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Valicy

Game Designer

Greenville, NC · On-site

$148K/yr

The Game Designer is responsible for creating and refining game concepts, mechanics, and player experiences for land-based gaming products, leveraging AI and emerging tools throughout the design ...

Akima, LLC

Part Time Unity Game Designer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$152K/yr

Pinnacle Solutions is looking for a passionate and motivated Game Designer to join our virtual ... Based in, or around Huntsville, AL. Desired Qualification: * Experience in AR/VR development.

Akima, LLC

Part Time Unreal Game Designer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$152K/yr

Pinnacle Solutions is looking for a passionate and motivated Game Designer to join our virtual ... Based in, or around Huntsville, AL. Desired Qualification: * Experience in AR/VR development.

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level home based game designer in the United States is $149,118.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $155,000.00 and $155,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Home Based Game Designer vs Entry Level Mobile Game Developer?

AspectEntry Level Home Based Game DesignerEntry Level Mobile Game Developer
Required SkillsGame design principles, creativity, basic programming knowledgeProgramming, app development, game engines
Work EnvironmentHome-based, independent or freelanceHome-based or office, collaborative teams
Industry UsageGame design, concept creation, storyboardingGame development, coding, testing

Both roles often require foundational skills in game development and may be performed remotely. The main difference lies in focus: game designers concentrate on creating game concepts and mechanics, while mobile game developers focus on coding and implementing those ideas into functional apps. Understanding these distinctions helps job seekers target their skills and career paths effectively.

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Game Designer

Valicy

Greenville, NC • On-site

$148K/yr

Full-time

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Job Summary:
Valicy is a company dedicated to creating excellent gaming experiences and positively impacting people's lives. The Game Designer is responsible for creating and refining game concepts, mechanics, and player experiences for land-based gaming products, leveraging AI and emerging tools throughout the design process.
Responsibilities:
• Understand company Mission, Vision, and Values and be an ambassador of MVV.
• Develop original game concepts, mechanics, features, themes, bonuses, and player experiences.
• Leverage emerging tools throughout the design process to accelerate ideation, generate variations, compare directions, and refine concepts.
• Evaluate design ideas based on player engagement, feasibility, complexity, production impact, regulatory fit, and business value.
• Translate rough ideas into clear design intent, player flows, feature descriptions, and implementation-ready documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering, art, QA and leadership to move concepts from prototype toward production quality.
• Iterate quickly based on feedback, testing, performance data, team review, and changing priorities.
• Stay current with emerging AI tools, game design trends, casino gaming products, and new workflow possibilities to consistently evolve the role.
• Identify design and workflow friction, then proactively suggest better approaches.
• Communicate design intent, player psychology, and product goals clearly during math, prize-structure, and feature discussions.
• Use AI responsibly and thoughtfully, with awareness of quality, originality, data sensitivity, brand risk, and production standards.
Qualifications:
Required:
• Strong game design fundamentals.
• Deep understanding of gameplay systems, feature design, player motivation, pacing, reward structures, and player experience.
• Sharp creative judgment with the ability to quickly identify which ideas are worth pursuing, refining, or discarding.
• Demonstrated ability to use AI tools as a meaningful part of the creative and design process.
• Strong awareness of emerging AI capabilities and a proactive approach to learning and applying new tools.
• Ability to make clear design decisions with incomplete information.
• Strong analytical and creative thinking skills, especially when comparing multiple possible design directions.
• Clear communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to balance creativity, feasibility, complexity, production impact, player value, and business goals.
• Comfortable working in a fast-moving environment with evolving requirements and undefined processes.
• Low ego, high ownership, strong follow-through, and a team-first mindset.
Preferred:
• Experience with casino gaming, slot machine development, land-based gaming, or regulated gaming products.
• Familiarity with math-adjacent game design, prize structures, volatility, player psychology, or reward pacing.
• Experience creating custom tools to assist and supercharge your workflow.
• Experience working with engineers, artists, QA, or production teams through a full development cycle.
Company:
Headquartered in Greenville, North Carolina, with a dedicated game studio in Wilmington, Valicy represents a bold new chapter in gaming innovation. Founded in , the company is headquartered in , , with a team of 201-500 employees. The company is currently Growth Stage.

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