Senior Designer, Gameplay
Storytelling is, and will always be, the heart of what we do at Skydance.
Gameplay
Avalanche Software, a division of Warner Brothers Games Inc. seeks a senior level gameplay designer. Join the team who created Hogwarts Legacy, a new open world, action RPG set in the Wizarding World. You will work alongside other gameplay designers to develop moment-to-moment gameplay features that embody the vision and values articulated by the game's directors.
Your Role Accountabilities
- Design and implement verbs for both synchronous and asynchronous multiplayer gameplay
- Collaborate with fellow designers, artists, and engineers under the direction of the Lead Gameplay Designer
- Tune and balance gameplay elements
- Participate in regular playtests, provide and receive constructive feedback
- Maintain useful documentation of your designs and ensure there is always a single source of truth
Qualifications & Experience
- 5+ years of professional experience in a design role
- At least one shipped title in a professional design role; self-published independent projects for associate candidates
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Fluency with Unreal Engine 5, especially the gameplay ability system and blueprints
- Passion for games, a positive attitude, and a sincere desire to learn
The Nice to Haves
- Familiarity with one or more programming languages, especially C++
- Deep knowledge of the online RPG genre
About Skydance
Skydance is a next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. Skydance's portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount, Warner Bros., HBO and HBO Max, Paramount+, Pluto TV, CBS, CNN, CBS Sports, TNT Sports, Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, MTV, Food Network, BET, HGTV, and Comedy Central.
Some Important Details
We embrace the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit. In line with the laws of the country or region in which the role is based, this includes consideration without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, religion or belief, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or protected veteran status, union status or any other category protected by applicable law.
If you're a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request. Hiring Salary Range: $69,252.00 - $128,610.00 per yearIn compliance with local law, we are disclosing compensation, or a range thereof, for roles where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, external market data, internal equity, skill set, experience, training, education, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of our total compensation package. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.
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