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Game Designer
Blizzard Entertainment
Irvine, CA, United States
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Game Designer, Missions
Seeking Legendary Hearthstone Mission Designer for Ludicrous Shenanigans
We are searching for a talented designer to join the ranks of our development team with a focus on designing single-player missions that flesh out the outrageous world of Hearthstone and highlight fun new mechanics.
Are you the type who wishes to be a part of a small, close-knit team of creatives whose greatest dream is to make valuable contributions to a game you feel passionately about? Then we want to talk with you!
We are seeking Designers who have in-depth knowledge of Hearthstone and working knowledge of card-game mechanics. Most importantly, the designer should have experience elegantly telling stories through gameplay and a deep understanding of recent games. Familiarity with the Warcraft universe is a definite plus.
Responsibilities
• Design compelling Hearthstone missions using Hearthstone design principles.
• Enhance the storytelling of Hearthstone using: card names, concepts, flavor text, and game mechanics that highlight the world, characters, and story.
• Implement in-game missions using simple scripting languages.
• Develop an in-depth understanding of Hearthstone’s tools, and contribute to the ongoing development of new tools for designers.
• Continual iteration on mission design based on team feedback and playtests.
Requirements
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a game design role with at least one shipped title.
• Absolute passion for playing and making video games, especially with Blizzard Entertainment products and the Warcraft universe.
• A positive and self-driven attitude with the ability to be collaborative in a team environment.
• Excellent storytelling instincts and experience telling stories interactively with gameplay (as opposed to passively, with cut-scenes or other interruptions).
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
Pluses
• Being good at Hearthstone (Casual players are welcome to apply)
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of the Warcraft lore
Required Application Materials
• Resume
• Cover letter which should include:
• Why you are passionate about working at Blizzard
• What games you are currently playing
• Your experience with and current rank in Hearthstone
• Describe a single Hearthstone mission encounter and explain why it would be fun in 2 paragraphs or less