Video Game Designer (AI-First)

We are currently seeking a Video Game Designer (AI-First) to lead and contribute across every phase of internal game development - from early concept ideation through launch and live operations. This role will own gameplay systems, progression design, balancing, player experience, and AI-assisted design workflows while collaborating closely with engineering, art, audio, and production teams to deliver engaging and scalable gaming experiences., As a Video Game Designer (AI-First), you will play a central role in defining the creative vision, gameplay systems, progression loops, and player experience across multiple game projects. You will own the end-to-end design process including documentation, prototyping, playtesting, balancing, iteration, and live content optimization. This is not a siloed design role - the ideal candidate will combine strong systems thinking, player empathy, and technical collaboration skills with an AI-first mindset that leverages generative tools and emerging technologies to accelerate creativity and production workflows., * Design core gameplay systems, mechanics, progression loops, economies, and content structures.

• Own and maintain living design documentation including game design documents (GDDs), system specifications, balancing frameworks, UX flows, and content matrices.
• Define onboarding experiences, retention systems, meta loops, live content cadence, and long-term player engagement strategies.
• Prototype gameplay concepts rapidly through paper, digital, or engine-based workflows to validate ideas quickly.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to evaluate implementation feasibility, scoping, and technical constraints.
• Work closely with art and audio direction teams to ensure visual and audio design supports gameplay experiences.

Playtesting, Balancing & Iteration

• Run and analyze internal and external playtests to gather player feedback and behavioral insights.
• Translate player behavior, analytics, and testing results into actionable gameplay improvements.
• Design and maintain balancing systems including difficulty curves, progression pacing, reward systems, and economy sinks/faucets.
• Continuously iterate on gameplay systems based on player engagement, retention, and usability metrics.
• Advocate for player-centric design decisions across all phases of development.

AI-Driven Design & Innovation

• Partner with AI tooling teams to leverage internal model fleets for rapid content generation and iteration.
• Utilize AI-assisted workflows for concept generation, dialogue systems, narrative ideation, world-building, audio direction, and design iteration.
• Contribute to scalable AI-assisted content pipelines that improve design efficiency and creative output.
• Experiment with generative AI technologies, procedural systems, and emerging design workflows.
• Help shape how AI is integrated into both development pipelines and player-facing experiences.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Ownership

• Communicate design concepts clearly through documentation, wireframes, flowcharts, presentations, and verbal pitches.
• Collaborate effectively within a small, high-ownership, and multidisciplinary development team.
• Support production planning, feature prioritization, and milestone execution across projects.
• Contribute creative ideas, gameplay improvements, and innovation initiatives that enhance overall product quality.

• Experience shipping at least one game in a Game Design or related design role.
• Strong systems thinking with experience designing interconnected gameplay mechanics, economies, and progression systems.
• Ability to prototype gameplay concepts and iterate rapidly based on feedback and testing.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to create actionable design documentation and present ideas clearly.
• Strong player empathy and experience using playtesting and analytics to inform design decisions.
• Comfort working with data-driven iteration, balancing systems, and gameplay analytics.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, collaborative, and high-ownership environments.
• Fluent English communication skills preferred.
• Hands-on experience using AI-assisted workflows or strong interest in AI-driven game development practices., * Technical proficiency with Unity, Unreal Engine, Godot, or similar game engines.
• Experience scripting or building functional gameplay prototypes independently.
• Experience with AI-assisted content generation, procedural systems, or generative workflows.
• Background in live-service, multiplayer, or games-as-a-service environments.
• UX/UI design sensibility with experience wireframing player flows and interfaces.
• Narrative design, dialogue writing, or world-building experience.
• Experience with economy design, monetization systems, or free-to-play mechanics.
• Familiarity with the Colombian or Latin American gaming market.

• Competitive compensation aligned with experience and expertise.
• Opportunity to work on innovative AI-driven gaming projects across multiple genres.
• Creative ownership and direct influence over game design direction and player experiences.
• Collaborative, fast-paced, and innovation-focused environment.
• Access to cutting-edge AI tools and technologies shaping the future of game development.
• Professional growth opportunities within game design, AI integration, and creative leadership.
• Direct impact on the future of interactive entertainment and AI-assisted game development.

RVStaffing is partnering with an innovative video game publishing company specializing in AI-driven game development and interactive entertainment experiences. Focused on building scalable creative pipelines and player-centered games, the company combines cutting-edge AI technologies with modern game design practices to accelerate development, enhance creativity, and redefine how games are built. As the organization continues to expand, they are seeking highly creative and systems-oriented game designers who thrive in collaborative environments and are passionate about shaping the future of AI-assisted game development.