Expert Level Designer
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Job Title: Expert Level Designer
Requisition ID: R
Job Description
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Sledgehammer Games is a leading developer in the video game industry, best known for its work on the Call of Duty franchise. Since its founding in 2009, the studio has delivered iconic titles like “Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare,” “Call of Duty: WWII,” and most recently, “Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III.” We combine cutting-edge technology with creative vision to produce games that resonate with players worldwide. With a focus on creating high-quality multiplayer experiences and captivating single-player campaigns, we continue to shape the future of first-person shooters.
We are looking for a talented developer to join us as an Expert Level Designer within our Toronto team. In this role, you will partner closely with our teams at other studio locations in the United States and Australia to create epic content for some of the biggest games in the world. If you’re ready to be part of a dynamic and collaborative environment where your skills can make a real impact, we invite you to explore career opportunities with us.
Sledgehammer Games is part of the Activision family and is wholly owned by Microsoft. To learn more about our studio, please visit us at or search for Sledgehammer Games on your favorite social media platform.
Your Mission
Your mission is to develop, implement, and tune player-first experiences enjoyed by millions of gamers worldwide. You are a self-sufficient teammate who takes ownership of tasks, proactively solves challenges, and delivers high-quality work on time. You thrive in challenging, ambiguous environments, with an agile and flexible mindset. Excellent and persuasive communication skills are essential. We seek an innovative and dedicated teammate to help tell our story.
- Collaborate with Creative Directors, Designers, Engineers, Artists, Producers, and Animators to deliver a world-class player experience.
- Research subject matter related to design objectives to ensure authenticity.
- Be a proactive self-starter capable of independently implementing high-level directions.
- Effectively pitch designs and features using multimedia tools.
- Work in Radiant to create engaging and immersive play-spaces.
- Mentor fellow Designers.
- Play builds of in-progress games and provide concise, prioritized feedback to internal teams and external partners.
- Coordinate with other teams to understand level requirements and plans.
- Possess a comprehensive understanding of the game design process across all facets.
- Collaborate with user-testing teams during play-balancing to provide expert feedback.
Minimum Requirements
- 8+ years in the games industry in level design, with at least 3 shipped AAA titles on console/PC.
- Passionate, egoless attitude welcoming feedback, and enjoyment of collaborative, iterative, and agile processes.
- Strong understanding of geometry, flow, and layout.
- Ability to lead by example.
- Impressive communication skills.
- Solid understanding of modern level design trends.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Broad gaming experience, especially online.
- Willingness to relocate to Toronto.
Extra Points
- Deep understanding of the Call of Duty franchise and Warzone.
- Knowledge of the F2P games space.
- Experience with games-as-a-service products.
- Proficiency with visual software (Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.).
We encourage anyone passionate about changing the games industry to apply. Research shows women and under-represented groups often hesitate to apply if they think they don’t meet all qualifications, but many do. At Activision Blizzard, we are committed to diversity and inclusion.
Our World
At Activision, we aim to create iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. Our mission is to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences. We are home to franchises like Call of Duty, Crash Bandicoot, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater, and Guitar Hero. We strive to innovate and create an inclusive environment where diverse, passionate teams succeed.
Ready to Activate Your Future?
The industry is fast-paced and evolving. Duties may change to support our business and partnerships.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
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Company
Blizzard Entertainment
Location
Toronto
Country
Canada
Salary
100.000
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