Associate Game Designer

TapBlaze • Los Angeles, CA

95d • $45,000 - $55,000

About The Position

We’re looking for a creative Game Designer with a passion for games, strong prototyping skills, and a drive to learn and grow in a fast-paced indie studio environment. This role is perfect for someone who loves building ideas directly in Unity (or similar game engines), experimenting with gameplay mechanics, and quickly iterating on prototypes to bring fun and engaging experiences to life.

Requirements

• 1–2 years of experience in game design or strong personal portfolio with prototypes/demos.
• Proficiency in Unity (or similar game engine) for rapid prototyping; coding knowledge in C# or C++ or equivalent is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Game Design, Computer Science, or related field preferred, but strong portfolios and self-taught experience welcome.
• Experience designing gameplay mechanics, levels, or small games (school projects, indie titles, game jams all count).

Nice To Haves

• Creative problem solver who thinks outside the box and loves trying new ideas.
• Strong interest in Steam or mobile indie games — you regularly play and analyze them.
• Understanding of basic game design principles: pacing, feedback loops, difficulty balance, and player engagement.
• Collaborative mindset — comfortable working closely with senior designers and developers.
• Attention to detail — you actually read this job description!

Responsibilities

• Prototype and experiment: Build small-scale prototypes using Unity (or similar game engines) to test new game ideas and mechanics quickly.
• Design engaging gameplay loops for players, focusing on fun, clarity, and accessibility.
• Collaborate with designers, artists, and engineers to bring prototypes to polished features and game content.
• Analyze feedback and data from playtests to improve designs and player experience.
• Explore new concepts and genres by researching market trends and competitor games.
• Assist in level design for existing titles, helping refine challenge curves and player progression.

Benefits

• The range for this role is $45,000 to $55,000 depending on experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree