videogame designer

Blizzard Entertainment

<p></p><div><p><b>Team Name:</b></p>
Unannounced Project<p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Title:</b></h2>
Game Designer, Player Systems - Unannounced Game<p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Requisition ID:</b></h2>
R026327<p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Description:</b></h2><p>
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.</p><p></p><p>
We are seeking a Game Designer to shape the features and systems that will drive combat, moment-to-moment player experiences, and progression in a new, unannounced game for Blizzard. In this role, you will design and refine player movement, weapons, abilities, and how they interact with progression systems that create long-term engagement. You have demonstrable knowledge and/or experience in player-focused gameplay design systems: movement, combat, power fantasy, progression, and systems. You are able to look at problems from the perspectives of all types of players-from the most casual to the most advanced-and help build features and designs that make Blizzard games enjoyable by all.</p><p></p><p>
You are the type of designer who is driven by accessibility and simplicity in what you create, and you excel at working alongside other disciplines to create exhilarating moment-to-moment gameplay experiences for players. You are comfortable with iterative, feedback-driven workflow. You have a creative drive that seeks and implements input from the team and players. You can quickly adapt to changes in scope and priority and think about the user experience in everything you do.</p><p></p><p>
Most importantly, you are a strong communicator, and you want to be a part of a focused, seasoned team that openly shares knowledge and experience.<br>
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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</p><p></p><p><b>
Requirements</b></p><ul><li><p>
 5+ years of experience as a designer with a focus on gameplay.</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrable knowledge of moment-to-moment gameplay experiences: movement, weapons, abilities, combat, and how they come together for high-quality AAA gameplay loops.</p></li><li><p>
Understanding of progression systems that provide players with hundreds of hours of systematically driven content.</p></li><li><p>
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills.</p></li><li><p>
Strong problem-solving skills.</p></li><li><p>
Excellent grasp of standard mathematics, statistics, and probability as pertains to game design and game balance.</p></li><li><p>
Strong technical skills with experience with visual scripting languages and/or industry-standard toolsets (Unity, Unreal, etc.)</p></li><li><p>
Expertise with MS Office, specifically Excel.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Pluses</b></p><ul><li><p>
Prior experience working on core moment-to-moment gameplay features or systems.</p></li><li><p>
Hands-on experience designing a feature or system from idea to completion.</p></li><li><p>
Analytical prowess at understanding how to make games &ldquo;feel good&rdquo; to players.</p></li><li><p>
Strong math skills.</p></li><li><p>
Experience working closely with UI/UX.</p></li><li><p>
Experience developing and/or playing games within the shooter genre.</p></li><li><p>
Prior work experience or education in other (non-design) disciplines: art, programming, production, or audio.</p></li><li><p>
Experience designing systems that run equally well on console and PC.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Your Platform</b></p><p></p><p><br>
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.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Our World</b></p><p></p><p>
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!</p><p></p><p>
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!</p><p></p><p>
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.</p><p></p><p><br>
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.</p><p></p><p><br>
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.</p><p></p><p><br>
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.</p><p></p><p><b>
Rewards</b></p><p>
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:</p><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><p></p><p>
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/.</p><p></p>
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>

Game Designer, Player Systems - Unannounced Game

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)

<div></div><div><div><div><div><p>Role: Game Designer</p>
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Location: Mumbai</p>
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Experience Range: 5 to 8years</p>
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Must Have:</p>
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<ul><li>Master's or Bachelor&rsquo;s or Associate Degree in design with specific courses/interest in game design.</li></ul>
<ul><li>More than 3/4 years of experience as a Game Designer especially in digital games.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Understanding the concept of play, gamification, game, simulation and apply them appropriately to create a learning solution for a specific problem.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Passion for mentoring / guiding / training a large group of budding game designers.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Experience of meeting strict deadlines.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Excellent communication skill.</li></ul>
</div><div>Responsibilities:</div><br>
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</div><div><div><ul><li>Understanding the topic/context (in case of educational games) and generate game ideas relevant to that topic. Use of solid design principles is expected in generating game concepts</li></ul>
<ul><li>To submit game design concepts for brainstorming by all concerned teams and improve it iteratively for approval in a timely manner</li></ul>
<ul><li>To create game design document for the approved concepts exploiting the available technologies and affordances.</li></ul>
 <ul><li>To work in a team supporting the Senior as well as junior game designers in formulating, interpreting, visually articulating, and bringing to life design improvements in old as well as new products</li></ul>
<ul><li>To research and gather realistic information through constant market update, client feedback, brainstorm within the team and translate the same onto the designs</li></ul>
<ul><li>To participate and contribute in the product strategy discussions alongside various other stakeholders.</li></ul>
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><b>Location</b></div>
<div>Mumbai</div>
</div><div><div><b>Job Function</b></div>
<div>TECHNOLOGY</div>
</div><div><div><b>Role</b></div>
<div>Designer</div>
</div><div><div><b>Job Id</b></div>
<div>365285</div>
</div><div><div><b>Desired Skills</b></div>
<div>Game Designer</div>
</div></div><p>Desired Candidate Profile
</p><div><div><b>Qualifications</b> : BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE, BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING</div></div></div><div></div>

Game Designer

Holago Games

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  Holago Games specializes in developing hybrid-casual games. Our goal is to create unique gaming experiences that captivate and engage players.
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  Holago Games is seeking a passionate and creative Game Designer/Level Designer to join our team full-time at our Kad&inodot;k&ouml;y office. In this role, you will conceptualize game ideas, design immersive levels, and collaborate closely with the development team to deliver engaging and seamless gameplay experiences.
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   Proficiency in Game Design and Level Design
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   A strong passion for crafting engaging and enjoyable game experiences
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   Creativity combined with excellent problem-solving abilities
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   Familiarity with current game industry trends and technologies
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Senior Game Designer/Level Designer

Meko Games

<p>Meko Games is a small hypercasual game studio created by gamers, with over 5 million downloads worldwide. We are looking for a <b>Game Designer</b> to help us create new games and improve the ones we already have. We want someone who feels confident coming up with fun ideas and quickly building simple prototypes to test them.</p><p><b>Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Working with game mechanics: developing concepts and technical specifications.</li><li>Supporting the feature development process.</li><li>Working with analytics: analyzing released mechanics, building hypotheses based on data to improve current mechanics and the project as a whole.</li><li>Setting up configurations, including launch parameters and balancing events.</li><li>Reviewing and evaluating game quality at various stages of development through build reviews.</li><li>Monitoring new products and potentially interesting features in other games.</li></ul><p><b>Requirements</b></p><ul><li>Experience in creation and management of documentation (Concepts &amp; Game Design Document)</li><li>Understanding key metrics of a game product and the ability to propose hypotheses for A/B testing.</li></ul><p><b>Will be a plus:</b></p><ul><li>Experience with casual projects.</li><li>Experience as a Feature Owner / Lead.</li><li>Experience with LiveOps and monetization.</li><li>Experience in supporting of feature development from concept to release.</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: 13,000.00TRY - 33,000.00TRY per month</p>

HFG Entertainments Private Limited

<p><b>Job Description: Game Designer / Concept Writer </b></p><p><b>Roles and Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>Create and generate the Game Design Document (GDD)</li><li>Develop and design original concepts</li><li>Create addictive features, game mechanics, wireframes, fun elements, game loops, and reward systems</li><li>Develop storylines, character back-stories, and dialogues, including relevant research</li><li>Maintain gameplay systems to ensure a fulfilling flow state for the production team</li><li>Commit to completing every task to a high standard</li><li>Show flexibility in meeting deadlines</li><li>Ability to understand and design 2D and 3D-oriented games</li><li>Ability to take suitable sfx and music for games</li></ul><p><b>Required Skillset:</b></p><ul><li>Experience from 0 - 2 years (Freshers can also apply)</li><li>Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written</li><li>Good understanding of technical implementation within games</li><li>Knowledge of marketing and market research to understand target audience needs</li><li>Basic drawing skills to visually communicate ideas</li><li>Innovative approach to game design with the ability to generate new ideas</li><li>Teamworking skills and ability to collaborate with others</li><li>Ability to understand and design 2D-oriented games</li></ul><p><b>Educational Qualification:</b></p><ul><li>Candidates with a background in Visual Communication or any gaming-related course are preferred.</li><li>Degree is complusory.</li><li>Strong understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and layout techniques.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and creativity.</li><li>Strong communication and collaboration skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li></ul><p>Contact No: 7550239189</p><p>Job Type: Permanent</p><p>Pay: &#8377;20,000.00 - &#8377;30,000.00 per month</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Provident Fund</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Amazon.com

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>DESCRIPTION</b></h2><div>
Amazon Games is looking for a Technical Game Designer to partner with us as we build exciting new casual games with a multiplayer component. You will help build on an entirely new category for gaming and should be comfortable with a degree of ambiguity that&rsquo;s higher than most projects. In this role, you'll lead thinking on what kind of great games will be best for all kinds of casual game players. You will assess content, help developers design for Amazon customers, and invent new game benefits.<br>
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The opportunity to delight millions of gamers is massive, but it's also an ambiguous challenge. You will leverage your game design knowledge to help define and prioritize content for Amazon customers who play games. You'll work with world-class third-party game developers to assess and design great exclusive content. You thrive in an entrepreneurial environment and will collaborate with engineering, marketing, and other stakeholders to resolve ambiguity and balance competing priorities.<br>
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Key job responsibilities<br>
<ul><li>Be part of a multi-disciplinary brain trust and work closely with external developers to ideate, build, and launch great original games</li><li>Provide compelling vision to develop inventive new game ideas</li><li>Ability to work on multiple concurrent projects and interface with all levels within the organization with candor and respect</li><li>Be able to take the high strategic view as well as dive deep and execute</li><li>Work directly with marketing and business development partners to evaluate potential games against intended audience</li><li>Remain up to date with products and services across the game industry, and also within Amazon, Twitch, and Amazon Game Studios</li><li>Quickly prototype design ideas and iterate through playtesting and player feedback</li><li>Work with developers to ensure your content and features are delivered at the highest quality</li><li>Work with engineers and artists to refine our workflows and improve our tooling</li></ul><br>
About the team<br>
Amazon Games applies the principles of Amazonian culture to the world of game design. We have a diverse team of talented, creative people pairing their love of making games with the unique strengths that come with being part of Amazon. Across all of our teams and locations, we are united by a common purpose: to share great gaming experiences with customers around the world. We believe in a future where everyone is a gamer and everyone can create, compete, collaborate and connect through games, and we are looking for the right people to help us build that future. With the power of Twitch and AWS at your fingertips, you will have the chance to innovate in gameplay, creativity, marketing, and technology, while working alongside some of the smartest and most creative minds in the industry.</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>Experience working in a collaborative team and working directly with developers for implementation of designs</li><li>5+ years of game industry experience, or Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent</li><li>5+ years experience as a game designer working in the game industry</li><li>Experience creating end-to-end game experiences from the concept stage to shipping</li><li>Experience working with third-party developers to build great content</li><li>Experience creating and documenting high-quality design guidelines and development strategies</li><li>Has shipped games across a variety of platforms on time and on budget</li><li>A portfolio that demonstrates process and capabilities in crafting compelling gameplay</li><li>Deep understanding of in-game content and what is valuable to players</li><li>Experience communicating with customers and technical teams to collect requirements, describe products, and technical designs</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>Experience presenting to senior levels</li><li>BA, technical degree, or equivalent work experience</li><li>In-depth knowledge of game theory and design best practices</li><li>Experience building games in a wide variety of genres, for a variety of platforms, from mobile to console</li><li>Excellent communication skills, as well as analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>A passion for emergent technologies and new gaming trends</li></ul><br>
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.<br>
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Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.<br>
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $118,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $205,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.</div>

Technical Game Designer, Amazon Games

Hasbro, Inc.

<div><p>At Wizards of the Coast, we connect people around the world through play and imagination. From our genre-defining games like Magic: The Gathering&reg; and Dungeons &amp; Dragons&reg; to our growing multiverse, we continue to innovate and build new ways to foster friendship and connection. That&rsquo;s where you come in!</p><p></p><p><br>
We&rsquo;re currently looking for a <b>Senior Game Designer</b> to join our design team in Renton, WA to work on our iconic Duel Masters series, which has entertained fans in Japan for over 20 years. In this role, you&rsquo;ll support the development and testing for all upcoming Duel Masters sets. If you have a passion for trading card games, are self-motivated, thrive on collaboration, are a curious and creative problem solver, and a phenomenal learner, we&rsquo;d love your help!</p><p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
What You'll Do:</b></h1><ul><li>
Analyze and optimize initial design concepts to deliver final game designs for all Duel Masters products. Coordinate final design feedback and processes with Duel Masters Game Design Managers in the US and Japan offices.</li><li>
Provide final decisions (with Final Design Lead) for all Duel Masters card game rules and ensure alignment across the team.</li><li>
Facilitate and coordinate internal playtests for initial and final game designers.</li><li>
Research, track, and maintain awareness of Duel Masters play styles, formats, and play environments. Regularly communicate information to the R&amp;D team in the US office.</li><li>
Actively contribute to team meetings and discussions, providing exceptionally constructive, reasoned, and creative input that will craft the future of Duel Masters.</li></ul><p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
What You&rsquo;ll Bring:</b></h1><ul><li>
Proficient trading card game experience and knowledge, with competitive play competency.</li><li>
A passionate, self-motivated, and curious approach, with a strong drive to explore novel ideas and solutions.</li><li>
A collaborative mindset that&rsquo;s willing to try new things.</li></ul><p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Preferred Skills:</b></h1><ul><li>
Demonstrated experience in card game development.</li><li>
Fluency in Japanese language is a plus, but not required.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer</b></p><p>
Wizards of the Coast is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. We are committed to making all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, or any other legally protected status.</p><p></p><p><br>
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process and need to request an accommodation, please contact your recruiter or coordinator.</p><p></p><p><br>
The base salary range for this position is $108,200.00 to $162,300.00. The hiring range will vary based on factors such as experience, skills, location and market conditions. Additionally, employees may be eligible for annual and long-term incentives as part of their overall compensation package.</p><p></p><p><br>
Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes:</p><ul><li>
Health &amp; Wellness: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance</li><li>
Time Off to Recharge: Paid Vacation &amp; Holidays</li><li>
Financial Well-being: Generous 401(k) Match</li><li>
Life &amp; Family Support: Paid Parental Leave</li><li>
Giving Back: Volunteer &amp; Employee Giving Programs</li><li>
Level Up Your Skills: Tuition Reimbursement</li><li>
Exclusive Perks: Product Discounts &amp; More!</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
#Wizards</p></div>

Senior Game Designer, Duel Masters

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