Job Description

Job Title:

Lead Quest Designer

Requisition ID:

R026916

LeadQuestDesigner

Elsewhere Entertainment is looking for aLead QuestDesigner to join the development of a new IP.

Feed your creativity while collaborating with our team ofhighly-skilleddevelopers to build something innovative, exhilarating, and expansivelyentertaining!

Asa member of theContentdepartment, youwill manage and guide Quest Designers, driving the successful delivery offun and memorablequestexperiencesYou willbe responsible foraligning execution with project goals, quality standards, and production timelines while fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team environment.

As a member of the project,you’llhelp take the studio and our game from great to even better,with a focus on inclusivity, mutual respect (for ourselves and our players), thoughtfulness, empathy, professionalism, and collaboration.

Ifyou’rean experienced design leader and collaborative partner who values cross-functional communication and creative problem-solving,we’dlove to hear from you.

You’llhelp us by…

• Leading and managing the Quest Design team to meet projectobjectives, quality standards, and production milestones.

• Setting clear goals and performance expectations aligned with the broader project vision

• Collaborating with thequest,narrative, level designteamsand other departments in craftinga cohesive experience forthe game’s locations, characters, content, and plots

• Acting as the primary point of contact for Quest Design within the project, communicating status, risks, and needsforsenior leadership.

• Collaboratingwith our Quest and Narrative DesignersandEngineersto furtherdevelopthe pipelines and processes of the Quest Design team.

• Designing and implementing functionalquestsand becoming proficient in using our tools

• Help express thestory'svisionvia excellent exploration,dialogue,gameplay, and activities.  

• Providing constructive feedback on others’ work

• Acting as a liaison to other departments, conveying the consistent design visionof the project

• Providing regular feedback, coaching, and performance management forquestdesigners.

You’reawesome because you have…

• Proven experience as a professional Game Designer, with significant quest design experience and at least one shipped title in a senior or lead capacity.

• Demonstrated ability to manage schedules, set priorities, and deliver against defined productiontimelines

• Experience with technical game design (implementation in tools, game logic, visual scripting,etc.)

• Ability to collaborate and thrive as part of a creative team and comfortable with self-critique and accepting outside feedback

• Creative problem-solving skills with a collaborative, team-oriented approach

• Experience pitching game design concepts in a clear, detailed manner, through strong written and verbal skills

• Strong organizational skills and a proventrack recordof meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to provide clear, actionable feedback and support team growth and development.

Bonus points for…

• Industry recognition ordemonstratedimpact in your field

• Having made your own game as a side or indie project

• Experience in adjacent fields such ascontent design,narrative design,environmentart, programming,etc.

• Experience playing and/or crafting pen and paper, board, or trading card games

Not sure you meet allthe 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! At Activision, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

Our World

At Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment.We’redriven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, Crash Bandicoot™, Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™, and Guitar Hero®. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products, our “press start” is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences.

We’renot just looking back at our decades-long legacy;we’reforging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate, creative, and diverse teams within our organization.

We’rein the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater — this could be your opportunity to level up.

Ready to Activate Your Future?

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