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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Game Designer II - **Company:** IGT - **Location:** Reno, NV, United States (Remote available) - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Computer Animation, Adobe Photoshop, Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft PowerPoint - **Published:** August 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://arc.dev/remote-jobs/j/redirect/pelirp0p0k ## About the Role * Strong knowledge of slot game principles, mechanics, features and player experience * Understanding of common slot concepts such as reels, paylines/ways, scatters, wilds, free spins, hold & spin, jackpots, bonuses, volatility, RTP, hit frequency paytabl structure * Experience creating or contributing to slot game concepts, mechanics, game design documents, feature descriptions or game briefs * Ability to clearly explain the creative vision of a slot game to art, sound, math, development and production teams * Ability to create clear art, sound and math briefs for internal teams and external vendors * Understanding of how game design, math, art, sound, animation and UI work together to create a complete player experience * Good analytical thinking and ability to understand the relationship between mechanics, math parameters and player engagement * Strong communication, collaboration and organizational skills * Attention to detail and ability to review game builds against the approved design, rules, storyboard and feature specification * Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint * English language skills, written and spoken, as we work with teams and producers worldwide Nice To Have * Experience in land-based gaming / casino floor slot games * Experience in online slots, social casino or real-money gaming * Experience working with mathematicians or game math documentation * Basic knowledge of probability, statistics, combinatorics or slot math principles * Experience with visual design tools, storyboarding tools, Photoshop or other art-editing software * Ability to create simple mockups, visual references, mood boards or feature sketches * Experience guiding third-party art vendors or external creative partners * Understanding of regulated gaming markets, certification processes or jurisdictional compliance requirements * Responsible use of AI tools for ideation, market research, concept exploration, visual reference creation, documentation support or productivity improvement * A passion for slot games, casino games and player-focused entertainment Keys to Success * Building collaborative relationships * Decision making * Drive results * Foster innovation * Personal energy * Self-leadership ## Description * Create original slot game ideas, concepts, themes, mechanics, features and bonus flows * Develop the creative vision of the game, including graphical theme ideas, symbol direction, feature presentation and key visual references * Define initial game design and math parameters, including game flow, paytable direction, volatility target, hit frequency, RTP target, feature frequency and bonus behavior * Create and maintain game design documentation, including game design documents, feature descriptions, rules, storyboard, art briefs, sound briefs and math briefs * Work closely with Producers, Mathematicians, Developers, Technical Artists, Artists, Animators, Sound Designers and QA throughout development * Review game builds and provide feedback on gameplay, pacing, feature clarity, art, sound, messaging, UI and overall player experience * Guide third-party art vendors and in-house art teams to ensure artwork and presentation are aligned with the game concept * Research slot game trends, successful mechanics, casino floor trends and online slot innovations to support future game concepts * Support compliance by ensuring game rules, features, messaging and documentation are aligned with relevant jurisdictions, International Game Technology (IGT) delivers entertaining and responsible gaming experiences for players across all channels and regulated segments, from Gaming Machines and Lotteries to Sports Betting and Digital. Company culture We Are Responsible We are respectful of others by being personally accountable for achieving our goals, keeping our promises, and following through with our actions. We are reliable and accomplish high-quality work results regardless of complexity, each and every time. 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