Product Designer

We are the makers of casual mobile hit Love & Pies, which globally launched in September 2021 and has now found its way into the hands of millions of players around the world. We’re backed by Supercell, one of the biggest and best in the industry.

‍We make games for everyone that are snackable yet nourishing — built to fit into your daily life, but with the emotional depth of your favourite TV show. Our team always comes first at Trailmix, and our culture is built on both high performance and high care — we strive to be the best versions of ourselves, but always within an environment based on inclusivity, respect and safety, no matter who you are or where you come from.

About the Role

As a Product Designer, you will be part of a talented team of designers and be responsible for developing and growing our games. The core responsibility of the Product Design function is to collaborate on the team to move the vision of the Design Spec through the feature lifecycle. You will be a stakeholder for the player from conception to implementation.

From Discovery to Development to Lifecycle Management of a feature.

On Discovery, your role is to bring in Player Insights to the team, sharing knowledge gathered through interpreting playtest results and market trends.

On Development, the Product Design function pitches the stakeholders, together with the design team, what’s necessary to have as part of the first playable of a feature. They should also be responsible for collaboration with the Art team on how to move low fidelity mockups to the high-quality end result that matches the standard of the game they’re working with.

On Lifecycle Management, the Product Designer should react to player feedback and understand the user facing moving parts of the feature that can be used to support Product Managers in their effort to optimize the live operations of the game

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with other departments to align on game development goals
• Deliver high-quality screen flows and low fidelity prototypes
• Push forward initiatives, job frameworks, improvements and best practices to help designers validate their features.
• Be responsible for organizing internal playtests and collaborate with potential vendors for external playtests
• Drive problem-solving culture both on your design team and for the team at large
• Impart your experience and methods to the team, and leverage their strengths and backgrounds to build a versatile team capable of tackling any challenge
• Work closely with product engineers to suggest improvements for products and processes.

Requirements

Proven experience in all phases of the design process including user research, copywriting, wireframing, prototyping, visual design, interaction design, and usability testing

• Expertise in low fidelity prototype tools like Figma and ability to guide development of low fidelity playables in Unity.
• Experience in developing and managing live titles
• Ability to collect and interpret both qualitative and quantitative feedback
• Ability to effectively communicate and persuade around design concepts
• Passion for games and commitment to delivering high-quality experiences
• Provide assistance to product engineers when needed
• Recommend new tools and technologies by staying up-to-date of the latest trends and techniques

Nice-to-Have

• Top class Graphic Design skills and having the ability to translate low fidelity mockups to high quality renders.
• Ability to translate interactable/playables from UX tools straight into the Unity engine.

Our London Studio Location

At Trailmix, we've embraced a hybrid work model, balancing in-person collaboration and remote flexibility. Our team gathers at our vibrant studio in Kings X three days a week—Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays—while enjoying the convenience of remote work for the remaining days.

Our Benefits

• Investing in Your Growth: Unleash your potential with our generous development budget. After completing your three-month probation, all team members receive a £1,000 allowance to fuel their professional growth each year.
• Fueling Your Day: Our kitchens are fully stocked with delicious treats and drinks, and we provide breakfast and lunch supplies to keep you energised throughout the day.
• Building Connections: Join us every Friday for a team lunch courtesy of Just Eat -  a chance to connect and recharge for the week ahead..
• Planning for Your Future: Take control of your financial future with our contributory pension scheme. Plus, enjoy the added benefit of tax-free contributions.
• Unlocking Ownership: As a valued team member, you'll have the opportunity to own a stake in our success through tax-advantaged stock options.
• Caring for Your Well-being: Your health is our priority. Enjoy peace of mind with our fully comprehensive private medical care, with premiums paid by Trailmix. Plus, access mental health support 24/7 with the Spill Mental Health App.
• Time to Recharge: Our generous holiday allowance allows you to take a well-deserved break. You'll enjoy 28 days of annual leave, including three company holiday days around Christmas.
• Trailbreak: We close the office for one week each year to give the whole team time off to recharge and reset.
• Surprise and Delight: Feel appreciated and valued with various company gifts throughout the year.
• Celebrations: Join us for various socials and events throughout the year, from team outings to themed parties.
• Setting You Up for Success: Receive a £250 work-from-home budget to ensure you have the proper home setup to perform at your best.

Our Inclusive Culture

Trailmix was founded to make a positive impact on our players, our community, and our colleagues. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture, and our priority is fostering an environment where people can flourish. We think it’s vital that players see themselves represented in games, and Love & Pies, we showcase the beautiful diversity of life. Love & Pies represents the people we are and the people we love, and we’re always looking to add more people who want to design games for everyone.