LEAD GAME DIRECTOR (11 BIT STUDIOS)

Unannounced Project
Lead
Negotiable
Warsaw, Poland 🇵🇱
Description
11 bit studios is looking for an experienced Game Director to lead the development of an unannounced project. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for defining the creative vision, guiding production, and ensuring the successful delivery of a commercially successful and high-quality player experience.
You will own the project's direction from early concept and prototyping through release, collaborating closely with executive leadership, production, design, art, and engineering teams while shaping the creative identity of the game.
Responsibilities
Define and own the overall game vision and direction
Lead the project from concept, prototyping, and production through release
Translate creative goals into gameplay systems, mechanics, and player experiences
Establish design guidelines and creative direction for development teams
Ensure all gameplay, visual, narrative, and technical elements support the project vision
Drive ideation processes, pitching, concept development, and rapid prototyping
Adapt creative direction to production and technical constraints when necessary
Maintain alignment with executive stakeholders on creative and production goals
Collaborate with producers on budgets, schedules, and development planning
Support production best practices throughout development
Lead multidisciplinary teams and resolve creative and technical challenges
Mentor team members and provide constructive feedback
Regularly review and play builds to evaluate quality and player experience
Conduct market research and analyze industry trends
Align creative goals with business objectives and audience expectations
Required Skills
7+ years of professional experience in game development focused on design, art, or creative leadership
Experience as Game Director, Creative Director, Design Director, Design Lead, Art Director, or Art Lead
Experience leading teams of at least 20 developers
Strong understanding of game design principles
Experience prototyping and shipping games using Unreal Engine
Deep understanding of Unreal Engine capabilities and limitations
Fluent Polish and English communication skills at B2 level or higher
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excellent leadership, mentoring, and organizational skills
Ability to interpret data and make informed creative decisions
Strong knowledge of current game industry trends and market dynamics
Passion for creating meaningful entertainment experiences
Nice to Have
Professional game design experience
Experience working on games aligned with the studio's philosophy of meaningful entertainment
Experience leading narrative-driven or emotionally engaging projects
Strong commercial and product strategy understanding
Experience managing large multidisciplinary teams
What we offer
Hybrid work model with flexible working hours
Modern office near Stadion Narodowy and Dworzec Wschodni stations
Private medical package
Psychological support and mental health care
Multisport program
Team training budget and professional development opportunities
International working environment
Annual bonus and motivation program
Attendance at game development events
Relocation support for international candidates
Referral program
Annual company events and studio merchandise
Dog-friendly office
In-house gym
Chill zones with video games, arcade machines, and board games
Car and bicycle parking
Additional remote work days throughout the year
Vacancy link