Video Game Designers
O*NET-SOC 15-1255.01 · interest code AIE
Design core features of video games. Specify innovative game and role-play mechanics, story lines, and character biographies. Create and maintain design documentation. Guide and collaborate with production staff to produce games as designed.
How this work is wired
O*NET rates every occupation 1-7 on six interest dimensions. This one leans Artistic — creating, designing, performing, working without a fixed procedure — then Investigative and Enterprising.
Preparation typically needed
Job Zone 4 — considerable preparation — usually a four-year degree plus experience.