Video Game Content Designer (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Video Game Content Designer (Gamedev): Designing and building quests, encounters, and narrative content for a pixel art MMO with an accent on rapid iteration and player experience. Focus on creating compelling gameplay loops, writing proposals, and utilizing proprietary content creation tools.

Location: Remote — work from anywhere

Company

hirify.global is an indie studio building a top-down pixel art MMO launching on Steam with over 1 million browser players.

What you will do

• Design and build quests, encounters, and narrative content using proprietary real-time systems.
• Propose content ideas and pitch them directly to studio leadership.
• Iterate rapidly on content based on direct feedback from the creative director.
• Learn to write professional proposals and present ideas to the team.

Requirements

• A portfolio of creative work (games, mods, campaigns, writing, art, etc.) that demonstrates delivery.
• Genuine passion for gaming, particularly RPGs, MMORPGs, and top-down pixel art games.
• Strong critical thinking ability and the capacity to learn quickly.
• Ability to handle direct and critical feedback to improve work.
• Self-motivated and proactive approach to tasks.

Nice to have

• Experience with game design tools, engines, modding tools, or level editors.
• Knowledge of pixel art or top-down game aesthetics.
• Experience running D&D campaigns, tabletop RPGs, or organizing gaming events.
• Familiarity with game design concepts such as progression and encounter design.

Culture & Benefits

• Build a professional portfolio on a live game with 1M+ players.
• Direct access to studio founder and creative leadership.
• Work with cutting-edge AI-assisted content creation tools and agents.
• Flexible hours to accommodate studies or other commitments.
• Fully remote work environment.
• Genuine path to permanent roles for high-performing individuals.