Video Game Designer/Simulation Producer

About the role

Overview:

GovCIO is currently hiring for Video Game Designer/Simulation Producer to lead the narrative and experiential design of advanced immersive simulation environments, ensuring all technical, visual, and AI\-driven elements align into a unified training experience. This role bridges storytelling, production, and systems integration to create compelling, high\-impact simulations that support learning, engagement, and stakeholder buy\-in. This position will be located in Colorado Springs, CO and will be a onsite position. Responsibilities:

Serves as the central integrator of narrative, technical, and experiential design for large\-scale immersive simulation environments. This role ensures that storyline, AI systems, visual media, and operational training elements are seamlessly unified into a cohesive, high\-fidelity experience that supports cadet learning and mission\-driven objectives.* Act as the primary “vision synchronizer” to align narrative, gameplay, AI behavior, audiovisual systems, and physical/digital environments into a unified immersive experience. * Develop high\-quality strategic communication materials, including pitch decks, concept visuals, “slicksheets,” and vertical slice demonstrations to support program validation and stakeholder buy\-in. * Direct in\-simulation narrative pacing through the integration of dynamic media elements such as intelligence briefings, breaking news injects, and command\-and\-control updates. * Translate complex technical, operational, and military concepts into compelling visual and experiential storytelling frameworks. * Collaborate across engineering, simulation, design, and operational teams to ensure coherence between technical systems and creative intent. * Support executive engagement, funding presentations, and external communication strategies for program initiatives

Qualifications:

Bachelor's with 12\+ years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience* Clearance Required: None * Position requires U.S. Citizenship due to the nature of the role. * Demonstrated ability to integrate narrative, technical systems, and experiential design into cohesive immersive environments. * Experience producing high\-fidelity strategic communication materials, including pitch decks, concept videos, and visual storytelling assets. * Ability to translate complex technical or military concepts into accessible and compelling visual narratives. * Experience working across multidisciplinary teams including engineering, design, and operational stakeholders. * Strong background in game production, simulation design, or immersive media development.

Preferred Skills and Experience* Experience as a Game Producer, Executive Producer, or Narrative Director on a shipped commercial AAA or large\-scale immersive project. * Proven track record of securing executive approval, investment, or funding through high\-quality pitch materials or concept demonstrations. * Background in live event production, esports broadcasting, or large\-scale military simulation/exercise production (e.g., White Cell or Exercise Director roles). * Experience in defense, military training, or simulation environments involving live\-virtual\-constructive (LVC) systems. * Strong portfolio demonstrating narrative design, production leadership, and cross\-disciplinary creative direction. * Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent demonstrable experience in digital media production, game production, or strategic communications.

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Posted Salary Range: USD $150,000\.00 \- USD $200,000\.00 /Yr.