Kimarutalent

Game Director

Remote U.S · Director

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 468 days ago

LeadershipCommunicationMentoring

About the role

Lead and mentor a cross-functional team of designers and developers.
Own the overall game economy, retention systems, and progression loops to ensure long-term engagement.
Collaborate with product, marketing, and UA teams to support live operations and player growth.
Proven track record in a Game Director, Creative Director, or Lead Designer role on successful mobile games.
Strong grasp of game economy design, monetization strategies, and player lifecycle management.
Data-informed mindset: ability to interpret analytics and translate insights into design decisions.
With deep expertise in startup recruitment, we're proud to support our clients in making critical hiring decisions as they scale.
This is a great opportunity to step into a leadership role where your creative direction, design instincts, and team leadership will shape a game already gaining traction in the market.

8+ years of experience in game development, with a focus on mobile free-to-play.
Experience with live ops, content pipelines, and feature roadmapping.

Define and drive the game vision in partnership with studio leadership, ensuring alignment across design, art, engineering, and production.

Founded in 2020, KIMARU Talent partners with VCs, founders, and executives to recruit top-tier talent for gaming studios and tech startups.
We're looking for a visionary Game Director with a deep understanding of mobile game design.

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