Job Description
Blizzard Entertainment is looking for an experienced game designer and leader to help shape the World of Warcraft’s ongoing narrative. You will lead a team that crafts content and tells stories which both honor and advance the legacy of this rich world. The ideal candidate has experience with leadership, quest design, questing systems design, documentation, implementation, interactive storytelling techniques, peer review, and writing.
COVID-19 Hiring Update: We’ve transitioned to a work-from-home model and we’re continuing to interview and hire during this time. This role is expected to begin as a remote position. We understand each person’s circumstances may be unique and will work with you to explore possible interim options.
Requirements
- Experience playing World of Warcraft, and a deep understanding of its history and characters.
- Experience managing and/or mentoring others.
- Extensive content creation experience.
- Strong writing and character development skills.
- Able to work creatively and meet deadlines in a demanding team environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
- Absolute passion for playing and making computer games.
Pluses
- 6 years or more of game design experience, preferably on MMO/RPG content.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- Extensive experience with Warcraft III and the extended Warcraft universe.
Required Application Materials
- Resume
- Cover Letter which should include:
- Why you are interested in working at Blizzard
- What games you are currently playing
Blizzard Entertainment is a global company committed to growing our employees along with the business. We offer generous benefits and perks with an eye on providing true work / life balance. We’ve worked hard to foster an intensely collaborative and creative environment, a diverse and inclusive employee culture, and training and opportunity for professional growth. Our people are everything. Our core values are real, and our mission has never changed. We are dedicated to creating the most epic entertainment experiences…ever. Join us!
Job Status:
Full-Time
Primary Location:
United States-CA-Irvine
Blizzard Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Team Name
World of Warcraft