Dialogue Designer - Sledgehammer Games

Your Platform
Sledgehammer Games is a leading developer in the video game industry, best known for its work on the Call of Duty franchise. Since its founding in 2009, the studio has delivered iconic titles like "Call of Duty:
Advanced Warfare," "Call of Duty: WWII," and most recently, “Call of Duty:
Modern Warfare III." We combine cutting-edge technology with creative vision to produce games that resonate with players worldwide. With a focus on creating high-quality multiplayer experiences and captivating single-player campaigns, we continue to shape the future of first-person shooters.

Job Title
Dialogue Designer

Requisition
R027887

Job Opening Type
New Position / Headcount

Job Description
Your Platform
Sledgehammer Games is a leading developer in the video game industry, best known for its work on the Call of Duty franchise. Since its founding in 2009, the studio has delivered iconic titles like "Call of Duty:
Advanced Warfare," "Call of Duty: WWII," and most recently, “Call of Duty:
Modern Warfare III." We combine cutting-edge technology with creative vision to produce games that resonate with players worldwide. With a focus on creating high-quality multiplayer experiences and captivating single-player campaigns, we continue to shape the future of first-person shooters.

We are looking for passionate and talented individuals to join our studio team in Toronto, Canada. In this role you will partner closely with our teams at our other studio locations in the United States and Australia in the creation of epic content for some of the biggest games in the world.

Please note:

This is not a remote role.  This is a hybrid position based in our Toronto Studio, offering flexibility with a combination of in-studio and remote workdays. Permanent remote work is  not  available for this position.

Sledgehammer Games is part of the Activision family and is wholly owned by Microsoft. To learn more about our studio, please visit us atwww.sledgehammergames.comor search for Sledgehammer Games on your favorite social media platform.

Your Mission

Edit, design and process dialogue assets for all aspects of our game.

Collaborate with the Dialogue and Narrative Teams, ensuring excellent inter-departmental communication and alignment of goals.

Interactive and linear dialogue design.

Dialogue asset implementation using proprietary tools.

Apply studio and departmental standard methodologies of dialogue workflows and systems.

Inspire teamwork and collaboration inside and outside the Audio Dept.

Player Profile

Demonstrated knowledge of various aspects of game dialogue.

Some knowledge of both linear and interactive dialogue systems.

Minimum three years of experience in game audio development.

Shipped one major title.

Understanding of PS5, XBOX Series X, and PC audio functionality, capabilities, and limitations.

Experience with at least one major digital audio workstations.

Experience with middleware programs such as Wwise and Fmod.

Excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Exceptional organization skills.

College degree preferred.

Individual contributor with at least 5+ years experience or combination with College degree.

Bonus XP

FPS/Multi-player experience a plus.

Audio scripting experience.

Continuing Education Certificate, Professional or advanced degree in programming, audio engineering, or similar preferred.

We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. 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 Blizzard, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

The videogame industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners.

Our World
At Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We’re driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to…