Lead Technical Dialogue Designer

Blizzard Entertainment; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading video game studio in Toronto is seeking a Lead Technical Dialogue Designer to create AAA aural experiences. The ideal candidate will have over seven years in game audio development, expertise in dialogue systems, and a proven track record on major titles. This role promotes a collaborative environment and offers flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Minimum seven years of experience in game audio development.
• Understanding of PS5, Xbox One/Series X, and PC audio functionality.
• Shipped at least three major titles.

Responsibilities

• Design features and iterate on proprietary Dialog Tool and Database.
• Test and debug all in-game dialogue for multiple implementation pipelines.
• Lead and innovate the tech pipeline for dialogue.

Skills

Game dialogue development

Dialogue editing

Organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Experience with Wwise

Experience with Fmod

FPS/Multi-player experience

Education

College degree in programming or audio engineering

Continuing Education Certificate

Tools

Proprietary Dialogue Tools

Digital Audio Workstations

Middleware programs

Job description

Lead Technical Dialogue Designer page is loaded

Lead Technical Dialogue Designer

Apply locations Toronto - Activision - Sledgehammer Games time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R025752

Job Title:

Lead Technical Dialogue Designer

Requisition ID:

R025752

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. If you're ready to be part of a dynamic and collaborative environment where your skills can make a real impact, we invite you to explore career opportunities with us.

This role will be studio based at our Toronto, Canada location with flexible working support.

Sledgehammer Games is part of the Activision family and is wholly owned by Microsoft. To learn more about our studio, please visit us at www.sledgehammergames.com or search forSledgehammer Gameson your favorite social media platform.

Your Mission

Sledgehammer Games is looking for a Lead Technical Dialogue Designer to help create a fresh new AAA aural experience for our next project . Candidates should be versed in dialogue editing and processing techniques and have a general knowledge of dialog pipelines. You will report to our Dialogue Director and help ensure delivery of the highest quality dialog with the use of internally developed proprietary tools.

• C ollaborate with the Dialogue , Narrative and Engineering Teams, ensuring excellent inter-departmental communication and alignment of goals.

• Design features and iterate on proprietary Dialog Tool and Database.

• Dialogue asset implementation using proprietary tools.

• Test and debug all in-game dialogue for multiple implementation pipelines.

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

• Apply studio and departmental best practices of dialogue workflows and systems.

• Inspire teamwork and collaboration inside and outside the Audio Dept.

• Lead and innovate the tech pipeline for dialogue for all modes

• Be point - person and mentor for Toronto-based Dialogue Designers

Player Profile

Minimum Requirements:

• Demonstrated e xperience in all aspects of game dialogue.

• Expertise in proprietary/third party Dialogue Tools and Databases .

• Experience in both linear and interactive dialogue systems.

• Minimum seven years of experience in game audio development.

• Shipped at least t hree major title s .

• Understanding of P S 5, XBOX One/Series X, and PC audio functionality, capabilities, and limitations.

• Experience with major digital audio workstations.

• Experience with middleware programs such as Wwise and Fmod .

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.

• Exceptional organization skills.

• College degree preferred.

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

Extra Points:

• FPS/Multi-player experience a plus.

• Audio scripting experience.

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?

The video game 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.

Sledgehammer Games is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

About Us

Activision Blizzard, Inc. is the world’s largest interactive entertainment company, with operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty, Skylanders, World of Warcraft, Overwatch, Diablo, Candy Crush, and Bubble Witch. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet!

We’re proud to be recognized as one of FORTUNE’s "100 Best Companies To Work For” for five consecutive years and have earned a spot on FORTUNE’s “Most Admired Companies,” and “Future 50” lists. Our 10,000+ global employees are some of the best and brightest talents across entertainment, media, and technology.

This Applicant Privacy Notice summarizes how the information you submit as a job applicant through this website will be handled and protected by Activision Blizzard and its subsidiaries ("we" or "us") For full details regarding the types of information we may collect from you, how and why we use this information, and with whom we share this information, please see our applicant Privacy Policy .

Please click one of the following links to see the full Applicant Privacy Policy In your language: