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Tool & Die Maker

Anderson, SC

$25/hr

Tool & Die Maker Job Summary: * 1st Shift * 2nd Shift Pay: Up to $35/hr.+ (based on experience ... of their game. Professionals who have what it takes to be competitive and innovative in today ...

Arrow International Inc

Producer, Game Development

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$118K - $120K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Arrow International is the world's #1 maker of charitable gaming products, from pull tabs and bingo paper to cutting-edge electronic gaming systems. Our products power entertainment in social and ...

Arrow International, Inc

Senior Game Designer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$90 - $150K/hr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Arrow International is the world's #1 maker of charitable gaming products, from pull tabs and bingo paper to cutting-edge electronic gaming systems. Our products power entertainment in social and ...

Arrow International, Inc.

Senior Game Designer

Chicago, IL

$90 - $150K/hr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Arrow International is the world's #1 maker of charitable gaming products, from pull tabs and bingo paper to cutting-edge electronic gaming systems. Our products power entertainment in social and ...

Arrow International, Inc

Producer, Game Development

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$118K - $120K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Arrow International is the world's #1 maker of charitable gaming products, from pull tabs and bingo paper to cutting-edge electronic gaming systems. Our products power entertainment in social and ...

Arrow International Inc

Senior Game Designer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$90 - $150K/hr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Arrow International is the world's #1 maker of charitable gaming products, from pull tabs and bingo paper to cutting-edge electronic gaming systems. Our products power entertainment in social and ...

Game Seven

Social Creative Director

New York, NY · On-site

$175K - $200K/yr

We're looking for someone with a bias toward action, who's led large-scale social creative at an agency before and brings that experience to Game Seven. You're a maker first and a leader second ...

Game Seven

Social Creative Director

New York, NY · On-site

$175K - $200K/yr

We're looking for someone with a bias toward action, who's led large-scale social creative at an agency before and brings that experience to Game Seven. You're a maker first and a leader second ...

Game Seven

Social Creative Director

New York, NY

$175K - $200K/yr

We're looking for someone with a bias toward action, who's led large-scale social creative at an agency before and brings that experience to Game Seven. You're a maker first and a leader second ...

Game Seven

Social Creative Director

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$175K - $200K/yr

We're looking for someone with a bias toward action, who's led large-scale social creative at an agency before and brings that experience to Game Seven. You're a maker first and a leader second ...

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Cook - Pizza Maker

Las Vegas, NV

$16 - $19/hr

The Cook - Pizza Maker is responsible for preparing high-quality pizzas and other menu items ... Food preparation of meats/poultry/game/fish, vegetables, and fruits, to include: * Washing, peeling ...

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As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for game maker in the United States is $17.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.18 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a game maker do?

A Game Maker is responsible for designing, developing, and programming video games. They may work on various aspects of game creation, including coding, story development, character design, and gameplay mechanics. Game Makers often use specialized software and game engines like Unity or GameMaker Studio to bring their ideas to life. Their role can vary from indie development to working within larger game studios.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a game maker?

To thrive as a Game Maker, you need strong skills in game design, programming (often using languages like C# or C++), and a solid understanding of player experience and mechanics, typically supported by a relevant degree or portfolio. Proficiency with industry-standard game development engines such as Unity or Unreal Engine, and knowledge of asset creation or scripting tools, is highly beneficial. Creativity, teamwork, and effective problem-solving are crucial soft skills for innovating and collaborating within multidisciplinary teams. These abilities are essential to produce engaging, high-quality games that meet project deadlines and player expectations.

What does a typical workday look like for a game maker?

A typical workday for a Game Maker involves a mix of designing gameplay mechanics, coding features, and collaborating with artists and sound designers to bring a game concept to life. You might spend mornings in team meetings to discuss project goals, followed by focused development time refining levels, fixing bugs, or playtesting. Communication with other team members is frequent, as Game Makers often give and receive feedback to ensure a cohesive final product. The environment can be dynamic and deadline-driven, but it's also highly creative and rewarding as your ideas take shape in a finished game.

How do you become a game maker?

To become a game maker, you typically need to develop skills in programming, game design, and art using tools like Unity or Unreal Engine. A relevant degree or self-taught experience in computer science, graphic design, or related fields can be beneficial, along with building a portfolio of completed projects. Gaining experience through internships or entry-level positions can also help establish a career in game development.

How much does a game maker get paid?

Game makers, often called game developers or designers, typically earn between $50,000 and $100,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and the complexity of projects. Entry-level positions may start lower, while experienced professionals or those working on large projects can earn higher salaries. Skills in programming, graphic design, and familiarity with game engines like Unity or Unreal are often required.
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Infographic showing various Game Maker job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 66% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,318 per year, or $17.9 per hour.

Product Manager, Personalization & Discovery

Electronic Arts Inc.

Redwood City, CA • On-site

$120K - $184K/yr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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General Information
Locations: Redwood City, California, United States of America
Role ID
212497
Worker Type
Regular Employee
Studio/Department
EAX
Work Model
Hybrid
Description & Requirements
Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.
Position Overview
At our core, Electronic Arts is a game maker that connects hundreds of millions of players from around the globe to some of the world's greatest games. The EA team is driving the strategy and implementation of important initiatives for EA's players to connect them to one another and to the games they love to play. These initiatives include: the EA app and Franchise-specific webstores.
As a Product Manager for Player Lifecycle, you will bridge the gap between "user" and "superfan" within the EA app. You'll design and build intelligent, data-driven experiences that sync seamlessly with our global CRM ecosystem. Your goal is to transform the app into a personalized destination where every interaction drives long-term player loyalty and engagement.
Responsibilities
  • Build bespoke experiences: You'll build high-impact, personalized "red carpet" moments that excite users to engage with the EA app. From day-one onboarding to long-term mastery, your work will be the heartbeat of our engagement, retention, and monetization experiences.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally: Drive cross-functional and studio alignment with CRM, Marketing and Game Teams to deliver cohesive event and communication plans tied to key in-game and regional moments.
  • Experiment: Design and execute A/B tests on engagement features, reward structures, and notification strategies to optimize player lifetime value (LTV).

Qualifications
  • Experience: 3-5 years of Product Management experience, ideally within gaming.
  • Domain Expertise: translating user behaviour + desired business results into ideal user experiences/journeys.
  • Analytical Rigor: Metric definitions, analytical tooling and interpretation of complex behavioral data and trends.
  • Communication: Ability to translate complex technical or data insights into actionable strategies for both creative and technical teams.

Pay Transparency - North America
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The ranges listed below are what EA in good faith expects to pay applicants for this role in these locations at the time of this posting. If you reside in a different location, a recruiter will advise on the applicable range and benefits. Pay offered will be determined based on a number of relevant business and candidate factors (e.g. education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, or business needs).
PAY RANGES
* California (depending on location e.g. Los Angeles vs. San Francisco) *$120,600 - $184,000 USD
Pay is just one part of the overall compensation at EA.
In the US, we offer a package of benefits including paid time off (3 weeks per year to start), 80 hours per year of sick time, 16 paid company holidays per year, 10 weeks paid time off to bond with baby, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and 401(k) to regular full-time employees. Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and other incentive programs.
About Electronic Arts
We're proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.
We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.
Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.

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