Educational Game Designer 100%

Educational Game Designer 100%

• Assist the development team in all stages of the design process, from concept development to final production
• Undertake research for new design projects, creating sketches to illustrate the design concept and constructions
• Assist with sourcing materials and other work-related work processes, and maintain an up-to-date list of suppliers and accurate records of all design development activities, including material samples, swatches, and cost factors
• Prepare presentations and reports as needed for internal and external meetings and events
• Manage day-to-day administrative tasks associated with the project regarding the design work
• Anticipate needs and take initiative to solve problems as they arise

• 10+ years of experience in educational game design
• 10+ years of experience software development C#
• 3+ years of experience UI/UX design
• Shipped at least 3 educational games for high school, college students or adults
• Expert in several game engines, Unity, Unreal, Godot
• Proficient in any 3D computer graphics software such as Maya, Blender, Max, ext.
• Proficient in Photoshop and Illustrator software
• Experienced in SCRUM methodology
• Ability to multitask, address issues quickly and efficiently, and work independently
• Good communication and organizational skills
• English and/or German

• a responsible and engaging work environment with the opportunity to actively participate in designing and developing the next educational games using the latest tools and technologies
• a professional and innovative working environment in productive proximity to the areas of research, teaching and services
• the opportunity for interdisciplinary networking and collaboration within and outside the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts and departments for Information Technology and Design & Art
• the position will be offered for a period of three years
• the HSLU-I campus in Rotkreuz as an attractive place to work

André Thomas
Dozent Forschung
T +41 41 228 24 52
andre.thomas@hslu.ch

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