Lead Technical Dialogue Designer
Lead Technical Dialogue Designer
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Job Title:
Lead Technical Dialogue DesignerRequisition ID:
R025752Job Description:
Your Platform
Sledgehammer Games is a leading developer in the video game industry best known for its work on the Call of Duty franchise. Since its founding in 2009 the studio has delivered iconic titles like Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare Call of Duty: WWII and most recently Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III. We combine cutting-edge technology with creative vision to produce games that resonate with players worldwide. With a focus on creating high-quality multiplayer experiences and captivating single-player campaigns we continue to shape the future of first-person shooters.
We are looking for passionate and talented individuals to join our studio team in Toronto this role you will partner closely with our teams at our other studio locations in the United States and Australia in the creation of epic content for some of the biggest games in the world. If youre ready to be part of a dynamic and collaborative environment where your skills can make a real impact we invite you to explore career opportunities with us.
This role will be studio based at our Toronto Canada location with flexible working support.
Sledgehammer Games is part of the Activision family and is wholly owned by Microsoft. To learn more about our studio please visit us ator search forSledgehammer Gameson your favorite social media platform.
Your Mission
Sledgehammer Games is looking for a Lead Technical Dialogue Designer to help create a fresh new AAA aural experience for our next project. Candidates should be versed in dialogue editing and processing techniques and have a general knowledge of dialog pipelines. You will report to our Dialogue Director and help ensure delivery of the highest quality dialog with the use of internally developed proprietary tools.
Collaborate with the Dialogue Narrative and Engineering Teams ensuring excellent inter-departmental communication and alignment of goals.
Design features and iterate on proprietary Dialog Tool and Database.
Dialogue asset implementation using proprietary tools.
Test and debug all in-game dialogue for multiple implementation pipelines.
Edit and process dialogue assets for all aspects of our game.
Apply studio and departmental best practices of dialogue workflows and systems.
Inspire teamwork and collaboration inside and outside the Audio Dept.
Lead and innovate the tech pipeline for dialogue for all modes
Be point-person and mentor for Toronto-based Dialogue Designers
Player Profile
Minimum Requirements:
Demonstrated experience in all aspects of game dialogue.
Expertise in proprietary/third party Dialogue Tools and Databases.
Experience in both linear and interactive dialogue systems.
Minimum seven years of experience in game audio development.
Shipped at least three major titles.
Understanding of PS5 XBOX One/Series X and PC audio functionality capabilities and limitations.
Experience with major digital audio workstations.
Experience with middleware programs such as Wwise and Fmod.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Exceptional organization skills.
College degree preferred.
Continuing Education Certificate Professional or advanced degree in programming audio engineering or similar preferred.
Extra Points:
FPS/Multi-player experience a plus.
Audio scripting experience.
Our World
At Activision we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty Crash Bandicoot Tony Hawks Pro Skater and Guitar Hero. As a leading worldwide developer publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products our press start is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative fun thrilling and engaging entertainment experiences.
Werenot just looking back at our decades-long legacy;wereforging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate creative and diverse teams within our organization.
Werein the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater this could be your opportunity to level up.
Ready to Activate Your Future
The video game industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners.
Sledgehammer Games is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression national origin protected veteran status or any other basis protected by applicable law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Employment Type
Full-Time
