Qureos Mentor

Blizzard Entertainment

<div>Team Name:
Diablo<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Title:</h2>
Software Engineer, Gameplay<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Requisition ID:</h2>
R025519<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Description:</h2>
We Need You
The minions of hell are growing stronger&hellip;
Join us as we continue to shape the Diablo universe! Diablo games are action RPG experiences with endless evil to slaughter, countless abilities to master, nightmarish Dungeons, and legendary loot. Come work with us, and together, we&rsquo;ll create something amazing. Our team of passionate developers is growing.
We are seeking an experienced Gameplay Engineer to help craft innovative ARPG experiences within one of Blizzard&rsquo;s most legendary franchises, Diablo. In this role, you will design and implement core gameplay systems that bring dungeons, events, and activities to life. From early conceptual development through iteration and final polish, you will work hands-on alongside multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless gameplay mechanics and engaging player interactions.
This role offers a flexible hybrid work week, with a mix of remote and on-site days. While hybrid is the standard arrangement, you're also welcome to work on-site full-time if you prefer. Our primary studio locations are in Albany, NY, and Irvine, CA.
Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Design, implement, improve, and maintain various gameplay systems for Diablo</li><li>
Act as a collaborative ambassador of engineering to the rest of the team.</li><li>
Work closely with game designers, programmers, and artists to ensure great player experience</li><li>
Champion Blizzard Entertainment&rsquo;s core values, especially 'Gameplay First'</li></ul>
Minimum Requirements:<ul><li>
5+ years of game programming experience and having worked on or shipped at least 1 AAA title</li><li>
Proficient in C / C++</li><li>
Experience in several of the following areas: quests and narrative content systems, user interface, player abilities, combat, AI, or other game systems.</li><li>
Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams</li><li>
Self-motivation and willingness to participate in many areas of game development</li></ul>
Bonus:<ul><li>
In-depth familiarity with the Diablo franchise, and other Blizzard Entertainment products</li><li>
Experience playing and/or developing RPGs, ARPGS, and/or MMORPGS</li><li>
Experience working with client / server game systems</li><li>
Experience crafting and supporting tools used in game development</li><li>
Experience with C#</li></ul>
Your Platform
Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft&reg;, Overwatch&reg;, Diablo&reg;, and StarCraft&reg;, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (www.blizzard.com), a division of Activision Blizzard, which was acquired by Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences. Blizzard Entertainment has created some of the industry&rsquo;s most critically acclaimed and genre-defining games over the last 30 years, with a track record that includes multiple Game of the Year awards. Blizzard Entertainment engages tens of millions of players around the world with titles available on PC via Battle.net&reg;, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android.
Our World
Activision Blizzard, Inc., is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty&reg;, World of Warcraft&reg;, Overwatch&reg;, Diablo&reg;, Candy Crush&trade; and Bubble Witch&trade;. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet!
Our ability to build immersive and innovative worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for &lsquo;Every World&rsquo; - we&rsquo;ve got our employees covered!
The videogame 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.
We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! 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! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.
Rewards
We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for &lsquo;Every World&rsquo; - we&rsquo;ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:<ul><li>
Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&amp;D insurance, disability insurance;</li><li>
401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;</li><li>
Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;</li><li>
Mental health &amp; wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life &amp; disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;</li><li>
If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.</li></ul>
Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.
In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $37.26 - $68.93 Hourly. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role&rsquo;s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.</div>

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Software Engineer, Gameplay

<div>Team Name:
Diablo<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Title:</h2>
Senior UX Designer - Diablo<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Requisition ID:</h2>
R025505<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Description:</h2>
We Need You
The minions of Hell are growing stronger...
Join us as we continue to shape the Diablo universe! Diablo games are action RPG experiences with endless evil to slaughter, countless abilities to master, nightmarish Dungeons, and legendary loot. Come work with us, and together, we&rsquo;ll create something amazing. Our team of passionate developers is growing.
As a Senior UX Designer, you will collaborate across disciplines to design and implement interface systems that elevate gameplay and enhance the overall player experience. If you&rsquo;re passionate about user flows, visual communication, information hierarchy, pixel-perfect layouts, and the nuanced details that make game interfaces intuitive and immersive, this is your opportunity to help bring the world of Diablo to life through thoughtful, player-centered design.
This role offers a flexible hybrid work week, with a mix of remote and on-site days. While hybrid is the standard arrangement, you're also welcome to work on-site full-time if you prefer. Our primary studio locations are in Albany, NY, and Irvine, CA.
Responsibilities<ul><li>
Generate UX designs that both achieve ARPG game experience goals and improve the player experience in the form of mockups, prototypes, flows, and layouts.</li><li>
Implement interface screens using efficient and flexible layout design and collaborate with engineers to ensure features are built to design specifications.</li><li>
Iterate on presentation and interaction to both look pixel-perfect and feel great.</li><li>
Continually evaluate the UX/UI based on feedback from players, player research, game designers, product managers, and UX/UI leads.</li><li>
Integrate with the core game development team, contributing to the experience roadmap with relevant stakeholders.</li><li>
Identify opportunities to improve implementation standards, processes, and collaborative workflows.</li><li>
Coach and mentor team members with UX/UI skills.</li></ul>
Minimum Requirements<ul><li>
8+ years of experience as a UX designer, interaction designer, or similar on public products.</li><li>
Experience with UI implementation in a modern engine or platform (e.g., Unity, Unreal, or HTML5).</li><li>
Ability to adhere to a project&rsquo;s existing visual and interaction patterns.</li><li>
Experience with designing multiple control schemes (e.g., Controllers, Mouse &amp; Keyboard, and/or Touch Screen).</li><li>
Positive attitude around receiving and providing objective feedback.</li></ul>
Bonus Points<ul><li>
Passion for the Diablo franchise and/or ARPG genre.</li><li>
Interests in nurturing a healthy game community.</li><li>
Experience designing interfaces for a variety of platforms and/or control schemes.</li></ul>
Submission / Portfolio requirements:<ul><li>
A portfolio showing a solid grasp of usability design principles, user flows, and prototypes you have created for UI screens, as well as samples of your visual design ability.</li></ul>
Your Platform
Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft&reg;, Overwatch&reg;, Diablo&reg;, and StarCraft&reg;, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (www.blizzard.com), a division of Activision Blizzard, which was acquired by Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences. Blizzard Entertainment has created some of the industry&rsquo;s most critically acclaimed and genre-defining games over the last 30 years, with a track record that includes multiple Game of the Year awards. Blizzard Entertainment engages tens of millions of players around the world with titles available on PC via Battle.net&reg;, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android.
Our World
Activision Blizzard, Inc., is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty&reg;, World of Warcraft&reg;, Overwatch&reg;, Diablo&reg;, Candy Crush&trade; and Bubble Witch&trade;. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet!
Our ability to build immersive and innovative worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for &lsquo;Every World&rsquo; - we&rsquo;ve got our employees covered! 
The videogame 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.
We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! 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! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.
Rewards
We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for &lsquo;Every World&rsquo; - we&rsquo;ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:<ul><li>
Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&amp;D insurance, disability insurance;</li><li>
401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;</li><li>
Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;</li><li>
Mental health &amp; wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life &amp; disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;</li><li>
If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.</li></ul>
Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.
In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $101,000.00 - $186,754.00 Annual. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role&rsquo;s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.</div>

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Senior UX Designer - Diablo

<div>Team Name:
Unannounced Project<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Title:</h2>
Senior Technical Artist, Rigging - Unannounced Game | Irvine, CA or Albany, NY<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Requisition ID:</h2>
R025031<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Description:</h2>
At Blizzard, we craft genre-defining games and legendary worlds for all to share. Through unparalleled creativity and storytelling, we create immersive universes and iconic characters that are beloved across platforms, borders, backgrounds, and generations - only made possible by building a work environment that cultivates the artistry of game development and unleashes the aspirations of our people. 
We are looking for a Senior Rigging Artist to help craft a new, unannounced game for Blizzard. As an essential part of the development team, you will design and maintain advanced deformation systems for characters, creatures, and vehicles, ensuring realistic movement and high-quality performance. This role requires strong problem-solving skills, technical expertise, and a deep understanding of animation principles to create seamless character deformations. You are comfortable operating in a dynamic environment, navigating fluid deadlines and changing priorities with purpose. 
This role is anticipated to be a hybrid work position, with some work on-site and some work from home. The potential home studio for this role is Irvine, CA or Albany, NY. 
Responsibilities
Priorities can often change in a fast-paced environment like ours, so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:<ul><li> 
Develop, test, and maintain rigs, including skinning for characters, weapons, and vehicles.</li><li>
Collaborate closely with animators, modelers, and technical artists to set standards and enhance rigging tools and animation workflows.</li><li>
Optimize and refine content creation pipelines, identifying and addressing workflow bottlenecks to enhance efficiency for both yourself and the broader art team.</li><li>
Oversee and implement simulations for cloth, hair, and other dynamic elements across a diverse range of characters and creatures.</li><li>
Develop and maintain Python/MEL scripts to streamline and automate rigging processes.</li><li>
Mentor junior rigging artists, fostering best practices and technical growth.</li></ul> 
Minimum Requirements 
Experience<ul><li>
10+ years in the game industry as a character rigger or related role.</li><li>
A strong demo reel and online portfolio showcasing expertise in rigging, motion controls, complex deformations, and advanced skinning for both body and facial animation in characters and creatures.</li></ul> 
Knowledge &amp; Skills<ul><li>
Expertise in AAA game engines with a solid understanding of art implementation and integration workflows.</li><li>
Deep understanding of character pipelines, including industry-standard 3D creation tools.</li><li>
Experience developing custom rigging and animation tools.</li><li>
Strong scripting skills in Python, MEL, or similar languages.</li></ul> 
Key Attributes<ul><li>
A team-oriented approach to your work, understanding the importance of collaboration and partnering with all departments.</li><li>
The ability to inspire others with an enthusiastic approach to game development and improving core skills.</li><li>
Self-motivated ability to solve problems proactively.</li></ul> 
Extra Points<ul><li>
Experience working through early development and R&amp;D phases of a project.</li><li>
Solid understanding of game development beyond technical art (e.g., lighting, VFX, animation, audio, rendering, systems).</li><li>
Experience with Unreal Engine, blueprints and physics setups.</li><li>
Experience with motion capture pipelines.</li><li>
A passion for video games and a deep understanding of game animation and interactivity.</li></ul> 
Your Platform 
Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft&reg;, Overwatch&reg;, Diablo&reg;, and StarCraft&reg;, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (www.blizzard.com), a division of Activision Blizzard, which was acquired by Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences. Blizzard Entertainment has created some of the industry&rsquo;s most critically acclaimed and genre-defining games over the last 30 years, with a track record that includes multiple Game of the Year awards. Blizzard Entertainment engages tens of millions of players around the world with titles available on PC via Battle.net&reg;, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android. 
Our World
Activision Blizzard, Inc., is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty&reg;, World of Warcraft&reg;, Overwatch&reg;, Diablo&reg;, Candy Crush&trade; and Bubble Witch&trade;. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet!
Our ability to build immersive and innovative worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for &lsquo;Every World&rsquo; - we&rsquo;ve got our employees covered!
The videogame 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. 
We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! 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! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply. 
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest. 
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.
Rewards
We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for &lsquo;Every World&rsquo; - we&rsquo;ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:<ul><li>
Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&amp;D insurance, disability insurance;</li><li>
401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;</li><li>
Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;</li><li>
Mental health &amp; wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life &amp; disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;</li><li>
If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.</li></ul>
Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.
In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $97,200.00 - $179,900.00 Annual. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role&rsquo;s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.</div>

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Senior Technical Artist, Rigging - Unannounced Game | Irvine, CA or Albany, NY

<div>Team Name:
Cinematics<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Title:</h2>
Senior FX Artist II (SFD / Cinematics)<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Requisition ID:</h2>
R025040<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Description:</h2>
Blizzard Entertainment is looking for a talented Senior FX Artist/Developer to assist our cinematics team in crafting the next generation of our award-winning animated films. You will work in partnership with modelers, animators, texture artists, lighters, and compositors to ensure shots are delivered to the highest standard.
This role is anticipated to be a hybrid work position, with some work on-site and some work-from-home. The home studio for this role is Irvine, CA.
What You Bring to the Table
Priorities can often change in a fast-paced environment like ours, so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:
You should be skilled at providing simulations and systems that mimic real life phenomena such as smoke, fire, and water. You will also need to have strong art skills to help design and implement abstract magical and technological effects. Basic compositing skills will be required for FX slap-comps for review by the supervision team.
While a strong artistic eye is required, you will also need to be able to help prototype artist tools and work with our technical team to implement that tooling at a high level. This position will also have the expectation of being able to lead teams of FX artists on individual shows, so leadership skills are also a requirement. A strong background with procedural tools and methodologies is also highly desirable. In addition to pre-rendered cinematics, our FX artists also work with custom and industry-standard game engines to provide real time cinematic effects. Experience with or a strong desire to learn real-time effects is a must for this position.
Minimum Requirements
Experience<ul><li>
A minimum of 10+ years&rsquo; experience in producing feature film quality effects in Houdini</li><li>
Extensive experience with particle systems, fluid dynamics, rigid body dynamics, and procedural systems</li><li>
Experience with node-based compositing software such as Nuke</li></ul>
Knowledge &amp; Skills<ul><li>
A deep understanding of physical dynamics and natural phenomena</li><li>
Proven track record creating effects such as smoke, fire, clouds, water, steam, explosions, magic, etc.</li><li>
Deep understanding of feature film level pipelines and their respective issues</li><li>
Experience with or a strong desire to learn real-time effects</li><li>
Experience with current industry trends in rendering</li></ul>
Key Attributes<ul><li>
Able to problem solve both technically and creatively in a collaborative environment with directors / art directors</li><li>
Able to stay current with the latest tools, technologies, and techniques</li></ul>
Extra Points<ul><li>
Experience with VEX</li><li>
Experience using PDG for shot and asset production</li><li>
Experience with USD</li><li>
Experience with Solaris as a lighting and authoring toolset for USD</li><li>
Experience with C++ or Python</li><li>
Experience with real-time effects for cinematics or game development</li><li>
Working Knowledge of Mantra, Karma, RenderMan or Redshift renderers</li><li>
Experience with the Axiom solver toolset</li></ul>
Your Platform
Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft&reg;, Overwatch&reg;, Diablo&reg;, and StarCraft&reg;, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (www.blizzard.com), a division of Activision Blizzard, which was acquired by Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences. Blizzard Entertainment has created some of the industry&rsquo;s most critically acclaimed and genre-defining games over the last 30 years, with a track record that includes multiple Game of the Year awards. Blizzard Entertainment engages tens of millions of players around the world with titles available on PC via Battle.net&reg;, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android.
Our World
Activision Blizzard, Inc., is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty&reg;, World of Warcraft&reg;, Overwatch&reg;, Diablo&reg;, Candy Crush&trade; and Bubble Witch&trade;. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet!
Our ability to build immersive and innovate worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for &lsquo;Every World&rsquo; - we&rsquo;ve got our employees covered!
The videogame 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.
We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! 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! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.
Rewards
We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for &lsquo;Every World&rsquo; - we&rsquo;ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:<ul><li>
Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&amp;D insurance, disability insurance;</li><li>
401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;</li><li>
Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;</li><li>
Mental health &amp; wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life &amp; disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;</li><li>
If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.</li></ul>
Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.
In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $53.74 - $99.46 Hourly. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role&rsquo;s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.</div>

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Senior FX Artist II (SFD / Cinematics)

<div>Team Name:
Cinematics<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Title:</h2>
Senior FX Artist - Temp (SFD / Cinematics)<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Requisition ID:</h2>
R025289<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Description:</h2>
Blizzard Entertainment is looking for a talented Senior FX Artist to assist our Story and Franchise Development (SFD) team in creating the next generation of our award-winning cinematics.
What You Bring to the Table
Priorities can often change in a fast-paced environment like ours, so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:
You will work in partnership with modelers, animators, texture artists, lighters, compositors, and the various games teams to ensure FX are delivered to the highest standard. You have experience creating simulations and systems that mimic real life phenomena such as smoke, fire, and water. You&rsquo;ll also need to have strong art skills to help design and implement abstract magical and technological effects. Basic compositing skills will be required for FX slap-comps for review by the supervision team. Lastly, your strong background with procedural tools, methodologies and game engines are a plus.
This role is anticipated to be a hybrid work position, with some work on-site and some work-from-home. The home studio for this role is Irvine, CA. However, we understand each person&rsquo;s circumstances may be unique and will work with you to explore other possible options, including remote work arrangements.
We have multiple roles open with terms ranging from 4-months to 6-months.
Minimum Requirements
Experience<ul><li>
5+ years' experience working in a professional Gaming/Animation/VFX company producing feature film quality effects in Houdini</li><li>
Extensive experience with particle systems, fluid dynamics, rigid body dynamics, and procedural systems</li></ul>
Knowledge &amp; Skills<ul><li>
A good understanding of physical dynamics and natural phenomena as demonstrated by your portfolio</li><li>
Familiar with feature film level pipelines and their respective issues</li><li>
Proven track record creating effects such as smoke, fire, clouds, water, steam, explosions, magic, etc.</li><li>
A trained creative eye that is able to participate in conceptual and practical discussions about what is needed to achieve an effect &ndash; and what is important to communicate with it.</li><li>
Experience with node-based compositing software such as Nuke</li><li>
Experience with real-time VFX within a modern Game Engine (ex: Unreal, and Unity)</li><li>
Experience using PDG to execute caching and rendering processes</li></ul>
Key Attributes<ul><li>
Able to problem solve both technically and creatively in a collaborative environment with directors / art directors</li><li>
Able to stay current with the latest tools, technologies, and techniques</li></ul>
Extra Points<ul><li>
Experience with VEX</li><li>
Experience with C++ or Python</li><li>
Working Knowledge of Houdini&rsquo;s Solaris lighting context (LOPS) and Karma, Mantra, RenderMan or Redshift renderers</li><li>
Shipped a AAA game title</li></ul>
Your Platform
Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft&reg;, Overwatch&reg;, Diablo&reg;, and StarCraft&reg;, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (www.blizzard.com), a division of Activision Blizzard, which was acquired by Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences. Blizzard Entertainment has created some of the industry&rsquo;s most critically acclaimed and genre-defining games over the last 30 years, with a track record that includes multiple Game of the Year awards. Blizzard Entertainment engages tens of millions of players around the world with titles available on PC via Battle.net&reg;, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android.
Our World
Activision Blizzard, Inc., is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty&reg;, World of Warcraft&reg;, Overwatch&reg;, Diablo&reg;, Candy Crush&trade; and Bubble Witch&trade;. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet!
Our ability to build immersive and innovate worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for &lsquo;Every World&rsquo; - we&rsquo;ve got our employees covered!
The videogame 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.
We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! 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! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.
Rewards
We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for &lsquo;Every World&rsquo; - we&rsquo;ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:<ul><li>
Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&amp;D insurance, disability insurance;</li><li>
401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;</li><li>
Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;</li><li>
Mental health &amp; wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life &amp; disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;</li><li>
If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.</li></ul>
Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.
In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $44.67 - $82.60 Hourly. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role&rsquo;s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.</div>

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Senior FX Artist - Temp (SFD / Cinematics)

<div>Team Name:
Unannounced Project<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Title:</h2>
Senior Cinematics Designer - Unannounced Game<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Requisition ID:</h2>
R025479<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Description:</h2>
At Blizzard, we craft genre-defining games and legendary worlds for all to share. Through unparalleled creativity and storytelling, we create immersive universes and iconic characters that are beloved across platforms, borders, backgrounds, and generations - only made possible by building a work environment that nurtures the artistry of game development and unleashes the aspirations of our people. 
We are looking for a Senior Cinematic Designer to help us craft a new, unannounced game for Blizzard. As a key member of the development team, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality cinematic assets through artistic and technical expertise. You understand how to effectively build, organize, and integrate a variety of cinematics to support the gameplay experience and narrative intentions. You are comfortable operating in a dynamic environment, navigating fluid deadlines and changing priorities with purpose. 
This role is anticipated to be a hybrid work position, with some work on-site and some work from home. The potential home studio for this role is Irvine, CA. 
Responsibilities:
Priorities can often change in a fast-paced environment like ours, so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:<ul><li> 
Directly contribute to the practical work of taking cinematic moments from storyboard to completion.</li><li>
Work closely with art and narrative direction team members and collaborate with design, engineering, surfacing, VFX, and lighting departments to help deliver game cinematics to a world-class standard.</li><li>
Use your experience in cinematic creation to guide our working practices from iterative prototyping to final best-in-class execution.</li><li>
Remain current on industry trends including advancement in commercial game engines and workflow efficiencies.</li><li>
Proactively identify risks and propose solutions within the area of cinematic creation.</li></ul> 
Experience<ul><li> 
8+ years of experience in AAA game cinematics.</li><li>
Confirmed experience, having shipped at least one major title in a relevant role.</li></ul> 
Knowledge &amp; Skills<ul><li> 
Experience working with a AAA game engine with an understanding of implementation and integration of game cinematics.</li><li>
Comprehensive understanding of camera work, framing, staging, and editing including proficiency in industry-standard 3D workflows.</li><li>
A portfolio with examples and detailed breakdowns showcasing your practical work.</li><li>
Strong understanding of cinematography principles.</li></ul> 
Key Attributes<ul><li> 
A team-oriented approach to your work, understanding the importance of collaboration, and partnering with all departments.</li><li>
The ability to inspire others with an enthusiastic approach to game development and improving core skills.</li><li>
Self-motivated ability to solve problems proactively.</li></ul> 
Extra Points<ul><li> 
Experience working through early development R&amp;D phases of a project is a plus.</li><li>
Solid understanding of video game creation outside of cinematic art (e.g. lighting, VFX, characters, animation, audio).</li><li>
An interest in photography and cinema.</li><li>
Knowledge and experience in practical filmmaking.</li><li>
Expertise in 3D composition, form, balance, and color theory.</li><li>
Passion for playing a wide variety of video games.</li></ul> 
Your Platform
Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft&reg;, Overwatch&reg;, Diablo&reg;, and StarCraft&reg;, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (www.blizzard.com), a division of Activision Blizzard, which was acquired by Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences. Blizzard Entertainment has created some of the industry&rsquo;s most critically acclaimed and genre-defining games over the last 30 years, with a track record that includes multiple Game of the Year awards. Blizzard Entertainment engages tens of millions of players around the world with titles available on PC via Battle.net&reg;, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android. 
Our World
Activision Blizzard, Inc., is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty&reg;, World of Warcraft&reg;, Overwatch&reg;, Diablo&reg;, Candy Crush&trade; and Bubble Witch&trade;. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet! 
Our ability to build immersive and innovative worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for &lsquo;Every World&rsquo; - we&rsquo;ve got our employees covered! 
The videogame 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.
We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! 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! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.
 We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.
 We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.
Rewards
We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for &lsquo;Every World&rsquo; - we&rsquo;ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:<ul><li>
Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&amp;D insurance, disability insurance;</li><li>
401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;</li><li>
Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;</li><li>
Mental health &amp; wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life &amp; disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;</li><li>
If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.</li></ul>
Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.
In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $116,800.00 - $216,000.00 Annual. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role&rsquo;s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.</div>

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Senior Cinematics Designer - Unannounced Game

<div>Team Name:
Unannounced Project<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Title:</h2>
Senior Animator, Gameplay - Unannounced Game | Irvine, CA or Albany, NY<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Requisition ID:</h2>
R025427<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Description:</h2>
At Blizzard, we craft genre-defining games and legendary worlds for all to share. Through unparalleled creativity and storytelling, we create immersive universes and iconic characters that are beloved across platforms, borders, backgrounds, and generations - only made possible by building a work environment that nurtures the artistry of game development and unleashes the aspirations of our people. 
As a Senior Animator, you'll be animating a diverse range of compelling characters and creatures that support an intriguing, dynamic, and satisfying gameplay experience. You'll be working with other artists, designers, and engineers to collaborate on creatively complex assignments to develop an inspiring creative vision, animation style, and production pipeline for this new Blizzard game. Ultimately, you&rsquo;ll be combining inspiring art with great gameplay while actively communicating and thriving on a small team. 
This role is anticipated to be a hybrid work position, with some work on-site and some work-from-home. The home studio for this role is Irvine, CA. 
Responsibilities
Priorities can often change in a fast-paced environment like ours, so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:<ul><li> 
Partner with the animation team to help develop a unique animation style and visual direction for the project.</li><li>
Collaborate with designers, tech artists, and engineers to integrate the animation assets into the engine, and identify and troubleshoot any technical issues that might arise.</li><li>
Partner with engineers and tech artists to help support and develop an effective animation pipeline for prototyping and a rapid iteration mindset for game development.</li></ul> 
Requirements<ul><li> 
8+ years of experience animating characters and creatures in Maya (or equivalent 3D programs) or a combination of applicable education and experience.</li><li>
Exceptional understanding of human and creature anatomy and a keen eye towards creatively representing their movements in unique and inspiring ways.</li><li>
Experience with creating animation blend trees; previous experience with node-based animation editors.</li><li>
Experience working with motion capture.</li><li>
Experience with basic modeling and rigging.</li></ul> 
Extra Points<ul><li> 
Experience working on AAA games for major platforms.</li><li>
Experience with prototype/quick iteration environments.</li><li>
Experience mentoring other animators.</li></ul> 
Your Platform 
Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft&reg;, Overwatch&reg;, Diablo&reg;, and StarCraft&reg;, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (www.blizzard.com), a division of Activision Blizzard, which was acquired by Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences. Blizzard Entertainment has created some of the industry&rsquo;s most critically acclaimed and genre-defining games over the last 30 years, with a track record that includes multiple Game of the Year awards. Blizzard Entertainment engages tens of millions of players around the world with titles available on PC via Battle.net&reg;, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android. 
Our World 
Activision Blizzard, Inc., is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty&reg;, World of Warcraft&reg;, Overwatch&reg;, Diablo&reg;, Candy Crush&trade; and Bubble Witch&trade;. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet! 
Our ability to build immersive and innovate worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for &lsquo;Every World&rsquo; - we&rsquo;ve got our employees covered! 
The videogame 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. 
We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! 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! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply. 
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest. 
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.
Rewards
We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for &lsquo;Every World&rsquo; - we&rsquo;ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:<ul><li>
Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&amp;D insurance, disability insurance;</li><li>
401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;</li><li>
Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;</li><li>
Mental health &amp; wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life &amp; disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;</li><li>
If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.</li></ul>
Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.
In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $80,800.00 - $149,400.00 Annual. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role&rsquo;s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.</div>

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Senior Animator, Gameplay - Unannounced Game | Irvine, CA or Albany, NY

<div>Team Name:
Unannounced Project<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Title:</h2>
Principal Designer, Missions - Unannounced Game<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Requisition ID:</h2>
R025480<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Description:</h2>
At Blizzard, we craft genre-defining games and legendary worlds for all to share. Through unparalleled creativity and storytelling, we create immersive universes and iconic characters that are beloved across platforms, borders, backgrounds, and generations - only made possible by building a work environment that nurtures the artistry of game development and unleashes the aspirations of our people. 
As a Principal Missions Designer, you will be responsible for bringing to life memorable and highly engaging locations that weave excellent storytelling with satisfying gameplay. You have proven experience working in a team dynamic and are comfortable building missions from concept to ship, looking at everything from dialogue to layout composition and combat encounters. When particularly hard problems arise, you will draw upon the team's collective creativity and experience to finalize designs that meet the needs of the game. You will collaborate with an experienced team at a fast pace with a highly iterative feedback process. 
This role is anticipated to be a hybrid work position, with some work on-site and some work-from-home. The home studio for this role is Irvine, CA or Albany, NY. 
Responsibilities
Priorities can often change in a fast-paced environment like ours, so this role includes, but is not limited to the following responsibilities:<ul><li>
Design and build captivating layouts and locations that align with the game&rsquo;s narrative and gameplay goals.</li><li>
Integrate gameplay mechanics, challenges, combat, and puzzles into mission designs to enhance player engagement and exploration.</li><li>
Collaborate with other designers, artists, code, audio, VFX, and animation departments to a compelling holistic player experience.</li><li>
Deliver high-quality results and build progress towards short- to medium- to long-term deliverables/releases, from iterative prototyping to execution.</li><li>
Prototype and create engaging missions or mission components in-engine to a AAA standard that integrate player fantasy, narrative, and gameplay.</li></ul> 
Requirements<ul><li>
13+ years of experience creating missions/quests, layout, and the frameworks that missions are built from, or combination of related education and experience.</li><li>
Experience with technical design, scripting, and level design.</li><li>
Proven experience shipping AAA titles.</li><li>
Experience working with cross-functional teams in feature development.</li><li>
Experience across a variety of platforms, particularly PC and console.</li><li>
Experience using traditional AAA game development tools and engines.</li><li>
A team-oriented approach to your work, understanding the importance of collaboration, and partnering with all departments.</li></ul> 
Extra Points:<ul><li>
Experience with Unreal Engine and Blueprint scripting.</li><li>
A background in combat design, content design, or tools development.</li><li>
Experience with programming or in technical roles.</li><li>
Enjoy playing a variety of video game genres and titles.</li></ul> 
Your Platform
Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft&reg;, Overwatch&reg;, Diablo&reg;, and StarCraft&reg;, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (www.blizzard.com), a division of Activision Blizzard, which was acquired by Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences. Blizzard Entertainment has created some of the industry&rsquo;s most critically acclaimed and genre-defining games over the last 30 years, with a track record that includes multiple Game of the Year awards. Blizzard Entertainment engages tens of millions of players around the world with titles available on PC via Battle.net&reg;, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android.
Our World
Activision Blizzard, Inc., is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty&reg;, World of Warcraft&reg;, Overwatch&reg;, Diablo&reg;, Candy Crush&trade; and Bubble Witch&trade;. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet!
Our ability to build immersive and innovative worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for &lsquo;Every World&rsquo; - we&rsquo;ve got our employees covered!
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
We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all the qualifications? Let us decide! 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! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.
Rewards
We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for &lsquo;Every World&rsquo; - we&rsquo;ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:<ul><li>
Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&amp;D insurance, disability insurance;</li><li>
401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;</li><li>
Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;</li><li>
Mental health &amp; wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life &amp; disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;</li><li>
If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.</li></ul>
Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.
In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $116,800.00 - $216,000.00 Annual. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role&rsquo;s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.</div>

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Principal Designer, Missions - Unannounced Game

<div>Team Name:
Unannounced Project<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Title:</h2>
Principal Animator, Cinematics - Unannounced Game | Irvine, CA or Albany, NY<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Requisition ID:</h2>
R025228<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Description:</h2>
Your mission
At Blizzard, we craft genre-defining games and legendary worlds for all to share. Through unparalleled creativity and storytelling, we create immersive universes and iconic characters that are beloved across platforms, borders, backgrounds, and generations - only made possible by building a work environment that nurtures the artistry of game development and unleashes the aspirations of our people. 
As a Principal Animator, Cinematics you'll be leading the creation of high-quality, realistic in-game cinematics, working with motion capture and hand-keyed animations, while also mentoring and supporting other animators. You'll be working with other artists, designers, and engineers to collaborate on creatively complex assignments. In partnership with these teams, you&rsquo;ll develop an inspiring creative vision, robust cinematic pipeline, and exciting interactive narrative gameplay for a new, unannounced game. 
This role is anticipated to be a hybrid work position, with some work on-site and some work-from-home. The home studio for this role is Irvine, CA. 
Responsibilities: 
Priorities can often change in a fast-paced environment like ours, so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:<ul><li> 
Create visually stunning and compelling in-game cinematics, using both motion capture and hand-keyed animation techniques.</li><li>
Develop and iterate on cinematic pipeline and narrative gameplay systems.</li><li>
Provide guidance, feedback, and mentorship to other animators to ensure high-quality work.</li><li>
Work across disciplines with game directors, writers, designers, and technical teams to ensure the cinematics align with the overall game vision.</li><li>
Assist in planning and preparation for motion capture shoots, ensuring that rigs, sets, and props are ready and validated.</li></ul> 
Requirements<ul><li>
12+ years experience with motion capture, performance capture and hand keyed animation of characters and creatures in Maya (or equivalent 3D programs).</li><li>
Exceptional facial animation skills.</li><li>
Strong understanding of cinematic systems development.</li><li>
Experience with cinematic pipelines and interactive storytelling.</li><li>
Strong understanding of narrative structure and cinematography, including staging, camera, layout, and editing.</li><li>
Technical knowledge of animation implementation into a game engine.</li></ul> 
Extra Points<ul><li>
Experience working on AAA games for major platforms.</li><li>
Experience with prototype/quick iteration environments.</li><li>
On-set experience with mocap shoots.</li><li>
Experience with basic modeling and rigging.</li></ul> 
Your Platform 
Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft&reg;, Overwatch&reg;, Diablo&reg;, and StarCraft&reg;, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (www.blizzard.com), a division of Activision Blizzard, which was acquired by Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences. Blizzard Entertainment has created some of the industry&rsquo;s most critically acclaimed and genre-defining games over the last 30 years, with a track record that includes multiple Game of the Year awards. Blizzard Entertainment engages tens of millions of players around the world with titles available on PC via Battle.net&reg;, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android. 
Our World 
Activision Blizzard, Inc., is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty&reg;, World of Warcraft&reg;, Overwatch&reg;, Diablo&reg;, Candy Crush&trade; and Bubble Witch&trade;. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet! 
Our ability to build immersive and innovate worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for &lsquo;Every World&rsquo; - we&rsquo;ve got our employees covered! 
The videogame 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. 
We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! 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! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply. 
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest. 
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics. 
Rewards
We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for &lsquo;Every World&rsquo; - we&rsquo;ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:<ul><li>
Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&amp;D insurance, disability insurance;</li><li>
401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;</li><li>
Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;</li><li>
Mental health &amp; wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life &amp; disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;</li><li>
If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.</li></ul>
Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.
In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $116,800.00 - $216,000.00 Annual. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role&rsquo;s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.</div>

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Principal Animator, Cinematics - Unannounced Game | Irvine, CA or Albany, NY

<div>Team Name:
Overwatch<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Title:</h2>
Lead Character Modeler - Overwatch 2 | Irvine, CA<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Requisition ID:</h2>
R025358<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Description:</h2><div><div>
Tracer, Kiriko, Reinhardt, Genji&hellip; these are just a few of the memorable heroes that inhabit our world. We put our heart and soul into bringing these unique and visually stunning characters to life, and our ranks are growing. We want to meet a Lead Character Artist who is ready to help us grow the Overwatch 2 universe.</div><div> 
Blizzard is looking for a highly motivated and talented Lead Character Modeler to join our Overwatch 2 art team in Irvine, California. In this role, you will use your modeling and surfacing skills to bring new heroes to life and expand the horizons of Overwatch 2. Your broader experience with game development and the character pipeline will help you work collaboratively with designers, concept artists, technical artists, and animators to ensure that you are always putting gameplay first when it comes to developing amazing characters. In short, you&rsquo;ll be part of a close-knit, collaborative community of artists, engineers, and designers whose sole goal is to make a truly epic and immersive game experience. Sound fun? If you&rsquo;re up to the challenge of helping realize the next epic Blizzard title, we want to hear from you!</div><div> 
This role is anticipated to be a hybrid work position, with some work on-site and some work-from-home. The potential home studio for this role is in Irvine, CA.</div><div> 
Responsibilities:</div><div>
Priorities can often change in a fast-paced environment like ours, so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:</div><div><ul><li>
Create high-resolution 3D models to final game-resolution 3D models with textures (within Photoshop).</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Combine hand-crafted techniques with next-generation materials to achieve Overwatch 2&rsquo;s unique style.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>
Collaborate in an open and iterative production environment comfortably.</li></ul></div><div> 
Minimum Requirements</div><div>
Experience</div><div><ul><li>
8+ years of experience in game development as an artist specializing in character modeling.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Proficiency in Maya, Photoshop, Substance Painter, and ZBrush</li></ul></div><div> 
Knowledge &amp; Skills</div><div><ul><li>
Strong understanding of next-generation asset creation pipelines and tools.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Demonstrated proficiency in hard-surface poly modeling techniques.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Deep understanding of sculpting anatomy, shape, structure, and silhouette.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Strong eye for light, shading, color, and detail in texture creation.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Self-motivation, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative mindset.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Ability to work creatively in both large and small teams.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Problem-solving and prototyping skills.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Ability to collaborate effectively across departments, including game design, programming, technical art, and animation.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Passion for video games and interactive storytelling.</li></ul></div><div> 
Pluses</div><div><ul><li>
Familiarity with Blizzard&rsquo;s visual style and a desire to contribute to its evolution.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Experience designing visuals that support gameplay-oriented goals.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>
Skills in related disciplines such as illustration, animation, visual effects, or technical art.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Experience shipping an AAA PC or console title as a character artist.</li></ul></div><div> 
Submission / Portfolio requirements</div><div><ul><li>
A cover letter is required.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
A portfolio and/or reel demonstrating relevant artistic skills is required.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Only online artwork submissions will be accepted (e.g., website, blog, or online album).</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Candidates may be asked to complete an art test.</li></ul></div></div><div> 
Your Platform</div><div>
Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft&reg;, Overwatch&reg;, Diablo&reg;, and StarCraft&reg;, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (www.blizzard.com), a division of Activision Blizzard, which was acquired by Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences. Blizzard Entertainment has created some of the industry&rsquo;s most critically acclaimed and genre-defining games over the last 30 years, with a track record that includes multiple Game of the Year awards. Blizzard Entertainment engages tens of millions of players around the world with titles available on PC via Battle.net&reg;, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android.</div><div> 
Our World</div><div>
Activision Blizzard, Inc., is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty&reg;, World of Warcraft&reg;, Overwatch&reg;, Diablo&reg;, Candy Crush&trade; and Bubble Witch&trade;. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet!</div><div> 
Our ability to build immersive and innovative worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for &lsquo;Every World&rsquo; - we&rsquo;ve got our employees covered!</div><div> 
The videogame 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.</div><div> 
We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! 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! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.</div><div> 
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.</div><div> 
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.</div>
Rewards
We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for &lsquo;Every World&rsquo; - we&rsquo;ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:<ul><li>
Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&amp;D insurance, disability insurance;</li><li>
401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;</li><li>
Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;</li><li>
Mental health &amp; wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life &amp; disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;</li><li>
If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.</li></ul>
Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.
In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $97,200.00 - $179,900.00 Annual. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role&rsquo;s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.</div>

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Lead Character Modeler - Overwatch 2 | Irvine, CA

<div>Team Name:
Story &amp; Franchise Development Operations<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Title:</h2>
Book Editor - Temp (Story and Franchise Development / SFD) | Irvine, CA<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Requisition ID:</h2>
R025442<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Description:</h2><div><div>
Are you passionate about building immersive worlds and bringing epic stories to life?</div><div> 
Blizzard Entertainment is looking for a talented and enthusiastic Book Editor for the Story and Franchise Development (SFD) team in Irvine, California, in a 6 month temporary position. SFD is dedicated to expanding Blizzard&rsquo;s legendary universes through animation, cinematics, novels, comics, and more, working alongside top-tier creative talent both inside and outside of Blizzard.</div><div> 
In this role, you'll be at the heart of shaping unforgettable narratives, helping craft comics, short stories, and books that push Blizzard&rsquo;s publishing program to bold new heights. You will collaborate with Blizzard&rsquo;s game and SFD teams, managing the creative vision for a small list of assigned projects and supporting the books team broadly on departmental tasks. You will work directly with talent, as well as the editorial and design staff of publishing partners on licensed projects.</div><div> 
This role is anticipated to be a hybrid work position, with some work on-site and some work-from-home. The potential home studio for this role is Irvine, CA. However, we understand each person&rsquo;s circumstances may be unique and will work with you to explore other possible options, including remote work arrangements.</div><div> 
Responsibilities:</div><div>
Priorities can often change in a fast-paced environment like ours, so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:</div><div><ul><li>
Pitch, develop, and edit a weekly serialized comic series plus 2-5 additional projects per year in a variety of formats including comics/graphic novels, prose novels, short stories, scrolling comics, and specialty books.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Independently handle editorial duties on assigned titles, including:</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Craft the initial story concept</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Acquire new talent and manage authors</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Work with Senior Brand Artist on artistic vision for the project</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Review each stage of art and design with Senior Brand Artist</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Line edit outlines and 2-3 manuscript drafts per project</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Draft copy for marketing needs, including back-of-book and retailer pages</li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>
Review copyediting/proofreader changes as needed</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Support actors and directors as editorial contact in VO sessions for motion comics and audio stories</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Work with animators and VFX artists to direct and review animated assets and motion comics.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Build and maintain up-to-date narrative/lore knowledge on two of Blizzard&rsquo;s live service games.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Support Editorial Supervisor on departmental tasks as needed.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Assemble care packages of relevant media and lore to on-board authors, artists, and VO actors.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Review projects for canon compliance and lore accuracy</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Check developing book/comic artwork against in-game models to ensure accuracy</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Develop documentation as needed to inform developing content</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Review game development documentation for compliance with established lore</li></ul></div><div> 
Minimum Requirements</div><div>
Experience</div><div><ul><li>
Minimum 5 years editorial experience</li></ul></div><div> 
Knowledge &amp; Skills</div><div><ul><li>
Excellent organizational skills and sharp attention to detail.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to collaborate across multiple teams.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Ability to foster creative environments for colleagues, partners, and talent, within an iterative development process.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Knowledge of industry trends and competitive landscape.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>
Expertise in comic development from concept to final product.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Strong storytelling skills and the ability to provide constructive feedback.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Passion for Blizzard&rsquo;s universes, with an understanding of their lore and intellectual properties.</li></ul></div><div> 
Extra Points</div><div><ul><li>
Experience in licensed publishing, particularly in gaming or high-profile franchises</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Love for games, movies, comics, and other elements of pop culture</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Extensive understanding of one or more of Blizzard Entertainment&rsquo;s intellectual properties</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Knowledge of Blizzard Entertainment&rsquo;s published products, including novels, comics, art books, specialty books, and online publications</li></ul></div><div> 
Your Platform</div><div>
Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft&reg;, Overwatch&reg;, Diablo&reg;, and StarCraft&reg;, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (www.blizzard.com), a division of Activision Blizzard, which was acquired by Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences. Blizzard Entertainment has created some of the industry&rsquo;s most critically acclaimed and genre-defining games over the last 30 years, with a track record that includes multiple Game of the Year awards. Blizzard Entertainment engages tens of millions of players around the world with titles available on PC via Battle.net&reg;, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android.</div><div> 
Our World</div><div>
Activision Blizzard, Inc., is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty&reg;, World of Warcraft&reg;, Overwatch&reg;, Diablo&reg;, Candy Crush&trade; and Bubble Witch&trade;. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet!</div><div> 
Our ability to build immersive and innovative worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for &lsquo;Every World&rsquo; - we&rsquo;ve got our employees covered!</div><div> 
The videogame 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.</div></div><div> 
We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! 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! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.</div><div> 
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.</div><div> 
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.
</div>Rewards
We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for &lsquo;Every World&rsquo; - we&rsquo;ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:<ul><li>
Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&amp;D insurance, disability insurance;</li><li>
401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;</li><li>
Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;</li><li>
Mental health &amp; wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life &amp; disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;</li><li>
If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.</li></ul>
Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.
In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $55,800.00 - $103,230.00 Annual. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role&rsquo;s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.</div>

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Book Editor - Temp (Story and Franchise Development / SFD) | Irvine, CA

<div>Team Name:
Unannounced Project<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Title:</h2>
Animator, Gameplay - Unannounced Game | Irvine, CA or Albany, NY<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Requisition ID:</h2>
R025105<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Description:</h2>
At Blizzard, we craft genre-defining games and legendary worlds for all to share. Through unparalleled creativity and storytelling, we create immersive universes and iconic characters that are beloved across platforms, borders, backgrounds, and generations - only made possible by building a work environment that nurtures the artistry of game development and unleashes the aspirations of our people. 
As an Animator, you'll be animating a diverse range of compelling characters and creatures that support an engaging, dynamic, and satisfying gameplay experience. You'll be working with other artists, designers, and engineers to collaborate on creatively complex assignments to develop an inspiring creative vision, animation style, and production pipeline for this new Blizzard game. Ultimately, you&rsquo;re combining inspiring art with great gameplay while actively communicating and thriving on a small team. 
This role is anticipated to be a hybrid work position, with some work on-site and some work-from-home. The home studio for this role is Irvine, CA. 
Responsibilities
 Partner with the animation team to help develop a unique animation style and visual direction for the project.<ul><li>
Collaborate with designers, tech artists, and engineers to integrate the animation assets into the engine, and identify and troubleshoot any technical issues that might arise.</li><li>
Partner with engineers and tech artists to help support and develop an effective animation pipeline for prototyping and a rapid iteration mindset for game development.</li></ul> 
Requirements<ul><li> 
5+ years of experience in gameplay animation.</li><li>
Strong understanding of the principles of animation and body mechanics.</li><li>
Experience animating characters and creatures in Maya (or equivalent 3D programs).</li><li>
Strong understanding of human and creature anatomy and a keen eye toward creatively representing their movements in believable ways.</li><li>
Experience with creating animation blend trees; previous experience with node-based animation editors.</li></ul> 
Extra Points<ul><li> 
Professional experience working on AAA games for major platforms.</li><li>
Experience with prototype/quick iteration environments.</li><li>
Experience working with motion capture.</li><li>Experience with basic modeling and rigging.</li></ul> 
Your Platform 
Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft&reg;, Overwatch&reg;, Diablo&reg;, and StarCraft&reg;, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (www.blizzard.com), a division of Activision Blizzard, which was acquired by Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences. Blizzard Entertainment has created some of the industry&rsquo;s most critically acclaimed and genre-defining games over the last 30 years, with a track record that includes multiple Game of the Year awards. Blizzard Entertainment engages tens of millions of players around the world with titles available on PC via Battle.net&reg;, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android. 
Our World
Activision Blizzard, Inc., is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty&reg;, World of Warcraft&reg;, Overwatch&reg;, Diablo&reg;, Candy Crush&trade; and Bubble Witch&trade;. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet!
Our ability to build immersive and innovative worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for &lsquo;Every World&rsquo; - we&rsquo;ve got our employees covered!
The videogame 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. 
We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! 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! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply. 
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest. 
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics. 
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We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for &lsquo;Every World&rsquo; - we&rsquo;ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:<ul><li>
Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&amp;D insurance, disability insurance;</li><li>
401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;</li><li>
Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;</li><li>
Mental health &amp; wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life &amp; disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;</li><li>
If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.</li></ul>
Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.
In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $29.81 - $55.14 Hourly. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role&rsquo;s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.</div>

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