Avalanche is a Warner Bros. Games studio located in downtown Salt Lake City nestled against the backdrop of the beautiful Wasatch Mountains. We've been in the video game business since 1995, creating interactive experiences for fans of the world's largest franchises. Join the team behind the blockbuster open world, action RPG Hogwarts Legacy as we create what's next!
WB Games Avalanche - Senior Designer, Gameplay Avalanche Software, a division of Warner Brothers Games Inc. seeks a senior level gameplay designer. Join the team who created Hogwarts Legacy, a new open world, action RPG set in the Wizarding World. You will work alongside other gameplay designers to develop moment-to-moment gameplay features that embody the vision and values articulated by the game's directors.
Your Role Accountabilities- Design and implement verbs for both synchronous and asynchronous multiplayer gameplay
- Collaborate with fellow designers, artists, and engineers under the direction of the Lead Gameplay Designer
- Tune and balance gameplay elements
- Participate in regular playtests, provide and receive constructive feedback
- Maintain useful documentation of your designs and ensure there is always a single source of truth
Qualifications & Experience- 5+ years of professional experience in a design role
- At least one shipped title in a professional design role; self-published independent projects for associate candidates
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Fluency with Unreal Engine 5, especially the gameplay ability system and blueprints
- Passion for games, a positive attitude, and a sincere desire to learn
The Nice to Haves - Familiarity with one or more programming languages, especially C++
- Deep knowledge of the online RPG genre
