Video game designer

Also known as

Game creator, gaming designer, gaming developer, game designer, level designer, game artist, game animator

AUT programmes

• Animation, Visual Effects and Game Design Major - Bachelor of Design Te Tohu Paetahi mō te Hoahoa

Work environment

• Usually work regular business hours but may work extra hours
• Usually works in offices
• Need to be creative, methodical and communicate well

Typical tasks

• Design video game features
• Develop video game rules, characters and storylines
• Test and improve gameplay
• Write design and gameplay documents
• Test software performance
• Work with others on large projects
• Organise project data
• Adapt games to different consoles and devices

Salary information

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