Social Systems Design Lead - SKATE

This position is open to qualified individuals anywhere in North America where EA operates as an employer. Relocation to Vancouver is an option for suitable candidates.

Full Circle

Full Circle is an Electronic Arts studio based in Vancouver BC. with team members around the globe, embracing a geo-diverse team and culture. You have flexibility to work from home, in the office, or a hybrid of both.

We're all about having fun and making great games that people want to play with their friends. We prioritize inclusivity and diversity in our studio as we continue the push to be better every day.

We're working on the next evolution of Skate™, and set to deliver an experience that will embrace and build upon everything our community found special about the previous games.

We are looking for an experienced Social Designer to join the Skate team as our Design Lead. As a solution-oriented designer, you respond to opinions, analytics, and test results with suggestions for improvement. By leveraging player data and gathering feedback, you make informed choices to deliver an engaging overall experience. You will report to our Creative Director.

Responsibilities

Ensure that we create a safe environment for all players to have fun
Analyze and identify outstanding social features and experiences in gaming
Identify trends in social play and find new opportunities
Embrace and advocate for the social needs and expectations of diverse audiences
Explore ways of promoting positive social engagement and experiences within the game
Determine a clear, forward-looking vision for the game's social features and requirements for moderation
Design and guide the implementation of a cohesive and compelling suite of social features
Ensure integration of social features with the broader game vision and feature set
Work with partner groups to refine and expand features based on player telemetry and feedback

Qualifications

A college diploma in Game Design, Project Management, or equivalent (undergraduate degree an asset)
At least 5 years of experience in social game design or related experience
In-depth experience with game engines, productivity software and familiarity with project management software (e.g. Jira)
Comprehensive understanding of current market trends and consumer feedback with the ability to craft and implement creative ideas based on analytics, data, and research
Deep familiarity with the fundamentals of user experience and playability testing.
Critical thinking, curiosity, resourcefulness, and flexibility
Passion for fostering an inclusive and diverse, 'team-first' culture based on fun

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