Design Director
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Job Summary
Job Title:
Design DirectorRequisition ID:
R026922Job Description:
Elsewhere Entertainment is looking for a Multiplayer Design Director to join the development of a new IP.
Feed your creativity while collaborating with our team ofhighly skilleddevelopers to build something innovative exhilarating and expansively entertaining!
As a member of the Design teamyou will primarily focus on PvE experiences and be responsible for developing a cohesive vision encompassing engagement systems seasonal content progressions mission design encounter designRPG systems. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to realize and implement this vision.
As a member of the project youll help take the studio and our game from great to even better; with a focus on inclusivity mutual respect (for ourselves and our players) thoughtfulness empathy professionalism and collaboration.
The ideal candidate will have proven experience designing and scripting for modern AAA titlesand proven experience for modernmultiplayer titles.
Youllhelp us by
Partnering with the Game Director Gameplay Director and leadership team to define and drive the overall multiplayer vision for an unannounced AAA project.
Leading the multiplayer team in creating engaging gameplay systems missions and player experiences.
Owning multiplayer design from ideation and prototyping through to final best-in-class implementation.
Building and developing the multiplayer design team-hiring mentoring and supporting gameplay and systems designers.
Collaborating closely with Engineering to develop tools supporting multiplayer implementation including AI RPG systems encounter editors and open-world event tools.
Creating clear design documentation such as one-pagers content briefs and system outlines to communicate gameplay vision effectively.
Leveraging technical expertise to implement gameplay systems using proprietary tools.
Collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams ensuring partners are informed and aligned throughout development.
Providing regular feedback across multiplayer features andcontributingto the overall game experience.
Overseeing multiplayer development throughout the project lifecycle.
Staying current with industry trends emerging genres and evolving game design practices.
Youreawesome because you have
Provenexperience shipping AAA titles inlead designroles.
Proven experience leading multiplayer design teams and development
Ability to communicate design vision and to align vision within the team.
Experience with versatile game development tools.
Extensive player experience with games.
Extraordinary self-motivation and initiative and a positive attitude in the face of challenges.
Advanced communication skills
Bonus points for
Experience working with various development engines
Not sure you meet all the qualificationsLet usdecide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification when in fact they often do! At Activision we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.
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
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Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Rhinoceros 3D
- Information Architecture
- Ux
- Usability
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Experience Design
- Grasshopper
- Sketch
- Sign Manufacturing
- Adobe Indesign
About Company
Located in the San Francisco Bay Area, we’re the team behind Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare and Call of Duty: WWII. As one of the top video game developers in the industry, we dive head first into every new project, ready to ideate and create. The strength of our teams makes us not ... View more
