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Game Design
HTML5
eLearning
JavaScript
Ages 6 - 8
Construct 3
Ages 9 - 11
Game Development
Education Technology
Educational Leadership

✅ Construct 3 ✅ Construct 2 (HTML5 games) ✅ Unity ✅ Adobe Illustrator + Photoshop I am an expert in developing HTML5 and javascript based educational games in Construct2 and Construct3. I have a sound background of research in "Kids' education". I love working on and delivering educational projects. Apart from Scirra platforms, I offer my services Unity3D as well. P.S. I am super awesome to work with ;)

$45/hr

Game Design
Mathematics
Game Testing
Gameplay Design
Game Development
Game Programming
Software Documentation

Freelance game designer who has worked on over 40 different titles for VR, Blackchian, Mobile, PC, Web and Installations. Work has included level design, monetization, documentation and concept designs. My specific areas of interest are puzzle design and technical design (game balancing and economies). I have a 2:1 in Computing with Education Studies and have completed a years study in Video Game Design with PlaygroundSquad UK. I am proficient with Unity, UE4 and highly skilled with Game Maker Studio.

Game Design
C#
SQL
Unity
Transact-SQL
Virtual Reality
Microsoft SQL Server Programming
Microsoft SQL Server Administration

I am professional software developer experienced in Unity3d engine, C# and SQL development. Since 2012 I work as a Unity developer, mostly in the VR field. So if you're looking for Unity developer, especially for VR, please do not pass by. I have Oculus Rift, Oculus Go, Oculus Quest, Gear VR and Google Cardboard for testing purposes. Thank you in advance for your time and consideration!

$40/hr

Game Design
UX/UI
Sketch
Bootstrap
Web Design
Mobile UI Design
iPhone UI Design
Adobe Illustrator
Mobile App Design
User Interface Design
User Experience Design

Hello! I`m UX/UI designer during last 10 years. And I am the best freelancer in the Design & Creative category in my city in 2020. I have strong experience in UX/UI design. If you're reading this, you've probably already gone through dozens of UpWork profiles looking for the right person who can turn your product around. It might be cliche to say this, but yes, I'm the person you're looking for.

$50/hr

Game Design
Level Design
Game Testing
Content Writing
Creative Writing

I fell in love with videogames with (Super) Street Fighter 2 in 1994. Since then, I'm obsessed with games creation in all its forms and platforms. What I particularly like is testing and iterating new systems and the teamwork process that transform a simple idea into a finished game. My goal is to build a long lasting relationship with my clients. Key Skills - Rational Design : Difficulty Balancing, Rythm, Variety Distribution and Player Progression. - Game Mechanism : Creation, iteration and balancing - Versatile : Able to fit in different places with the same motivation and willingness to learn, no matter the type of game or Team Size -...

$15/hr

Game Design
Game
Mobile Game
3D Modeling
Mobile Game
Level Design
Gamification
Autodesk Maya
Gameplay Design
Creative Writing

- Hypercasual games full cycle services -Applications gamiffication -Level desig in Unity3d,assets integration parameters set-up -Quests design -Writing dialogs -Math and economy balance -Scriptwriting -Creating game mechanics -Processing data, KPI

$76/hr

Game Design
C#
C++
Unity
JavaScript
Unreal Engine
iOS Development
Game Development
Game Programming
Android App Development

Currently working as a game designer and developer my skill set focuses mostly on programming but often I find that on the projects I work on I end up taking on a lot of the tasks. There are four games under my belt with another three currently in development right now. One is contract work for a game studio and the others are personal projects as I try to expand and push my talents. I have worked on UI, VFX, and pixel art as well but most of my experience is in game mechanics, systems, and level design with all the programming associated with that. C# and C++ are my most commonly used languages with some time spent in Java-script as the...

$55/hr

Game Design
CorelDRAW
Logo Design
Illustration
Product Label
Graphic Design
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
Packaging Dieline
Corporate Branding
User Interface Design

Graphic Designer and Digital Content Designer with a background in branding and digital media, with 6 years of experience and a strong portfolio that shows high quality and solid projects. •Hands on experience as in-house designer as well as freelance with over 144 projects completed and delivered on time while addressing client concerns and requests; coordinated projects with outside agencies and printers. •Manages design and brand identity and translated brand attributes into effective creative design and collateral by means of graphics, colors and typography. •Ability to identify problems, creatively analyze the scope of the project, and...

$20/hr

Game Design
Cartooning
Logo Design
Illustration
Graphic Design
Adobe Photoshop
Digital Painting
Character Design
Adobe Illustrator
Book Cover Design

Hi everyone! My name is Helen and I have high education in university and my specialization is Graphical and Art Design. My goal is - Doing best in needed terms! So be sure, I will make everything great and in time! Also I am creative and communicative. I always try to learn new skills and become better in them with every day. Now I have five years of work experience in such skills as: - Web, UI design - Logo and Brand design - Infographics, Illustrations - Digital Art - Pixel Art, 2D Game Design, Isometric graphics. Check my profile to see more of my works. If you have questions - feel free to ask! I will be happy to make your project...

$18/hr

Game Design
CSS
HTML
Web Design
Logo Design
Mobile UI Design
UI/UX Prototyping
Advertising Design
User Interface Design
Brand Identity Design
User Experience Design

I have 5 years of commercial experience in Mobile📱 and Web UX and UI Design🖼 and I've been working in Web Development for over 2 years⏱ as a Front-end developer. I specialize in combining quality UI and graphic design with robust responsive code. I'm a very detail-oriented person and am also hardworking and responsible; especially with deadlines.🛎️⏲️ 📌Specialization: 💡 Web Design, Mobile App Design 📌Skills: 💡 Figma, Sketch App, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Experience Design 💡 React, HTML5, CSS3, JS I am inspired by the creation of UI / UX design: - CRM / ERP system🪕 - SAAS platforms 🔗 - Mobile...

Game Design
Unity
Unity
Game Art
Animation
CG Artwork
Unreal Engine
Game Development
Game Programming
Agile Software Development

Good day! You look sharp today. You're also light-years ahead of 90% of people with a "great idea for a game". So, congratulations! Now, let's see if my team can help bring your idea to life. FRAG Games is first non-European studio to be a part of the Remote Control Productions (Europe's largest family of game development studios). Here are some highlights you may be interested in: * Admire White Wizard Games, Cartoon Network, iDGi and Nvidia? We worked for them! * Think Dante is cool? We remade a 3D action slash em up in Unreal Engine 4 * Believe MMORPGS and Education are a match made in heaven? Check out Coda Quest! * Card Art....

$15/hr

Game Design
2D Design
3D Modeling
3D Animation
Autodesk Maya
Interior Design
Character Design
Substance Painter
Substance Designer
Adobe After Effects

I am most talented in my Game, Animation, Designing and Development. I always been more creative in designing and enhancing my skills further more. I created my career with a passionate of the games and needed to achieve a best quality output. I am giving my top priority to my client's needs and satisfaction. In addition i have good skills in Graphic designing and video production. I mostly work with 3D Maya, 3Ds Max, Unreal Engine 4, substance painter, substance designer, marvelous designer, B2M, After effects, Adobe Photoshop, Auto CAD, Coral Draw, Illustrator and Z Brush. If you need a unique and Creative work. I am your right candidate...

$40/hr

Game Design
2D Animation
Adobe Photoshop
Final Cut Pro X
Vector Graphics
Maxon Cinema 4D
Character Design
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe After Effects
Character Animation

illustrator & motion designer with 7+ years of experience I have wide experience in producing video explainers, logo animation, advertising, and much more. I love to explore creativity fields and combine a bunch of programs. Adobe Illustrator, Adobe After Effects, Cinema 4D, Procreate, Adobe Animate, Final Cut Pro, Photoshop, etc I specialize in creating custom animations and illustrations and can handle all aspects of production: illustration, animation, script, storyboard, post-production. Feel free to get in touch Skills & interests: • Character Designs • Social media & web graphics • illustration • 2d animation • Frame by frame...

$15/hr

Game Design
Autodesk
GUI Design
2D Game Art
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Photoshop
Mobile UI Design
Adobe Illustrator
Cartoon Character
Digital Illustration
Autodesk 3D Studio Max

10 years of expierence in gaming art, UI design illustration, concept and character art, as well as in architectural design and visuelisation, 3d modeling and graphic and logo design career goal: further development of my skills through variety of freelance work

$20/hr

Game Design
Sketching
2D Animation
Product Design
Microsoft Word
Adobe Photoshop
Autodesk 3ds Max
Autodesk AutoCAD
Adobe Illustrator
Freestyle Drawing

Hello, I am a professional Industrial Designer ( Product Designer). I'm currently working as a Mobile Games Designer. I have been in this field since few years and have developed a strong conceptual and visual understanding of game graphics. I am proficient in Adobe illustrator and photoshop, so i digital paint my work which gives depth to my work and is also appreciated by my clients. I am good in 3d modelling and rendering and After Effects animations. I am strong in visual communication and free hand drawings and sketches. I take up conceptual design and deliver good quality work to my clients.

$25/hr

Game Design
Poster Design
Graphic Design
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator

I have a master degree from Fine Arts University and 8+ years of experience as a successful UI game and graphic designer. I will take your ideas and work hard to deliver the highest quality designs that fulfill your vision and increase the success of your business. I have a proven track record of increasing sales and attracting new customers for my clients. I know that finding the right designer candidate can be difficult, that's why when I work, I try to make things as simple for you as possible, giving you hassle-free experience and the confidence that my work is of the highest quality. My expertise is graphic design, UI game design,...

$65/hr

Game Design
Vyond
eLearning
Infographics
Training Design
Articulate Studio
Adobe Illustrator
Instructional Design
Articulate Storyline
Microsoft PowerPoint

I am a well rounded learning and development specialist with experience designing and developing digital, in-person, and virtual classroom learning solutions for a wide range of companies large and small. I am an expert at Articulate Storyline, Articulate Studio, and Microsoft PowerPoint, and have experience working at all aspects of ADDIE and AGILE course development.

$15/hr

Game Design
Gaming
GameKit
Game Asset
2D Game Art
Illustration
Level Design
Adobe Photoshop
Gameplay Design
Environmental Design

Game and UI/UX designer I have proficiency in game levels , gaming art , game assets , GUI and UI and UX design for the mobile applications using photoshop , illustrator , figma and adobe xd. I am a self-learned designer currently working with game design , development and applications design projects. I am an artist, and I create 2d game assets and environments for 2d platformers and RPGs. I explore different art styles in my work and continuously learn to make it better. I have worked on Game UI projects, Game level design, game asset creation , and UI design for apps. I am one year experienced freelance graphic designer based...

$35/hr

Game Design
Unity
3D Modeling
3D Animation
3D Rendering
Autodesk Maya
Adobe Photoshop
Autodesk 3ds Max
Game Customization
Adobe After Effects

I am a gaming graphic designer with a complete understanding of game engines and developer requirements. Designs directly affect the game size and performance, so it becomes vital to use many optimization techniques to get the utmost game performance. With experience of 7 years in designing and animation, I can help you out to design anything you want from 2D portraits, user Interfaces to 3D models and animations for ordinary and gaming projects as well. Listed below are my most honed skills: Autodesk 3d Studio Max, Autodesk Maya, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe After effects, Adobe Premiere Pro, Unity3d, Adobe Illustrator, Substance Painter.

$20/hr

Game Design
3D Modeling
2D Game Art
Concept art
Illustration
Concept Design
Adobe Photoshop
Digital Painting
Character Design
Concept Artistry
Portrait Painting

I'm Concept Artist/2D Artist. I have experience in creating graphics for mobile games, gambling games and concept art for cinema and animation. Also I have huge experience in creating isometric art, concept design, portrait painting. I understand how to create graphics for animation and I know how to create concept art for 3D Artist. I use several 3D software tools to optimize my art. I'll be happy to work with you. Contact me and we are going to discuss everything.

$75/hr

Game Design
Logo
Modern
Minimal
Branding
Logo Design
Style Guide
Print Design
Graphic Design
Brand Identity
Brand Identity & Guidelines

Need help creating a logo that is unique to your business? I am a logo & graphic designer with 15 years of experience creating memorable logos & brand materials. I've designed for small businesses, entrepreneurs, and nationwide brands. My mission is to design logos and marketing material that make a powerful statement about who you are. ---- How can I help you? ----- As a creative designer and an out-of-the-box thinker, I'll create for you unique professional designs that will grab attention and help your business grow. Your designs will follow a unique design style that can be used throughout all of your marketing materials and will...

$20/hr

Game Design
SEO
Angular 8
JavaScript
Apple macOS
Apple Xcode
Android Studio
iPhone UI Design
SEO Keyword Research
iPhone App Development
Mobile App Development

6+ years of experience in developing and designing User Interface applications, integrated with various databases and client-server based applications in iPad/iPhone application development. I have: ✔Extensive knowledge in all phases of software development life cycle which addresses requirement analysis, implementation cycle, designing, debugging, bug fixing and maintenance. ✔Excellent software architecture skills, with the ability to develop well-structure code that adheres to OOP principals. ✔Experience integrating with RESTful APIs to connect apps to JSON back-end services. ✔Good comprehension of UI/UX ✔Solid understanding of the...

$20/hr

Game Design
C#
Unity
MySQL
Phaser
Node.js
ExpressJS
JavaScript
RESTful API
Web Application
Game Development

Hi there, I have five years+ of experience in professional Game Development with Unity3D & HTML5 Game development with PhaserJs. I have work experience in Hyper Casual, Arcade game, Racing game, Card game, FPS, TPS, Action, RPG game development. I have published 70+ games on play-store and also developed many PC and Browser-based games. I also have work experience with some top game publishers. Here is my skill set: * Work experience in Hyper Casual, Arcade, Racing, Card, FPS Shooting, Action, RPG game development * Expert in 2D and 3D gameplay scripting * Experienced in SDK integration (Admob, Facebook, IAP, Playfab, etc.) * HTML5 Game...

$45/hr

Game Design
C#
VR
AR
Unity
Unity
Prototype
Game Development

I have worked with some of the best studios in the world to create games from AAA to indie in every genre from platforming, MMORPG's to VR beat em ups! Having started programming since the C64 at age 9 I have continually developed my skills which have let me build tools, systems and content for games over the years. I even ran my own successful studio for several years before being bought over. Now with time on my hands I'm working with studios to take them to the next level and build tools and features that excite me! That's where you come in. What do you have that excites me to work on your products and how can we work together to...

Game Design
Game
GameMaker
Game Testing
Gamification
Gameplay Design
Game Development
Game Consultation
Game Customization
Game Design Document

I am an experienced game designer who is passionate in developing society by using game and gamification. I design desired actions, mechanics, contents ,story-telling, and experiences of games in order to motivate humans' behaviour. I believe game is a way that can develop human lives by making them easily engage and be fun with virtual realistic simulations.

Game Design
Writing
UX Design
Mobile Game
Game Testing
Scriptwriting
Gameplay Design
Game Development
Game Design Document
English to Russian Translation

I'm experienced game designer with high skills at: - creating game concept; - creation of narrative and plot; - mathematical balance of the game economy, game systems balance, UX and etc; - creation of technical tasks for programmers and artists; - creation of project documentation; - analysis of statistics to find and fix weaknesses in the game cycles; - creation of unique game mechanics; - artistic EN-RU and RU-EN translation; - creation of game monetization, sales systems and etc; - creation of UI comfortable for players; Also I have skills: - Spine2D animation; - Adobe Photoshop; - Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Visio, and Google Docs;...

$50/hr

Game Design
Blender
3D Design
UV Mapping
3D Modeling
3D Printing
3D Sculpting
Autodesk Maya
Texture Artist
Pixologic Zbrush
Digital Sculpting

I work with individual and corporate clients around the world to help them develop and realize their ideas. I am creating prototypes of original figures, collectible miniatures, 3d models for games and movies. To do this, I: • Review and analyze your technical idea; • Advise you how we can implement this together; • I determine the time and budget; • Give you process updates and 2 rounds of free revisions based on your comments; • Provide files prepared in accordance with the technical requirements. Working with me, you will get high-quality models, precisely prepared in accordance with the assignment. At exactly the...

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What is a game designer?

Game design involves the design of video gameplay, including environmental development, art direction, character development, storyline writing, and other relevant responsibilities. Game designers on Upwork can help you tackle a variety of game development requirements by using software such as Minecraft, Unity 3D, Blender, Maya, and more.

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How much does it cost to hire a game designer?

Rates can vary due to many factors, including expertise and experience, location, and market conditions.

An experienced game designer may command higher fees but also work faster, have more-specialized areas of expertise, and deliver higher-quality work.
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Job post title

Create a simple title that describes exactly what you're looking for. The idea is to target the keywords that your ideal candidate is likely to type into a job search bar to find your project. Here are some sample game designer job post titles:

Need to hire 2 game designers familiar with 3D landscapes
Excellent game designer needed to clean up bugs in new game
Looking for top notch programmer who can help develop 3D chess game

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An effective game designer job post should include:

Scope of work: From environmental design to game testing, list all the deliverables you'll need.
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Background: If you prefer experience with certain genres, software, or landscapes, mention this here.
Budget: Set a budget and note your preference for hourly rates vs. fixed-price contracts.

Game designer job responsibilities

Here are some examples of game designer job responsibilities:

Participate in brainstorming sessions focused on plot outlines for world areas and storylines
Lead overall testing process for game updates and content
Write and code scripts, dialogue, item descriptions, and other requirements as necessary

Game designer job requirements and qualifications

Be sure to include any requirements and qualifications you're looking for in a Game designer. Here are some examples:

Minimum of 3 years programming in Unity 3D
Extensive experience working in the games industry as a lead designer
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