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Associate Game Designer

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Design
    Product
  • Needham

AI generated summary

  • You should collaborate well, understand free-to-play mechanics, have basic design knowledge, be passionate about mobile strategy games, and possess Unity experience, strong math skills, and communication skills.
  • You will create game systems in Unity, design mobile game mechanics, document specifications, manage data files, adapt to feedback, balance economies, and collaborate with teams.

Requirements

  • Ability to collaborate with a design group and maintain a growth mindset
  • An understanding of free-to-play mechanics within games
  • Basic knowledge of player focused game design methodologies
  • Passion for mobile games, especially in the strategy or F2P genres
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced production-oriented environment
  • Experience with Unity or other game engines
  • Experience using Microsoft Excel
  • Strong math skills necessary
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Detail-oriented and results-driven
  • Experience with C# a plus
  • Scripting skills a plus

Responsibilities

  • The Associate Designer will focus on creating game systems content using a combination of Unity, scripting, and in-house editing tools.
  • Work with team leadership to design systems for a mobile free-to-play game
  • Work within game development best practices and development lifecycle
  • Create and maintain detailed design documentation to specification
  • Translate goals and objectives into design functionality
  • Create and maintain complex data files related to items, monsters, and other systemic content
  • Quickly adapt to change and feedback from leads, live data, and playtests
  • Balance and polish all manner of game mechanics, including live free-to-play economies
  • Manage bug queues and meet deadlines for prioritize work
  • Communicate and collaborate with cross disciplinary teams
  • Articulate game mechanics as part of the player experience

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Associate Game Designer role?

The primary focus of the Associate Game Designer role is to implement engaging gameplay content and systems within the live title Game of Thrones: Conquest.

What skills are required for the Associate Game Designer position?

Required skills include collaboration within a design group, understanding free-to-play mechanics, basic knowledge of player-focused game design methodologies, and experience with Unity or other game engines.

Is previous experience necessary for this position?

No, this is an entry-level position suitable for candidates who have a passion for game development and design, and who are eager to learn and grow.

What types of qualifications are preferred for candidates?

Preferred qualifications include experience with C#, scripting skills, and a strong understanding of mobile games, particularly in the strategy or free-to-play genres.

Will the Associate Game Designer receive mentorship?

Yes, the Associate Game Designer will be mentored in the development environment and will receive hands-on experience in creating static data.

How does the company prioritize diversity and inclusion?

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a diverse workforce and considers candidates based on merit, without regard to race, gender, sexual orientation, or other protected categories.

What type of documentation will the Associate Game Designer be responsible for?

The Associate Game Designer will create and maintain detailed design documentation to specification.

How important is communication in this role?

Effective communication is crucial as the Associate Game Designer will need to collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams and articulate game mechanics as part of the player experience.

What software tools should candidates be familiar with?

Candidates should have experience using Microsoft Excel and any familiarity with Unity or other game engines is beneficial.

Are there opportunities for growth within the company?

Yes, Warner Bros. Discovery offers career-defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and support for personal and professional growth.

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Mission & Purpose

Warner Bros. Discovery is a global media and entertainment company, known for producing and distributing a wide range of content, including films, television shows, and digital content. Their ultimate mission is to captivate audiences worldwide by creating compelling and innovative stories that entertain, inform, and inspire. With a strong focus on storytelling and creativity, Warner Bros. Discovery aims to enrich people's lives through entertainment and provide a diverse array of content across various platforms. Their purpose is to connect people through shared experiences and to continue being a leading force in the entertainment industry, shaping the future of entertainment in the UK and beyond.

Culture & Values

  • Act as one team

    Trust each other, succeed together, and grow together. Collaborate across teams and make decisions that are best for WBD overall. Prioritize growth, development, and well-being for our teams. Respect and support each other, and celebrate wins.

  • Create what's next

    Be curious, innovate, and focus on the future. Drive change, embrace disruption, and never stop learning. Use data and technology to transform what we create and how we tell stories and deliver. Experiment, fail fast, acknowledge mistakes and learn from them.

  • Empower Storytelling

    Put creators, consumers and partners at the center, and share extraordinary stories. Tell stories that entertain and inspire our viewers, communities, and each other. Foster creativity by giving the freedom to try new things and produce our best work. Deliver the best experience; anticipate what consumers want and be fan obsessed.

  • Champion Inclusion

    Empower others, have courage, and pursue equity. Amplify the voices of global storytellers to reflect audiences around the world. Intentionally seek out diversity, remove barriers, and create space for all to share ideas and be heard. Actively listen and lead with empathy, integrity, and transparency.

  • Dream it & own it

    Advocate the mission, move with speed, and drive results. Have an owner's mindset; bring a perspective, take decisive rapid action, and manage spend responsibly. Make clear choices, set ambitious goals, and be accountable for results. Speak up and fearlessly challenge the norm.