Lead Content Game Designer - Sports Simulator

About the role

SportSpired Games, an international studio developing next-generation sports simulators, is looking for a Lead Content Game Designer to define and drive the content strategy for its upcoming AAA sports simulator. The role leads the Content Design team, shapes the vision for in-game content and oversees its development from concept to release, working closely with Art, Publishing and Game Design teams.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the Content Design team, overseeing task allocation, priorities, quality and delivery timelines
• Define and evolve the content vision and roadmap in line with product strategy, player needs and long-term goals
• Plan and prioritize content production, balancing creative goals, technical constraints and available resources
• Own content design documentation, ensuring clear specifications, implementation requirements and acceptance criteria
• Coordinate with Production, Game Design and other disciplines to align scope, quality standards and deliverables
• Oversee content development from concept to implementation and track progress, manage scope changes and resolve blockers
• Improve content design workflows, production pipelines and team standards
• Run design reviews, give feedback and support the professional development of team members
• Evaluate content performance using player data, playtest results and feedback to drive continuous improvement

Required profile

• 4+ years of professional experience in the game industry, including at least 2 years in game content development and management
• Experience developing, releasing and maintaining content for online live-service games
• Proven experience leading and mentoring a team of Content Game Designers
• Experience building and improving production pipelines for different types of game content
• Nice to have: interest in sports simulation games, experience with licensed content, PC and console content, and content strategy for large-scale live-service titles

Required skills

• Strong understanding of content design, production workflows and cross-functional development processes
• Ability to write clear, structured game design documentation and communicate actionable tasks
• Ability to use player data, analytics and feedback to evaluate content effectiveness
• Organizational, communication and stakeholder management skills