Game Master / Game Design

Founded in 2023 2K Sports Lab is the newest stand alone studio at 2K looking to push game development boundaries to bring 2Ks next groundbreaking sports franchise to life. Were building a world-class team at our new Vancouver BC location where our goal is to deliver an exceptional experience through bold ideas technical excellence and creative collaboration. Were seeking passionate and driven professionals across all areas of game development to help shape this ambitious vision. Were looking for a Game Designer - Audio with a huge passion for sports and sports video games.. Youll work closely with the Audio Director to define the audio experience and lead a team of Software Engineers Sound Designers and voice talents to bring that vision to life. Your goal will be to deliver an authentic sports atmosphere that tells rich stories and amplifies player emotions.

Research and write detailed design documents and Feature Briefs for commentary PA player barks crowd reactions gameplay SFX and other audio systems sourcing and editing video references to support your design.

Lead a team of Software Engineers and Sound Designers on the audio vision outlined in your feature briefs providing feedback driving quality organizing group listening sessions and documenting issues in Jira

Support the creation of scripts for commentators announcers and other voice talents and direct voice recordings which may require occasional travel.

Foster strong relationships with other teams proactively manage audio dependencies ensure alignment and resolve challenges.

Stay current on sports and video game trends identifying strengths and weaknesses of our audio design versus competitors.

Represent the Audio team in meetings to showcase progress and achievements.

A huge passion for sports and sports video games.

Flexible and open to feedback.

English as a first language.

Experience shipping sports video games.

Proven experience writing design documents and scripts and directing voice talent.

Familiarity with programming or QA workflows and Jira.

Exposure to in-engine tools or audio middleware such as Wwise or FMOD is a plus though this role is primarily out of engine .

The pay range for this position in British Columbia at the start of employment is expected to be between CAD $60700 and CAD $89860 per Year. Subject to those same considerations the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements including a bonus and/or equity awards and eligibility to participate in our 401(K) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program. Regular full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company including: medical dental vision and basic life insurance coverage; 14 paid holidays per calendar year; paid vacation time per calendar year (ranging from 15 to 25 days) or eligibility to participate in the Companys discretionary time off program; paid parental and compassionate leave; As an equal opportunity employer we are committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities are provided suitable accommodations to enjoy equal employment opportunities including the ability to participate in the job application or interview process. Please contact us if you need an accommodation as part of your application process or otherwise have questions about the Companys accommodation policy and review process.

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