Senior Economy Designer

at  Neon Koi

ABOUT US

We are Neon Koi. We are a PlayStation Studio. Our mission is to make mobile action games with epic stories that foster lasting connections with players around the world. Our aim is to amass a stellar portfolio over the next decade by focusing on building highly collaborative, experienced and empowered teams in Helsinki & Berlin.
We offer you the chance to join a rapidly growing international team of passionate and talented game makers, just like yourself. As a young company, you, as an early employee, will have a genuine opportunity to contribute significantly to the culture and operations.
Neon Koi is formerly known as Savage Game Studios.

REQUIREMENTS

• 8+ years of relevant experience as a Game Designer, with a proven track record as an Economy Designer.
• In-depth knowledge of free-to-play and monetization models in the gaming industry.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret player behavior data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and has the ability to clearly articulate economic designs and concepts to cross-functional teams.
• Strong sense of what makes a fun and compelling game system
• Passionate and knowledgeable about games with deep experiences across a wide range of games and genres

THE ROLE

We are seeking an accomplished and innovative Senior Economy Designer to join our game development team. As a pivotal member of our design department, you will be responsible for shaping the in-game economy, ensuring balance, player engagement, and overall economic systems that contribute to a rewarding player experience.
This role can be based in Berlin or Helsinki.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement robust in-game economies that align with the overall game design and monetization strategy. Balance virtual economies to ensure player progression, retention, and a fair play experience.
• Collaborate with the product team to integrate effective and player-friendly monetization features within the game economy. Implement strategies that strike a balance between player satisfaction and revenue generation.
• Utilize analytics tools to gather and interpret player data, making data-driven decisions to optimize the in-game economy. Regularly analyze economic trends, player behavior, and feedback to inform adjustments and improvements.
• Work closely with other designers to integrate economic systems seamlessly with game features, ensuring a cohesive and enjoyable player experience. Implement and refine virtual goods, currencies, and progression systems.
• Create comprehensive documentation outlining the design and mechanics of the in-game economy. Collaborate with other designers to ensure consistency between economy design and overall game design.
• Gather and analyze player feedback related to the in-game economy, iterating on designs to address player concerns and enhance satisfaction.