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About the Company:

We are a leading full-service advertising and entertainment agency. We work with the biggest names in Sports and Fortune 500 companies, providing deep expertise in sales, marketing, content creation, event production, activation, and more. Van Wagner has been connecting brands to sports for decades. When we first entered the sports landscape, we used our creativity and expertise to develop unique advertising and marketing opportunities for brands to reach millions of sports fans at live events. As the world’s leaders in TV-visible signage, our Dorna team positions brands in the heart of the action, selling high-impact, visible signage behind Homeplate, courtside, and along fields of play across more than 500 professional and collegiate sports teams across the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, NCAA, MLS, and International Soccer. As industry leaders and innovators within sport presentation and video board production, Van Wagner's Productions team has developed, produced, and directed in-stadium shows for nearly every major event in sports. We work with the highest profile leagues, teams, and venues in the world, including the NFL Super Bowl, Olympic Games, Formula 1, NCAA Championships, US Open Tennis, Kentucky Derby, NHL All-Star Game & Winter Classic, and MLB Field of Dreams, to name a few.

Overview / Objective:

Serve in an administrative role for event presentation and show production across the National Football League’s tentpole events, including the Super Bowl, Pro Bowl, Draft, Scouting Combine, Hall of Fame, Flag Championships, and Kickoff. This role will focus on administrative strategy, logistics, and supporting our growing number of domestic events and international games.

The role will support key aspects related to NFL event presentation administration and logistics. Additionally, they will assist in the facilitation of game presentation across all 32 Clubs by engaging in ongoing discussions on optimal practices, innovation, and policies. This role requires an understanding of event presentation across sports/entertainment, with a detail-oriented and solution-based mindset.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinate and support key components for NFL Domestic & International Games/Events: content development, pre-event pageantry/game timeline, entertainment, creative development, production, and talent management.
• Play a key role in on-site presentation execution across all major NFL events, including Super Bowl game (and surrounding events), Pro Bowl, NFL Draft, Scouting Combine, the Hall of Fame
• Coordinate and manage all logistical assets and resources, including pre-production, on-site operations, and post-event breakdown.
• Maintain the application and consistency of logistics and operations planning across all NFL events to ensure scalable and repeatable best practices.
• Create and maintain event-specific logistics and operations manuals to drive efficiency, consistency, and sustainability.
• Manage the annual NFL event calendar from an operational standpoint to align timelines, track milestones, and deliver key information to all relevant parties.
• Manage operational purchasing workflows, including purchase orders, vendor invoices, and talent/vendor contracts
• Identify best-in-class content strategies and tactics through analysis of league event performance, club input, and external case studies, supporting the adoption of best practices across the League and the clubs.

About This Role:

• This role is strategically positioned at the intersection of the NFL and the NFL-focused department at Van Wagner Productions, serving as a key operational link between both organizations. In this dynamic position, you will be responsible for the administrative management of processes and operations that enhance the efficiency of the NFL while ensuring adherence to the internal guidelines of Van Wagner Productions.

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of event production and timelines for live events
• Understanding of live production processes
• Strong administrative or organizational skills
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally, as required
• Experience with creating engaging presentations and decks for C-Level and large-scale planning meetings
• Strong communication, organizational, and presentation skills
• Experience in serving as a point of contact for vendors and production teams
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Other Key Attributes / Talent Characteristics

• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to create/present decks and clearly articulate event entertainment strategies across the organization and to external partners
• Strong time management and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Flexibility to travel and work non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends, as required by project schedules.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ Years of Live Event Production Experience or related work
• 4 Year Degree

Physical Demands

• Standing for long periods of time. Covering large footprints across event sites

Why Van Wagner May Be Right for You:

• An unmatched culture within our organization that focuses on building trust with our clients, team members, and partners through a people-first approach that delivers business results.
• Competitive salary and paid time off.
• Outstanding benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, life insurance).
• 401k

$13/hour

16+ earns $13/hour, positions also available for 14/15 year olds, pay may vary based on job duties and responsibilities. 

At Cedar Point, work is FUN! Working as games associate means you will focus on high-energy guest interaction by encouraging them to play midway games! You’ll also…

• Explain and demonstrate games to guests, conduct sales transactions for guests to play the game, and provide guests with game supplies/equipment needed to play.
• Determine winners, record winners, and distribute prizes.
• Maintain appropriate levels of stock; move and organize stock in stockrooms
• Clean game booth and keep equipment in good condition

Some of our amazing perks and benefits:

• Paid training and FREE uniforms!
• FREE Admission to Cedar Point and other Cedar Fair parks!
• FREE tickets and discounts to local attractions!
• FREE tickets for family and friends!
• 20% discounts on food and merchandise!
• Employee-only ride nights, game nights, and FREE FOOD events!

Cedar Fair is home to 13 unique and exciting properties, so come join our world class team at Cedar Point. Cedar Point provides premiere entertainment with 200+ acres of FUN. As a member of our team, you’ll…

• Make our guests happy by delivering amazing experiences and helping them create lifelong memories.
• Interact with different people of all ages and backgrounds
• Gain skills, knowledge and experience that will benefit your future

• You!
• People who love helping others and will support the needs of our guests and associates.
• Good judgement and a commitment to safety.
• Ability to work and interact with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Individuals with a passion and excitement about Cedar Point.
• Availability to include some weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.

$13/hour

16+ earns $13/hour, positions also available for 14/15 year olds, pay may vary based on job duties and responsibilities. 

At Cedar Point, work is FUN! Working as games associate means you will focus on high-energy guest interaction by encouraging them to play midway games! You’ll also…

• Explain and demonstrate games to guests, conduct sales transactions for guests to play the game, and provide guests with game supplies/equipment needed to play.
• Determine winners, record winners, and distribute prizes.
• Maintain appropriate levels of stock; move and organize stock in stockrooms
• Clean game booth and keep equipment in good condition

Some of our amazing perks and benefits:

• Paid training and FREE uniforms!
• FREE Admission to Cedar Point and other Cedar Fair parks!
• FREE tickets and discounts to local attractions!
• FREE tickets for family and friends!
• 20% discounts on food and merchandise!
• Employee-only ride nights, game nights, and FREE FOOD events!

Cedar Fair is home to 13 unique and exciting properties, so come join our world class team at Cedar Point. Cedar Point provides premiere entertainment with 200+ acres of FUN. As a member of our team, you’ll…

• Make our guests happy by delivering amazing experiences and helping them create lifelong memories.
• Interact with different people of all ages and backgrounds
• Gain skills, knowledge and experience that will benefit your future

• You!
• People who love helping others and will support the needs of our guests and associates.
• Good judgement and a commitment to safety.
• Ability to work and interact with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Individuals with a passion and excitement about Cedar Point.
• Availability to include some weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.

OFFICIAL JOB TITLE: Head Coach for Men's Lacrosse /Game Management Assistant

DIVISION: Administration & Facilities

DEPARTMENT: Athletics and Recreation

BARGAINING UNIT STATUS: ESU CAT. 14

JOB CODE: DA8879 FLSA STATUS: Exempt

REPORTS TO: Athletic Administrator

SUPERVISES: Exercises direct supervision of 2 to 4 part-time Assistant Coaches

SUMMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION: The Head Coach for Men's Lacrosse/Game Management Assistant leads all facets of the men's lacrosse program, including practice and competition management, student-athlete recruitment and retention, fiscal oversight, supervision and mentoring of assistant coaches, academic and personal development of studentathlete recruitment and retention, fiscal oversight, supervision and mentoring of assistant coaches, academic and personal development of studentathletes, scheduling, travel coordination, and alumni and family engagement. In addition to coaching duties, the incumbent supports the Athletics Facilities team by performing secondary responsibilities as a game management assistant, contributing to the setup, coordination, and administration of home athletic events to ensure a safe, organized, and positive experience for teams, officials, and spectators.

In carrying out these responsibilities, the incumbent follows the University's best practices to build and/or support student academic success and retention and assist in meeting strategic objectives for persistence and timely graduation of all the student population.

EXAMPLES OF PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lacrosse Coaching & Program Management

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• Performs all the duties associated with managing and serving as the Head Coach of men's lacrosse, including but not limited to managing practices and competitions, team recruitment and retention, budget management (e.g., equipment, recruiting, personnel), supervision and mentoring of assistant coaches, mentoring student-athletes, competition schedule development, transportation and meals for away contests, alumni and family engagement
  
• Ensures compliance with NCAA, Conference, and institutional policies and procedures, including the NCAA Principals of Ethical Conduct, and demonstrates professionalism on and off the field
  
• Reinforces the priorities of health and safety through attention to the NCAA acclimatization rules, NCAA Sports Sciences Institute consensus statements, National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletics Equipment (NOCSAE) protective equipment standards, institutional policies and procedures, and best practices in collaboration with the Sports Medicine team
  
• Collaborates with department and campus partners to support team publicity. statistics, health and injury reporting, equipment management, and the upkeep of sport and locker room facilities
  
• Assists with evaluating, selecting, and ordering program equipment and ensures that annual reconditioning and recertification of equipment is conducted
  

Game Management Support

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• Serves as a member of the athletic facilities team for game management support
  

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• Assists with field and facility setup and breakdown for home contests, ensuring all areas are prepared safely and in accordance with departmental standards
  
• Supports game day coordination to help deliver a positive and wellorganized game day experience
  
• Serves as an athletic administrator at home events when assigned, helping oversee game operations, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with conference and NCAA expectations
  
• Coordinates with department and campus partners to support smooth execution of home events and game day logistics
  
• Helps ensure that game operations adhere to NCAA, conference, and institutional rules and expectations for safety, sportsmanship, and event conduct
  
• Performs other job-related duties and responsibilities that may be assigned and/or the job description may be changed periodically to reflect changing organization needs
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree

EXPERIENCE:

Demonstrated (3 years) experience as a collegiate lacrosse coach

Demonstrated (3 years) experience recruiting and retaining student-athletes

OTHER:

Regular travel to off-campus locations

Must be available to respond to situations that arise during holidays, weekends, or evenings

Possession of a valid driver's license and a good driving record. Driver's license must remain valid throughout the duration of employment in the position.

Successfully completes required annual NCAA Division III rules testing, maintains relevant certifications, and fulfills assigned training requirements

CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree

Head coaching experience at the NCAA Division III level

Previous experience in athletic administration at the collegiate level

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

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• Knowledge, understanding, and ability to apply and instruct sport-specific skills, techniques, and strategies
  
• Success leading and managing a team of professionals
  
• Strong commitment to the NCAA Division III Philosophy
  
• Demonstrated commitment to the academic success of student-athletes
  
• Ability to counsel, recruit and retain student-athletes
  
• Understanding of technology including video breakdown, recruiting software, etc.
  
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and written and verbal communication skills
  
• Ability and willingness to work effectively in a team atmosphere
  
• Ability to work with a diverse population
  
• Knowledge of and ability to implement University and NCAA policies and procedures
  
• Ability to engage alumni effectively and cultivate meaningful relationships that support fundraising initiatives
  
• Ability to cultivate and sustain positive, collaborative relationships with University and community partners
  

SALARY: $63,389.00 - $79,236.49

UMass Dartmouth offers exciting benefits such as:

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• 75% Employer-Paid Health Insurance
  
• Flexible Spending Accounts
  
• Life Insurance
  
• Long Term Disability
  
• State Pension Retirement Plan
  
• Optional Retirement Savings Plans
  
• Tuition Credit (Employee, Spouse, & Dependents)
  
• Twelve (12) paid holidays
  
• Paid personal, vacation, and sick time
  
• And More!
  

Benefits for ESU Union: ESU

Applicants must be authorized for employment in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship is not available.

To apply please submit a letter of interest, a current resume and the contact information for three professional references.

The deadline for early consideration of internal ESU applicants is March 5, 2026.

The projected start date for this position is on or after April 27, 2026.

The review of applications will be ongoing until the position is filled.

$12.50 / hour

The Carowinds Games Department focuses on Guest interaction by encouraging them to play midway games. We thrive in a high energy competitive environment where we draw attention to our games with the use of microphones and other salesmanship techniques. As part of the team, you're selling an experience whether win or lose, the Guest’s time will be memorable! You'll also:

• Explain and demonstrate games to customers, conducts sales transactions for guests to play the game, and provides guests with game supplies/equipment needed to play.
• Determine winners, records winners, and distributes prizes.
• Maintain appropriate levels of stock; moves and organizes stock in stockrooms; assists supervisor with inventory counts.
• Clean game booth, keeps equipment in good condition, receives, stores, and displays prizes.

Some of our amazing perks and benefits:

• FREE admission to Carowinds and other parks!
• FREE tickets for friends and family!
• 10% discounts on food and 20% discounts on merchandise!
• Work with people from here, near, and from all over the world!
• Exclusive associate-only events!
• Benefits for part-time, year-round positions include paid time off!

Apply now if you're looking for a rewarding job that's also FUN! Our jobs can lead to a successful future by developing resume-building skills as well as gaining knowledge through training and work experience.

Positions are currently available for those who are 16 or older.

We are here to make people happy!! Carowinds associates are enthusiastic about their work because they create fun and memories to last lifetime! They are crucial to providing guests with a variety of engaging activities that reflect and uphold our core values of Integrity, Courtesy, and Inclusiveness.

• You!
• People who love helping others and will support the needs of our guests and associates.
• Good judgement and a commitment to safety.
• Ability to work and interact with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Individuals with a passion and excitement about Carowinds.
• Availability to include some weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.

$13.00/hour

Joining our Games Team means assisting and encouraging guests to play our games and paid attractions!

Working at Kings Dominion as a seasonal Games Associate, you will have access to these amazing perks:

• PAID Training!
• FREE Uniforms!
• FREE Admission to Kings Dominion and other Six Flags Parks!
• FREE Tickets for family and friends!
• Discounts of Food and Merchandise!
• Work with people from all over the world!
• Employee-only RIDE nights, GAME nights, and FREE FOOD events!
• Referral bonuses - work with your friends!

Six Flags is in the business of FUN and is home to many unique and exciting properties, so come and join our team in Doswell, VA, at Kings Dominion.  Kings Dominion features unforgettable adventures and is TWO parks in one!

At Kings Dominion we are here to make people happy!  Kings Dominion associates are enthusiastic about their work because they create fun and exciting memories that will last a lifetime! 

We want YOU to come and join us! 

As a member of our team you will:

• Make our guests happy by delivering amazing experiences and helping them create lifelong memories.
• Interact with different people of all ages and backgrounds.
• Gain skills, knowledge, and experience that will benefit your future. 

As a seasonal Games Associate you will: 

• Greet each guest with a smile!
• Enable guests to win GREAT prizes!
• Talk on a microphone to attract guests to your assigned game to sell the experience.
• Review rules and objectives prior to play.
• Provide excitement to game players.
• Keep all areas of neat and presentable. 

• You!
• Individuals with a passion and excitement about Kings Dominion!   
• People who love helping others and will support the needs of our guests and associates.   
• Ability to work and interact with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Good judgment and commitment to safety.
• Availability to include some weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays. 

The opportunity

Delaware North Gaming is hiring a full-time Environmental Services Attendant to join our team at Hamburg Gaming in Hamburg, New York. As an Environmental Services Attendant, you will perform custodial duties to keep the property clean and sanitized. If you are looking for a role offering teamwork, excitement, and career growth, apply now.

Pay

$16.50 - $17.50 / hour

Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at .

What we offer

We care about our team member’s personal and professional well-being. Delaware North provides a benefits package designed to give you the comfort, safety, and security you need to deliver exceptional experiences for our guests. All team members receive benefits including:

• Weekly pay
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee discounts
• Flexible work schedules

Eligible team members may also receive: health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation days and holidays, paid parental bonding leave, employee assistance program, and tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement.

What will you do?

• Clean areas, rooms, meeting rooms, and restrooms according to procedures and sanitation guidelines
• Replenish supplies in restrooms 
• Conduct a walk-around of the assigned areas to ensure housekeeping standards are met
• Report maintenance and repair problems to the supervisor
• Ensure all lost and found items are turned in and logged daily

More about you

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Working knowledge of various cleaning utensils, dryers, vacuum cleaners, tools, and fixtures
• Ability to work quickly under pressure, follow directions, and be guest service-oriented
• Ability to make simple addition and subtraction calculations
• No experience or diploma required

Physical requirements

• Frequent walking and standing for the entire length of the shift
• Frequent climbing of stairs, bending, stooping, reaching, kneeling, and carrying
• Use of hands to operate cleaning equipment and perform washing duties

Shift details

Days
Holidays
Weekends
8hr shift

Who we are

Hamburg Gaming, managed by Delaware North is at the Erie County Fairgrounds in Hamburg, New York., near Buffalo. The property features 940 gaming machines on the main gaming floor and an outdoor gaming patio.

Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.

Who says you can't love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you're interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we're invested in helping you achieve your career goals.

Together, we're shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!

Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

Overview:

Starting wage $14.75 / hour 

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age. 

​​Join the Live Entertainment team and help us present some of this year’s shows, events, and attractions. Use your costume and sewing experience and continue to build your skills as a Costume/Wardrobe Technician! 

With more than 60 rides, an award-winning kids’ area, 20-acre waterpark, shows and attractions, Kings Dominion offers the perfect combination of world-class thrills and attractions! 

• ​Work closely with Costume leadership to ensure quality of all themed entertainment and stage productions.  

• ​Assist in all costume related aspects of attractions and productions including design, construction, and maintenance. 

• ​Prepare costumes for shows (stage shows, street performers, musicians, characters, etc) and maintain costume appearance and continuity. 

• ​Fit and alter costumes as needed, utilizing sewing machine as needed and demonstrating basic sewing ability (seams, hems, buttons, etc.). 

• ​Clean performer’s costumes after the show, prepare laundry, and use washer and dryer as directed.

Some of our amazing perks and benefits: 

• FREE Admission to Kings Dominion and other Six Flags Parks and Waterparks! 

• FREE tickets for friends and family! 

• Exclusive employee RIDE nights, GAME nights, and FREE FOOD events! 

• Paid training and opportunities for advancement! 

• Discounts on park food and merchandise! 

• ​You! 

• ​Ability to demonstrate costume construction from pattern to completion of garment. 

• ​Ability to demonstrate strong sewing ability (by both hand and machine).   

• ​Experience in theatre or in the themed entertainment industry preferred.  

• ​People who love helping others and will support the needs of our guests and associates.  

• ​Ability to work and interact with people from diverse backgrounds. 

• ​Availability to include some weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.  

$15/hr

Ages 18+

At Cedar Point, work is FUN! As a line cook, you'll prepare food items for our guests within our Cedar Point Resorts! You’ll also…

• Understand and adhere to all food hygiene and health safety regulations.
• Cook, prepare and serve quality food items to our guests while providing prompt service and proper portioning of food items. 

• Monitor and control safe food handling procedures, including: time/temperature control, sanitation, cross-contamination, product rotation, storage levels, and cooling procedures.

Some of our amazing perks and benefits:

• Paid training and FREE uniforms!
• FREE Admission to Cedar Point and our other properties!
• FREE tickets and discounts to local attractions!
• FREE tickets for family and friends!
• 20% discounts on food and merchandise!
• Employee-only ride nights, game nights, and FREE FOOD events!

Come join our world class team at Cedar Point! Cedar Point provides premiere entertainment with 200+ acres of FUN and we want YOU to join us in making people happy! As a member of our team, you’ll…

• Make our guests happy by delivering amazing experiences and helping them create lifelong memories.
• Interact with different people of all ages and backgrounds.
• Gain skills, knowledge and experience that will benefit your future.

• You!
• People who love helping others and will support the needs of our guests and associates.
• Good judgement and a commitment to safety.
• Ability to work and interact with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Individuals with a passion and excitement about Cedar Point.
• Availability to include some weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Location: Hybrid: Los Angeles, Remote: Pacific Time Zone

Department: Game Design

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role:

Refactor Games is a AAA sports video game studio. We are developing the next generation of professional football (soccer) video games using Unreal Engine 5.

We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Game Designer to design, implement, and iterate core game systems that define how our AAA European football video game feels, behaves, and engages players — across gameplay, modes, progression, and meta structures. You’ll work hands-on within Unreal Engine (Blueprints and scripting) to prototype, tune, and ship systems while bridging the gap between creative design vision and engineering execution.

In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with designers, engineers, animators, UX, and production to ensure our football systems, from player mechanics to match-level logic, are robust, reusable, well-documented, and optimized for performance.

** All applications must include a Cover Letter. Please detail your past experience with Sports Game development and relevant soccer experience/fandom, if applicable. **

Experience:

• 3+ years of professional game design or technical design experience.
• Including work on at least one shipped title (AAA or high-quality).

What You'll Work On:

• Implement gameplay systems using Unreal Engine Blueprints and gameplay scripting, ensuring fidelity, performance, and scalability across content.
• Prototype new systems and features rapidly in editor and iterate based on feedback from design reviews and playtests.
• Collaborate with engineering to define architecture, data flow, and scripting standards for game systems.
• Tune system behavior for balance, player experience, and performance, using telemetry and designer instinct.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams (AI, animation, UX, economy, live ops) to ensure game systems integrate cleanly across features.
• Write clear documentation including design specs, variable definitions, use cases, and technical expectations.
• Debug gameplay logic and support QA in identifying issues, performance bottlenecks, and systemic edge cases.
• Support ongoing game content updates, seasonal content pipelines, and live tuning processes.

Requirements:

• Hands-on experience with Unreal Engine 5 workflows, including Blueprints and gameplay scripting.
• Strong understanding of gameplay systems design, including mechanics, progression logic, and modular systems.
• Ability to implement, test, and optimize systems in engine with iterative prototyping.
• Ability to work collaboratively with programmers and other designers to deliver system features.
• Solid documentation and communication skills, articulating design intent and technical constraints.
• Passion for football (soccer) games and understanding of how systems support player engagement.

Bonus Points:

• Experience working on sports titles or competitive multiplayer games.
• Familiarity with networked gameplay replication, gameplay abilities, and data-driven systems.
• Experience with Unreal Engine C++ integration, data asset workflows, and gameplay scripting conventions.
• Ability to leverage player data and analytics to refine systems over time.
• Experience designing systems for live content cadence, progression balance, and seasonal features.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to influence core systems in a major AAA football game and work on cutting-edge features.
• Cross-discipline collaboration with designers, engineers, and live operations teams.
• Competitive compensation, and benefits.
• Career growth opportunities into Senior or Lead Technical Design positions.

Location: Hybrid: Los Angeles, Remote: Pacific Time Zone

Department: Game Design

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role:

Refactor Games is a AAA sports video game studio. We are developing the next generation of professional football (soccer) video games using Unreal Engine 5.

We’re looking for a Game Designer - Live Ops to help drive the design and execution of dynamic live content, events, and engagement systems for our AAA European football video game built in Unreal Engine 5. You’ll work closely with cross-discipline teams to launch compelling in-game experiences that boost engagement, retention, and long-term player satisfaction.

This role is ideal for a designer who enjoys balancing creative live events with data-informed iteration and thrives in a collaborative environment focused on continuous live service excellence.

** NOTE: All applications must include a Cover Letter. Please detail your past experience with Sports Game development and relevant soccer experience/fandom, if applicable. **

Experience:

• 2+ years of professional experience in game design, including live ops, event design, or related fields.
• At least 1 shipped AAA title, bonus points for sports titles.

What You'll Work On:

• Design and implement live events, campaigns, challenges, missions, and thematic content that drive player engagement and retention.
• Configure and tune live ops content within tools and pipelines, supporting seamless integration with core gameplay and progression systems.
• Collaborate with designers, engineers, production, analytics, and monetization teams to launch live updates and seasonal content.
• Iterate live content based on player data and analytics to improve experiences and achieve KPIs (e.g., engagement, retention, revenue).
• Ensure live ops initiatives are aligned with the game’s economy, progression, UX, and overall design vision.
• Write clear, structured design documentation and communicate your ideas effectively to stakeholders.
• Participate in the live ops lifecycle from concept to post-launch tuning and optimization.

Requirements:

• Experience designing live events, content updates, or engagement features for live games (AAA or live service preferred).
• Strong understanding of player engagement loops, live content pacing, and retention strategies.
• Ability to collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and adapt to evolving live game demands.
• Comfortable working with analytics and using data to inform design iterations and improvements.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to articulate live ops design and rationale.
• Passion for football games and understanding of how live content supports player excitement and longevity.

Bonus Points:

• Experience with live servicing in a live service or free-to-play game context.
• Familiarity with Unreal Engine 5 workflows and how design connects to content pipelines.
• Experience integrating live ops features with economy systems, progression, and monetization.
• Basic experience with tools such as spreadsheets, analytics dashboards, and event scheduling systems.

What We Offer:

• A role on a globally anticipated AAA European football title with long-term live support.
• Opportunity to collaborate with experienced designers, engineers, and live ops specialists.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Growth and development opportunities into senior live ops or systems design positions.

Location: Hybrid: Los Angeles, Remote: Pacific Time Zone

Department: Game Design

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role:

Refactor Games is a AAA sports video game studio. We are developing the next generation of professional football (soccer) video games using Unreal Engine 5.

We are looking for a talented Game Designer to help design and implement engaging game modes for a AAA European football video game built in Unreal Engine. You’ll contribute to the design and tuning of gameplay systems that shape how players experience match modes, progression structures, competitive features, and seasonal content.

You will collaborate with designers across systems, live ops, economy, UX, and engineering to ensure game modes are intuitive, fun, and deeply connected to football culture and player motivations.

** NOTE: All applications must include a Cover Letter. Please detail your past experience with Sports Game development and relevant soccer experience/fandom, if applicable. **

Experience:

• 2–5 years of professional game design experience on shipped titles.
• At least 1 shipped AAA title, bonus points for sports titles.

What You'll Work On:

• Work with lead designers to design, prototype, and tune game mode mechanics, rulesets, and progression structures that deliver compelling player experiences.
• Use Unreal Engine tools (Blueprints and gameplay scripting) to prototype and test gameplay features inside the engine.
• Collaborate with cross-discipline partners (engineering, UX, animation, economy) to implement and polish game mode features.
• Contribute to documentation including design specs, tuning notes, and mode rule definitions.
• Participate in playtests and use feedback and player telemetry to evolve and balance systems.
• Maintain knowledge of contemporary football titles and player expectations to inform mode design.
• Support iteration throughout development, balancing mode depth with accessibility and replayability.

Requirements:

• Familiarity with Unreal Engine 5 workflows, including Blueprints and gameplay implementation.
• Strong understanding of game mode design, progression loops, and player engagement systems.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with programmers and other designers.
• Passion for football (soccer) games and appreciation of how different game modes drive engagement.

Bonus Points:

• Experience designing online or competitive game modes, progression systems, or live features.
• Comfortable working with data and telemetry to drive design decisions.
• Familiarity with football culture, leagues, progression expectations, and live content pacing.
• Experience with prototyping tools or scripting languages beyond Blueprints.
• Experience contributing to documentation and tuning spreadsheets.

What We Offer:

• A chance to define cutting-edge football game modes at a AAA level.
• Collaboration with an experienced team across design, UX, engineering, and live ops.
• Competitive salary, and benefits.
• Opportunity for professional growth into senior design roles.

Location: Hybrid: Los Angeles, Remote: Pacific Time Zone

Department: Game Design

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role:

Refactor Games is a AAA sports video game studio. We are developing the next generation of professional football (soccer) video games using Unreal Engine 5.

We’re seeking a seasoned Senior Game Designer - Game Systems to drive the design and implementation of advanced gameplay systems for a next-generation AAA European football video game built in Unreal Engine 5. You will conceptualize, prototype, tune, and polish interconnected systems that define how the game feels and plays across gameplay mechanics, progression, meta features, and player engagement loops.

You’ll work closely with engineers, animators, AI designers, UX, and production to ensure systems are robust, performant, and deeply aligned with the total football experience. This role requires strong systems thinking, Unreal Engine proficiency, and a passion for football that shows in both design insight and execution.

** NOTE: All applications must include a Cover Letter. Please detail your past experience with Sports Game development and relevant soccer experience/fandom, if applicable. **

Experience:

• 5+ years of professional game design experience, with meaningful ownership of gameplay or systems features on shipped titles.
• At least 2 shipped AAA titles, bonus points for sports titles.

What You'll Work On:

• Design and own complex game systems such as player mechanics, controls, progression loops, mode rules, match logic, meta interactions, and balancing frameworks.
• Prototype and iterate features using Unreal Engine 5 (Blueprints; C++ exposure a plus) to explore, validate, and polish systems.
• Collaborate with engineering to define technical requirements and implementation plans, ensuring your designs are feasible and maintainable in UE5.
• Partner with AI and animation teams to integrate systems with player behavior, character movement, and tactical responses.
• Tune systems using playtest feedback and telemetry data to achieve engaging and fair gameplay across modes.
• Deliver detailed design documentation, system diagrams, and tuning guidelines for cross-discipline reference.
• Work closely with UX and live ops to surface system states and progression in ways that feel intuitive to players.
• Mentor and guide other designers in systems methodology and UE5 workflows.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in designing and tuning interconnected game systems (Progression, balancing, meta loops, etc.).
• Hands-on proficiency with Unreal Engine 5 workflows, particularly Blueprints, and familiarity with scripting/design implementation.
• Strong analytical mindset—comfortable analyzing player behavior, balancing large systems, and iterating based on data and playtests.
• Deep knowledge of football and football games (e.g., understanding of team tactics, player roles, ball mechanics, game flow, and competitive balance).
• Excellent communication skills and experience working with multidisciplinary teams.

Bonus Points:

• Experience on a sports or competitive multiplayer title, especially football/soccer games.
• Exposure to C++ within Unreal Engine and ability to collaborate closely with engineers on technical design solutions.
• Familiarity with live service design, seasonal content, or event-driven progression systems.
• Experience using analytics tools or telemetry to inform and refine design decisions.
• Prior mentoring or team leadership roles within design.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to shape the core systems behind a next-generation AAA European football franchise.
• Highly collaborative environment with top designers, programmers, animators, and technical teams.
• Competitive compensation, and benefits.
• Career growth into leadership or cross-discipline strategic design roles.

Location: Hybrid: Los Angeles, Remote: Pacific Time Zone

Department: Game Design

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role:

Refactor Games is a AAA sports video game studio. We are developing the next generation of professional football (soccer) video games using Unreal Engine 5.

We are seeking a Game Designer - Economy to help design and balance the in-game economy for our AAA European football title developed in Unreal Engine 5. You’ll work on systems that define how players earn, spend, and progress through the game, ensuring a fun, fair, and engaging progression experience that supports long-term player engagement and economic health. Your work will influence reward structures, currency flows, seasonal content, and player motivation loops that keep players invested in the game.

** NOTE: All applications must include a Cover Letter. Please detail your past experience with Sports Game development and relevant soccer experience/fandom, if applicable. **

Experience:

• 2+ years of experience in game design, including roles focused on economy, progression, or balancing systems (AAA or live service experience preferred).
• At least 1 shipped AAA title preferred, bonus points for sports titles.

What You'll Work On:

• Design and balance in-game economies, including player earnings, currency flows, reward pacing, and progression structures that align with game vision and player expectations.
• Build and maintain models, spreadsheets, and simulations to represent economic flows and outcomes, helping to inform design decisions and tuning.
• Collaborate with game designers, live ops teams, and engineers to ensure economy systems integrate smoothly with gameplay mechanics, progression, and live content updates.
• Analyze economic data, player behavior, and KPIs to identify friction points, balance issues, or opportunities for improvement.
• Contribute to defining reward structures, progression loops, and player incentives that support both engagement and retention.
• Create clear documentation for economy systems, assumptions, design decisions, and tuning rationale for implementation by development teams.
• Participate in playtests and iterate designs based on feedback and performance metrics.

Requirements:

• Strong analytical and modeling skills, including comfort with spreadsheets and economic simulations.
• Understanding of reward loops, progression pacing, and player motivation models for modern games.
• Ability to communicate concepts and design rationale clearly in both written and verbal form.
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• Passion for football games and knowledge of how progression and economy should support meaningful, long-term player engagement.

Bonus Points:

• Experience working with or in Unreal Engine 5 workflows or tools (data assets, config systems, scripting).
• Familiarity with live service economies, seasonal content, or ongoing content updates.
• Basic data analysis skills using BI tools (e.g., Looker, Tableau) or analytics dashboards.
• Experience with telemetry or A/B testing to validate tuning decisions.

What We Offer:

• A chance to work on a high-profile AAA football franchise and drive key systems that impact millions of players.
• Close collaboration with top designers, engineers, and live ops experts.
• Competitive salary, and benefits.
• Growth opportunities into senior design or specialized economy roles.

Refactor Games is a AAA sports video game studio. We are developing the next generation of professional football (soccer) video games using Unreal Engine 5.

About the Job:

We are seeking a highly skilled and talented Senior Animator to create stunning and realistic animations for our upcoming sports game. The ideal candidate is someone who is passionate and self-motivated, able to assess and articulate in-game animation systems, and possessing a great understanding of animation approaches and aesthetics.

You’ll Work On:

• Execute high level animations
• Execute in-game animations, including UE5 implementation
• Review animation elements and provide feedback when required
• Ensure animations align with project standards and align with the overall visual style of the game
• Collaborate with other disciplines on project features and development arcs
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment

Requirements:

• 5+ years of professional experience
• Proven experience shipping high-performance console and/or PC titles
• Strong technical knowledge
• Experience with Maya, Motion Builder, UE5
• Experience with motion capture 
• Strong understanding of animation principals and approaches
• Experience collaborating with technical teams and developing/refining animation systems in UE5
• Strong portfolio demonstrating significant experience creating high quality, appealing game animation
• Experience with both in-game animation and cinematic presentation animation
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with various departments and disciplines
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Pluses:

• Experience on sports titles
• Appreciation of sports and sports games
• Experience mentoring animators
• Experience with Shotgrid, Jira, similar production tracking software 
• Experience with real-time broadcast presentation

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Apply   now   if   you're   looking for   a   rewarding   job   that's   also   FUN!  Our   jobs can   lead   to   a   successful   future   by   developing   resume-building   skills   as   well   as   gaining   knowledge   through   training   and   work   experience.  

Entertainment   Team Lead   daily   assigned   duties   may   vary   depending   on   location/program   assignment  &  may   include   tasks   such   as:  

• Supervising   daily   operations   within   the   Entertainment   department  

• Opening/closing   locations   ensuring   cleanliness   in   guest   facing   areas   as   well   as backstage   areas  

• Promotes   teamwork   and   creates   a   positive  &  safe   work   environment   for   all  

• Monitor  &  report   associate   timekeeping   ensuring   all   park   policies   are   followed   daily  

• Maintain   associate   schedules   in   UKG  

• Ensure   all   program   elements   are   safe,   properly   operating ,  &  clean  

• Provide   excellent   customer   service   for   our   guests  

• Supporting   our   teams   daily   to   produce   superior   guest   entertainment   experiences  

• Resolves   guest   and   associate   concerns   following   proper   protocols   and   procedures  

• Communicate   with   various   teams   within   the   Entertainment   department   efficiently  &  respectfully  

• Establishes  &  maintains   good   working   relationships   with   other   park   departments   and  partners  

• Coordinate   and   carry   out   logistics   for   special   events  &  activations   in   park   as   assigned  

• Accurately   completes   necessary   daily   paperwork   including   reports,   files,   and   venue   checklists
• Follows   and   enforces   all   park &  department   policies   and   procedures  
• Monitors   and   reports   supply   inventory   levels   to   upper   management to   ensure   adequate   supplies   to   complete   job   tasks
• Other   duties as assigned 

• You! 

• Positive   attitude   and   readiness   to   bring   the   FUN   by   making   our   entertainment   programming   come   to   life.  

• Ability   to   pass   a   background   check.  

• Maneuverability   and   mobility   to   move   from   location   to   location   within   the   park   daily.  

• People   who   love   helping   others   and   will   support   the   needs   of   our   guests   and   associates.  

• Good   judgement   and   a   commitment   to   safety.  

• Ability   to   work   and   interact   with   people   from   diverse   backgrounds.  

• Individuals   with   a   passion   and   excitement   about   Carowinds.  

• Availability   to   include   some   weekdays,   weekends,   evenings,   and   holidays.  

Our   team   of  Entertainment   Team Leads   work   with performers,   associates,   and   guests   to   ensure   safety   for   all   as   well as   creating memorable   entertainment   and   event   experiences   parkwide. This role supervises   associates   in the park daily,  assists with training, scheduling,   evaluating,   disciplining,   and supporting teams   on location.   As   an Entertainment leader , you will work to ensure departmental   goals and  objectives   are communicated   and implemented   by personnel   under your supervision. Positions vary on parkwide Entertainment   operations   and programming   ranging from working with the Character   Program,   Special   Event/Festival programming,   Technical/Production   team, Costumes/Cosmetology   team, or even in   a   Stage Management   capacity   with   the   Shows team.   As   a  leader ,   your ability to   lead a   team,   communication   skills, positive attitude,   and attention to   detail   assist us in delivering an excellent   guest   entertainment   experience   daily.  

Apply   now   if   you're   looking for   a   rewarding   job   that's   also   FUN!  Our   jobs can   lead   to   a   successful   future   by   developing   resume-building   skills   as   well   as   gaining   knowledge   through   training   and   work   experience.  

Entertainment   Team Lead   daily   assigned   duties   may   vary   depending   on   location/program   assignment  &  may   include   tasks   such   as:  

• Supervising   daily   operations   within   the   Entertainment   department  

• Opening/closing   locations   ensuring   cleanliness   in   guest   facing   areas   as   well   as backstage   areas  

• Promotes   teamwork   and   creates   a   positive  &  safe   work   environment   for   all  

• Monitor  &  report   associate   timekeeping   ensuring   all   park   policies   are   followed   daily  

• Maintain   associate   schedules   in   UKG  

• Ensure   all   program   elements   are   safe,   properly   operating ,  &  clean  

• Provide   excellent   customer   service   for   our   guests  

• Supporting   our   teams   daily   to   produce   superior   guest   entertainment   experiences  

• Resolves   guest   and   associate   concerns   following   proper   protocols   and   procedures  

• Communicate   with   various   teams   within   the   Entertainment   department   efficiently  &  respectfully  

• Establishes  &  maintains   good   working   relationships   with   other   park   departments   and  partners  

• Coordinate   and   carry   out   logistics   for   special   events  &  activations   in   park   as   assigned  

• Accurately   completes   necessary   daily   paperwork   including   reports,   files,   and   venue   checklists
• Follows   and   enforces   all   park &  department   policies   and   procedures  
• Monitors   and   reports   supply   inventory   levels   to   upper   management to   ensure   adequate   supplies   to   complete   job   tasks
• Other   duties as assigned 

• You! 

• Positive   attitude   and   readiness   to   bring   the   FUN   by   making   our   entertainment   programming   come   to   life.  

• Ability   to   pass   a   background   check.  

• Maneuverability   and   mobility   to   move   from   location   to   location   within   the   park   daily.  

• People   who   love   helping   others   and   will   support   the   needs   of   our   guests   and   associates.  

• Good   judgement   and   a   commitment   to   safety.  

• Ability   to   work   and   interact   with   people   from   diverse   backgrounds.  

• Individuals   with   a   passion   and   excitement   about   Carowinds.  

• Availability   to   include   some   weekdays,   weekends,   evenings,   and   holidays.  

Our team of Entertainment Team Leads work with performers, associates, and guests to ensure safety for all as well as creating memorable entertainment and event experiences parkwide. This role supervises associates in the park daily, assists with training, scheduling, evaluating, disciplining, and supporting teams on location. As an Entertainment leader, you will work to ensure departmental goals and objectives are communicated and implemented by personnel under your supervision. Positions vary on parkwide Entertainment operations and programming ranging from working with the Character Program, Special Event/Festival programming, Technical/Production team, Costumes/Cosmetology team, or even in a Stage Management capacity with the Shows team. As a leader, your ability to lead a team, communication skills, positive attitude, and attention to detail assist us in delivering an excellent guest entertainment experience daily. 

Apply now if you're looking for a rewarding job that's also FUN! Our jobs can lead to a successful future by developing resume-building skills as well as gaining knowledge through training and work experience. 

Entertainment Team Lead daily assigned duties may vary depending on location/program assignment & may include tasks such as:

• Supervising daily operations within the Entertainment department 

• Opening/closing locations ensuring cleanliness in guest facing areas as well as backstage areas 

• Promotes teamwork and creates a positive & safe work environment for all 

• Monitor & report associate timekeeping ensuring all park policies are followed daily 

• Maintain associate schedules in UKG 

• Ensure all program elements are safe, properly operating, & clean 

• Provide excellent customer service for our guests 

• Supporting our teams daily to produce superior guest entertainment experiences 

• Resolves guest and associate concerns following proper protocols and procedures 

• Communicate with various teams within the Entertainment department efficiently & respectfully 

• Establishes & maintains good working relationships with other park departments and partners 

• Coordinate and carry out logistics for special events & activations in park as assigned