Senior Meta Designer
Blizzard Entertainment · Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
- On site
- Full-time
- $150,000 / year
- Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
Job highlights
- Design meta features for mobile game.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Focus on progression, social, and engagement.
- Integrate monetization strategy effectively.
- Analyze player behavior for improvements.
About the role
Senior Meta Designer - Overwatch Rush
Welcome, heroes! Overwatch Rush is a new top-down Hero shooter designed specifically for mobile, set in the Overwatch universe. Overwatch Rush is being developed by a dedicated team with deep mobile experience. Join us as we expand the Overwatch universe and bring fresh new adventures to players across all platforms!
We are currently looking for a Senior Systems Designer (Meta) to work on Overwatch Rush for Blizzard Entertainment.
About the Role
As a Senior Systems Designer (Meta), you will be responsible for the development of progression, social, engagement and monetisation features that knit together with the broader game to deliver an engaging, satisfying and cohesive experience for our players. You will be partnering with other Designers, Product Managers, Developers and Artists to realise the above, validate the player experience, identify areas of improvement and continually optimize the game. We’re an inclusive team that welcomes new members with unique perspectives. We care deeply about the games we build and how we create them. We can't wait to meet you!
Responsibilities
- Design best in class features to achieve stated design and product goals while being aligned with the game pillars and holistically fitting the broader game.
- Clearly and concisely communicate the feature design, approach and requirements to team members and key stakeholders through documentation, presentations and visual tools to convey key concepts, mechanics and systems required.
- Work within a multidisciplinary team of developers, artists, designers, product managers and QA analysts to deliver the desired player experience and critical metrics, in line with development timelines.
- Partner with the gameplay design team to ensure a cohesive experience that aligns with gameplay goals and amplifies the overall player experience.
- Respond to emergent QA and design issues/problems in development and ensure these are addressed in line with feature goals and development timelines.
- Collaborate with user research and data analytics teams on user testing and quantitative analysis to derive product insights, identify design issues/opportunities and drive improvements to the game.
- Contribute to an active community of designers, giving and receiving feedback and helping each other improve their work and techniques.
Minimum Requirements
- Experience in F2P design, integrating both an engaging user experience and effective monetisation strategy into live games.
- Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills. Able to clearly document game design concepts and articulate them succinctly to team members and stakeholders.
- Adept at understanding player behaviour and experience with sophisticated meta systems via analytical, long-term sources like data and empathetic, moment-to-moment sources like playtesting.
- Strong planning and organizational skills that allow you to establish and follow key critical initiatives.
- Comfortable working with designers and business performance professionals from a wide range of backgrounds.
- Excels in a collaborative and flexible environment where your role will evolve in line with the ongoing plans for development.
Key skills/competency
- Free-to-Play (F2P) Design
- Meta Systems Design
- Progression Systems
- Engagement Features
- Monetization Strategy
- Player Behavior Analysis
- Game Design Documentation
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- User Research
- Data Analysis
Skills & topics
- Senior Meta Designer
- Game Design
- F2P Design
- Mobile Games
- Progression Systems
- Engagement
- Monetization
- Player Behavior
- Overwatch
- Blizzard Entertainment
- Systems Design
- Hero Shooter
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight F2P design, meta systems, and monetization strategy experience.
- Showcase your portfolio: Include examples of progression and engagement features you've designed.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss player behavior analysis and collaborative problem-solving.
- Understand Blizzard's culture: Research their iconic franchises and commitment to player experience.
Technical preparation
Study F2P game mechanics deeply.,Analyze meta systems in successful mobile games.,Develop mockups for progression features.,Practice designing monetization strategies.
Behavioral questions
Describe a challenging design collaboration.,How do you handle design feedback?,Share an experience with player data.,How do you balance player experience and monetization?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of the Senior Meta Designer role at Blizzard Entertainment for Overwatch Rush?
- The Senior Meta Designer role at Blizzard Entertainment for Overwatch Rush focuses on developing progression, social, engagement, and monetization features that create a cohesive and satisfying player experience for the mobile game.
- What kind of experience is essential for the Senior Meta Designer position?
- Essential experience includes Free-to-Play (F2P) design, integrating engaging user experiences with effective monetization strategies in live games, and a strong understanding of player behavior and meta systems.
- How does a Senior Meta Designer collaborate with other teams at Blizzard?
- A Senior Meta Designer collaborates closely with other designers, product managers, developers, artists, and QA analysts, and also works with user research and data analytics teams to validate player experience and drive improvements.
- What are the key responsibilities for this role in Overwatch Rush?
- Key responsibilities include designing best-in-class meta features, clearly communicating design concepts, working within a multidisciplinary team, partnering with gameplay design, addressing QA and design issues, and contributing to the design community.
- What technical skills are most important for a Senior Meta Designer at Blizzard?
- Key technical skills involve expertise in F2P design, meta systems, progression, engagement, and monetization. Strong analytical skills for understanding player behavior through data and playtesting are also crucial.
- How can I showcase my suitability for the Senior Meta Designer role at Blizzard?
- To showcase your suitability, highlight your F2P design experience, demonstrate your understanding of meta systems and player behavior analysis, and provide examples of successful feature integration in your portfolio or resume.
- Does Blizzard Entertainment encourage diversity in its hiring for the Senior Meta Designer role?
- Yes, Blizzard Entertainment is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourages applications from individuals with unique perspectives, even if they don't meet every single qualification.
- What is the expected outcome of the Senior Meta Designer's work on Overwatch Rush?