Senior Designer, Gameplay

Storytelling is, and will always be, the heart of what we do at Skydance.

Our vision is to build a thriving entertainment ecosystem where stories and worlds are imagined, brought to life and experienced. We create for every age and audience, anchored by the strength of our content and experiences and the depth of our connection with fans. We are creator-first, audience-focused, tech-forward, globally scaled.

Here, you’ll work with talented teams that move fast, think boldly and collaborate with purpose to deliver results. We aim high, champion the best ideas and win together, earning the trust of our employees, creators, partners and audiences every day.

If you’re energized by the opportunity to help build the next-generation global media and entertainment company powered by creativity and technology, we’d be thrilled to welcome you aboard. LET’S GO!

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! ㅤ

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++

About Skydance

Skydance is a next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. Skydance's portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount, Warner Bros., HBO and HBO Max, Paramount+, Pluto TV, CBS, CNN, CBS Sports, TNT Sports, Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, MTV, Food Network, BET, HGTV, and Comedy Central.

Some Important Details

We embrace the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit. In line with the laws of the country or region in which the role is based, this includes consideration without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, religion or belief, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or protected veteran status, union status or any other category protected by applicable law.