indie developersCommonly used in the same industry, often interchangeably with Associate roles

Both roles involve assisting in game design tasks, creating concepts, and collaborating with teams. The main difference is that an Associate Video Game Designer may have slightly more experience or responsibilities, while a Junior Game Designer is typically an entry-level position. Both roles serve as stepping stones toward more senior design positions in the game industry.

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Senior Designer, Creative

Zwift

Long Beach, CA • On-site, Remote

$70K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Partner with Copywriters and Marketing Managers to develop creative concepts for global marketing campaigns.

  • Create visual identities and develop concepts for social-first creative, product launches, in-game events, brand collaborations, experiential activations, retail, and digital experiences.

  • Collaborate with photographers, filmmakers, and producers to shape and produce visual content from concept through production.

Job description

Location: Remote- Eligible US Locations
About the role and about You:
At Zwift, our Creative team brings together Design, Copywriting, and Production to create work that grows our business and shapes our brand. From global advertising campaigns and major product launches to social content, retail experiences, and partnerships, we believe creativity is one of our biggest competitive advantages.
As a Senior Designer, you'll help define how Zwift shows up in the world. You'll partner closely with Copywriters to develop big ideas, create distinctive visual identities, and craft work that reaches millions of riders around the globe. One week you might be developing a campaign for a new feature launch, the next designing an experiential activation at the Tour de France or creating the visual language for a brand collaboration.
You're a designer, but you're also a thinker. You love solving creative problems, sweating the details, and bringing fresh perspectives to every brief. You're equally comfortable presenting ideas, directing a photoshoot, building a campaign system, or jumping into Figma to help bring a digital experience to life.
What you'll do:
  • Partner with Copywriters and Marketing Managers to develop bold, strategically grounded creative concepts for global marketing campaigns across Zwift's hardware and software businesses.
  • Create compelling visual identities that scale across product launches, in-game events, brand collaborations, experiential activations, retail, and digital experiences.
  • Develop concepts for engaging social-first creative across static, motion, and short-form video, helping oversee production to ensure ideas are executed to a high standard.
  • Collaborate with photographers, filmmakers, and producers to shape product photography, advertising campaigns, and video content from concept through production.
  • Help bring Zwift's campaigns to life across digital touchpoints by contributing Figma layouts for web, CRM, and in-game marketing assets, with a high level of craft and attention to detail.
  • Capture cinematic in-game imagery from the Zwift video game world for use across global marketing campaigns, product launches, and brand communications.

What we're looking for:
  • Around 5-7 years of experience in a creative agency or in-house brand team, with proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Figma, and a curiosity for exploring emerging AI-powered creative tools and workflows.
  • You're a creative thinker first, with a portfolio that demonstrates strong conceptual ideas, distinctive visual design, and exceptional craft.
  • You have a sharp eye for typography, composition, and visual systems, with the ability to build brand identities that work consistently across multiple channels.
  • You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with Copywriters, Marketing Managers and Producers to develop, present and refine creative ideas.
  • You're comfortable owning projects from concept through execution, balancing creative ambition with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • You're curious, adaptable, and eager to learn new skills, embracing opportunities to work across everything from social and experiential to digital, photography, and video.

Bonus points:
  • A passion for cycling, running, or fitness.
  • Experience designing for sport, gaming, or culturally relevant consumer brands.
  • Experience art directing photography or video productions.

If Zwift determines in any stage of our interviews that any AI tools are being used without disclosure or citation, your candidacy will be disqualified.
For All US Based Full-Time Positions:
The base salary for this position ranges between$70,500-$110,000. The base salary will be based on a number of factors including the role offered, the individual's job-related knowledge, skills, qualifications, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, Zwift is proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package for all eligible employees which also includes performance bonuses, equity, and a full range of medical, financial, and other perks and benefits.
How to stand out among the rest:
Your resume/CV is enough to show off your skills, accomplishments, and experience. However, if you choose to include a cover letter introducing us to your awesome personality, we will read that too.
We strongly believe that different backgrounds and ideas are a competitive advantage; we hire candidates of any race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital or family status, disability, Veteran status, and any other status. Zwift is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by emailing careers@zwift.com.
Zwift, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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