IGT (NYSE:IGT) is a global leader in gaming. We deliver entertaining and responsible gaming experiences for players across all channels and regulated segments, from Lotteries and Gaming Machines to Sports Betting and Digital. Leveraging a wealth of compelling content, substantial investment in innovation, player insights, operational expertise, and leading-edge technology, our solutions deliver unrivaled gaming experiences that engage players and drive growth. We have a well-established local presence and relationships with governments and regulators in more than 100 countries around the world, and create value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. IGT has approximately 10,500 employees. For more information, please visit www.igt.com.
Overview
Are you passionate about games, excited to discover and define what makes a game special? Do you have a keen art eye and know just what is needed to visually support a brand? Are you eager to leverage your wealth of mobile and online experience to help teams make good development choices? Then join the IGT Social Casino team and help us collect, curate, and package content created by IGT land and online studios into the key elements needed for external clients to create Social Casino versions of our iconic brands.
Responsibilities
In this unique position, you will help clients port IGT’s best slots content into their own Social Casino applications by providing focused, timely, and actionable guidance and feedback. You will be responsible for:
• Creating Porting Guides that identify development and platform challenges and offer recommendations for overcoming them.
• Owning the review and approval cycle of game art layouts from clients.
• Creating reference mockups as needed to support both Porting Guides and layout feedback.
• Driving end-of cycle build reviews and communicating both implementation feedback and final approval to clients.
• Supporting internal SMEs like art and writing specialists.
Your feedback will guide external development teams in studios around the globe in creating social versions of IGT games that uphold IGT’s brand standards. The internal team will use that same guidance as the metric for comparison in build reviews.
COMMUNICATIONS/INTERACTIONS:
• Interact with the original content creators, as needed, to ensure assets and guidance are complete and on-brand.
• Support the internal team with recommendations to make materials clearer for clients and better suited for mobile platforms.
• Sustain and build client relationships through direct guidance and feedback that results in high quality, on-brand and successful social casino ports.
Qualifications
5-8 years of experience in casino, social, or mobile gaming.
Excellent communication skills, including with international clients.
Proven problem-solving and prioritization skills.
Proficient with the Adobe Suite.
Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and cloud-based tools.
Strong examples of both your written and visual work.
Self-motivated, highly organized individual with strong attention to detail.
Capable of succeeding in a dynamic work environment where project scopes and standards may often change.
Internet savvy and comfortable in a virtual working environment spanning multiple time zones.
Aptitude for building strong relationships with internal and external customers while delivering the highest possible level of customer service.
PREFERRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
BA/BS degree in graphic design, media arts, illustration, animation, game design or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Advanced knowledge of 2D programs (Photoshop, After Effects).
Intermediate knowledge of Unity or similar game implementation pipelines.
Familiarity with Agile methodology and Jira in particular.
Familiarity with Perforce or other version control software.
Keys to Success
• Building collaborative relationships
• Decision making
• Drive results
• Foster innovation
• Personal energy
• Self-leadership
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IGT is committed to sustaining a workforce that reflects the diversity of the global customers and communities we serve, creating a fair and inclusive culture that enables all our employees to feel valued, respected and engaged. IGT is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal opportunities without regard to sex, race, color, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, and any other personal attributes protected by federal, state, or other laws. We thank all applicants for applying; however, only those selected to interview will be contacted.
At IGT, we consider a wide range of factors in determining compensation, including background, skills, experience, and work location. These factors can cause your compensation to vary. The estimated starting compensation range is $55,177 – $156,700. The actual pay offered may end up being higher or lower. The Company will comply with all local pay requirements and collective bargaining agreements, where applicable.
Base pay is only one part of our Total Rewards program. Sales roles may be eligible for commission payments, while other roles are eligible for discretionary bonuses . In addition, we offer employees a 401(k) Savings Plan with Company contributions, health, dental, and vision insurance, life, accident, and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, wellness programs, and identity theft insurance. Note: programs are subject to eligibility requirements.