Creative Director

At Wizards of the Coast, we connect people around the world through play and imagination. From our genre defining games like Magic: The Gathering® and Dungeons & Dragons® to our growing multiverse, we continue to innovate and build new ways to foster friendship and connection. That’s where you come in!

Atomic Arcade is a brand-new video game development studio located in the Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area led by industry veterans from AAA game and film studios. We are in the process of staffing up our development team with outstanding talent to build our first multi-platform, AAA game - a bold and contemporary new take on the GI JOE Universe starring the legendary character Snake Eyes! This is an excellent opportunity to not only build an outstanding AAA experience but to also help form the core foundations for the studio and team to build upon. We are proud to be part of Wizards of the Coast which is a division of Hasbro.

We are looking for an experienced, passionate, and dedicated Creative Director to join us to lead our art, animation, and design teams to ensure the game vision comes to life at the highest level of quality. Reporting to the Studio GM you will play a meaningful leadership role on the team as we continue development in pre-production. You'll help guide the creative direction of our 1st game, both with our internal team as well as with external partners.

We are currently looking for someone who can work hybrid OR full-time in North Carolina. 

What You’ll Do:

• Collaborate with studio leadership and co-development partners to continue to develop the overall project creative vision and execute effectively on bringing that vision to life in the game.
• Develop compelling design materials and briefs for communicating vision for gameplay pillars, core design ingredients and gameplay loops that are comprehensive, concise, and inspirational.
• Collaborate with the Design, Art and Animation leaders to ensure alignment between the creative teams.
• Partner with Production and Tech leadership to drive effective decision-making and a functional game development pipeline.
• Lead, coach, and mentor our internal and external creative teams to establish successful partner relationships and shared practices.
• Understand the impact and complexity of delivering outstanding gaming experiences across various game platforms and mediums.
• Regularly play the game, providing constructive feedback and suggestions to members of the team.

Requirements:

• 8+ years’ overall professional experience with credit as a Creative Director on at least one AAA ‘3rd Person’ Action game.
• Strong experience in Game Design and leading Game Design teams.
• Strong communication skills with an understanding of various creative disciplines (art, design, cinematics, etc.)
• Strong analytical skills and a love for efficient problem solving.
• Passion for playing and making games.
• Positive, direct, collaborative communication to help improve our shared vision and studio culture.
• Flexible, adaptable approach with a constant appetite for new knowledge and experiences.
• In depth knowledge of game industry current trends and methodologies relevant to game design and story telling.
• An excellent understanding of the building blocks of content creation and establishing game play standards.
• Ability to clearly communicate game mechanics, narrative, and overall game vision to a wide range of audiences.
• Can help identify current or potential content creation problems and provide clear solutions.

Compensation Range, Currency USD:

• Starting Pay Range: $144,700
• Pay Range End: $268,700

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation range for this role. The range listed is just one component of Wizards of the Coast’s total compensation package for employees. Employees may also be eligible for annual and long-term incentives. In addition, Wizards of the Coast provides a variety of benefits to employees. Here’s a look at what your benefits package may include: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation Time & Holidays, Generous 401(k) match, Paid Parental Leave, Volunteer Program, Employee Giving & Matching Gifts Programs, Tuition Reimbursement, Product Discounts, and more.

We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for satisfactory performance in this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of the duties, responsibilities, or requirements of the position.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you are selected to move forward in our application process and need to request an accommodation, please let your recruiter or coordinator know.

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation range for this role. The range listed is just one component of Wizards of the Coast’s total compensation package for employees. Employees may also be eligible for annual and long-term incentives. In addition, Wizards of the Coast provides a variety of benefits to employees. Here’s a look at what your benefits package may include: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation Time & Holidays, Generous 401(k) match, Paid Parental Leave, Volunteer Program, Employee Giving & Matching Gifts Programs, Tuition Reimbursement, Product Discounts, and more.

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