Role Overview
The Game Design Architect is the creative and strategic mastermind behind all game experiences at Codex Adventures.
You will own the big picture of game structure, user journey, engagement pacing, and immersive world-building.
Working with the Game Design team Events Coordinator, and Game Masters, you’ll ensure every game delivers a seamless,
memorable, and high-quality player experience.

Background and experience

• University student in architecture or similar fields
• Strong interest or background in game design, puzzles and storytelling. 
  
• ​Organized, methodical, and able to translate abstract ideas into tangible designs.
• Clear communicator with strong leadership and collaboration skills.
• Passionate about immersive experiences, player psychology, and gamification.
• Familiarity with 3d modeling (Rhinoceros), drafting (autocad) and graphic design software (adobe suite) and physical prototyping and maintenance
• 3D printing knowledge is a plus
• Highly creative with a structured, logical approach to problem-solving.
• Hands-on builder and tinkerer.
• Curious, fun-loving, and detail-oriented.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop overarching narratives and themes for all escape rooms, outdoor games, trivia, and board game projects.
  
• Work closely with the engineering-focused Game Designer to align creative vision with technical feasibility.
  
• Take charge of the design and construction project management for all escape room projects
  
• Coordinate between all stake holders for the completion of the project (game design team, game masters, suppliers and contractors)
• Take charge of props construction & Maintenance to ensure physical elements support gameplay and storytelling.
• Design  full-game experiences, including puzzles, flow, narrative, and physical layout.
• Collaborate with the game design team on build-outs and installations.
• Continuously evaluate, maintain and improve existing room performance and condition
• Develop engaging outdoor escape games within our design framework
• Design original board games for in-house use or public sale.
• Write and structure trivia competitions (questions, rounds, scoring systems).
• Prototype and playtest all games before launch.
• Prepare game design documentation and schematics.
• Collaborate on budget planning for materials and prototyping.
• Stay up to date on game trends, puzzle mechanics, and industry innovations.

Schedule
4 days/week Hybrid
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