ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Games Director Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Socket.dev

$187 - $301/hr

Whether it's building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make ... What You'll Do Epic Games is looking for a Technical Game Director to lead a multi‑platform ...

Netflix

Technical Director, Unannounced Cloud Game

... games to our members. The Tech Director will partner with cross-disciplinary teams to define and execute high-quality tech direction across a range of projects. This role requires a balance of ...

Netflix

Technical Director, Unannounced Cloud Game

... games to our members. The Tech Director will partner with cross-disciplinary teams to define and execute high-quality tech direction across a range of projects. This role requires a balance of ...

Netflix

Technical Director, Unannounced Cloud Game

OR · On-site +1

... games to our members. The Tech Director will partner with cross-disciplinary teams to define and execute high-quality tech direction across a range of projects. This role requires a balance of ...

Netflix

Technical Director, Unannounced Cloud Game

... games to our members. The Tech Director will partner with cross-disciplinary teams to define and execute high-quality tech direction across a range of projects. This role requires a balance of ...

Apple

Art Director, Games Content

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$149K - $156K/yr

The App Store Editorial Design Team is in search of an extraordinary Games Content Art Director with experience in brand, content, and motion-driven media for digital products. The Art Director will ...

Apple

Art Director, Games Content

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$130K - $247K/yr

The App Store Editorial Design Team is in search of an extraordinary Games Content Art Director with experience in brand, content, and motion-driven media for digital products. The Art Director will ...

previous pagenext page

Showing results 21-40

All JobsGames JobsGames Director Jobs

Games Director information

What does a games director do?

A Games Director oversees the creative vision and overall direction of a video game project. They collaborate closely with designers, artists, writers, programmers, and producers to ensure that the game's story, gameplay, and mechanics align with the intended experience. Games Directors make high-level decisions about style, pacing, and features, guiding the team from concept to final release. Their leadership is crucial for maintaining coherence and quality throughout the development process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a games director?

To thrive as a Games Director, you need deep expertise in game design, project management, and storytelling, often supported by a degree in game development or a related field and significant industry experience. Familiarity with game engines like Unity or Unreal Engine, agile development methodologies, and project management tools is typically required. Exceptional leadership, creative vision, and strong communication skills help guide multidisciplinary teams and foster innovation. These skills ensure successful project delivery, cohesive creative direction, and engaging gaming experiences for players.

How does a games director typically collaborate with other departments during a game's development cycle?

A Games Director works closely with teams such as design, art, programming, audio, and production to ensure the creative vision is consistently executed throughout development. They regularly participate in cross-departmental meetings, provide feedback, and help resolve conflicts or challenges that arise. Effective communication and leadership are essential, as the Games Director must balance creative goals with technical and production constraints, while motivating and aligning team members toward a shared vision. These collaborations are ongoing and evolve through each phase of development, from concept to launch.

What is the difference between Games Director vs Game Producer?

AspectGames DirectorGame Producer
Required CredentialsTypically a background in game design, development, or related fields; experience in leadership rolesProject management certifications, experience in production, and understanding of game development processes
Work EnvironmentCreative teams, development studios, overseeing game vision and designProject management teams, coordinating schedules, budgets, and resources
Employer & Industry UsageGame development companies, studios, often in creative leadershipPublishing companies, development studios, focusing on project delivery
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding leadership roles in game developmentManaging game projects, overseeing production

The Games Director focuses on the creative vision and overall design of the game, guiding the artistic and gameplay elements. The Game Producer manages the project's logistics, schedules, and resources to ensure timely delivery. While both roles are essential in game development, the Director emphasizes creative leadership, whereas the Producer handles project management and coordination.

What cities are hiring for Games Director jobs?

Cities with the most Games Director job openings:

What are the most commonly searched types of Games jobs?

The most popular types of Games jobs are:

What states have the most Games Director jobs?

States with the most job openings for Games Director jobs include:

Games Director jobs near you
Infographic showing various Games Director job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution.

Creative Director - Darkpaw Games

Daybreak Games

San Diego, CA • On-site

$125K - $160K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Provide creative leadership for game aesthetics, mechanics, design, and story for Darkpaw Games.

  • Establish and refine high-level core gameplay loops and develop supplementary systems to reinforce them.

  • Lead creative teams to meet key milestones with expected quality, budget, and time standards.

Job description

Position Title: Creative Director

Studio/Department: Darkpaw Games/Live Development 

Employee Type: Full Time, Regular

Location: San Diego, CA / Remote (Daybreak Approved Remote Locations (CA, WA, TX, NY))

Salary Range: $125,000 - $160,000, pay may vary on location. 

Description

The Creative Director will provide creative leadership for game aesthetics, mechanics, design, and story for Darkpaw Games, located in San Diego, CA. In partnership with the Darkpaw Games Creative and Leadership teams, this person will also help attract and retain the best creative gaming talent around. This position will:

  • Provide visionary oversight and creative direction for an unannounced title within Darkpaw Games.
  • Establish and refine the high-level core gameplay loops.
  • Advise on and develop supplementary systems that reinforce gameplay loops that focus on core pillars of the game:
    • Community and Teamwork - Working together and building social bonds to achieve things that you can't do (or is very hard to do) on your own.
    • Fairness - You perform certain gameplay actions, put the time in, "work" hard and you get rewarded, your accomplishments and achievements are never taken away.
    • Escape and Exploration - We build alternative worlds where players can take a break from real life or want to get a feeling of exploring something new with a sense of danger (high fantasy exploration).
  • Maintain knowledge of the global game market and use to influence and add value to our product offerings.
  • Assist with the recruitment of key talent and grow and mentor the Design team.
  • Lead creative teams to establish and meet key milestones with expected quality, budget, and time standards.

Required Experience & Skills

  • 10+ years of direct game development experience.
  • Proven success from previously released titles.
  • Relevant experience in achieving results via strong leadership.
  • Ability to motivate teams and build consensus.
  • Ability to design and elaborate on core gameplay loops and design systems that reinforce the loop from end-to-end.
  • Effective and positive interpersonal skills.
  • Proven problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
  • Experience developing MMO games.
  • Strong portfolio of work in current game engines UE4/5.
  • Ability to assist with systems, level, and narrative design when the situation arises.
  • Experience working on PC and console games.
  • Experience developing procedurally generated content.

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience developing games on pre-existing IP.
  • Previous experience with building a game from concept to release.

Feel like you are a match for this role, but don't meet all the requirements and pluses? We encourage fresh viewpoints, so as long as you can show us how your attitude and other skills make up for any gaps, we still want to see your application!

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Daybreak Game Company LLC is a recognized worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online games. Best known for blockbuster hits and franchises such as DC Universe™ Online, PlanetSide®, EverQuest®, and Dungeons and Dragons Online®, Daybreak creates, develops, and provides compelling online entertainment for millions of gamers worldwide. We are the game publisher for Darkpaw Games, Dimensional Ink Games, and Standing Stone Games. To top it off, we are making games in three of the coolest cities in the United States: San Diego, Austin, and Boston. We make games that bring people together and build lasting communities and are totally devoted to delivering the ultimate gaming experience! Find out more about our company at www.daybreakgames.com. 


Be Aware of Fraudulent Recruiting Activities

Daybreak Game Company will never ask applicants for social security numbers, date of birth, bank account information or other sensitive information in job applications. Additionally, our recruiters do not communicate with applicants through free e-mail accounts (Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or through online messaging apps (WhatsApp, Hangouts). We will never ask applicants to provide payment during the hiring process or extend an offer without conducting a phone, live video or in-person interview. 

**Daybreak Game Company, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to Diversity in the workplace.**