Game Director

About Blackbird Interactive

Blackbird Interactive is a creative-fueled, independent game studio offering long-term careers across world-class IPs and original creations across multiple genres. We operate as a remote-first workplace with flexible work arrangements.

Responsibilities

• Partner with project leadership and publishing stakeholders to define, reinforce, and execute the overall creative vision, translating it into clear cross-disciplinary priorities for a cohesive third-person tactical shooter experience
• Provide direction and oversight across all disciplines (design, engineering, art, and audio) ensuring gameplay systems, AI behaviors, narrative tone, and presentation align with the core project pillars
• Lead and support discipline leaders, fostering a collaborative, accountable culture focused on delivering a cohesive and complete product
• Work closely with production to plan, scope, and sequence development efforts, identifying risks early and guiding tradeoffs to deliver a polished, high-quality experience
• Establish quality bars and review processes across all aspects of the game, ensuring consistency, clarity, and fun
• Contribute hands-on when needed to unblock teams and prototype solutions

Note: Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada and reside within Canada.