At Visual Concepts, we believe great games are made by diverse and empowered teams with a shared passion for play. As one of the world’s top game development studios, we have shipped over 100 multi-sku titles to critical acclaim and commercial success. Our teams are independent and entrepreneurial. Our studios in Novato, Foothill Ranch, Irvine, Budapest, Shanghai, Austin, Boise, Seoul, and Parksville, Canada are committed to artistry and technical innovation, offering top candidates the opportunity to learn and grow with some of the smartest and most creative minds in the industry.
What We Need:
Our Novato, CA headquarters is seeking to add a full-time Game Analyst to work with the NBA 2K development team! Help us bring the game over the finish line and then continue as a meaningful part of the process throughout the life cycle of the product, with regular opportunities for feedback, insight, and tuning/balancing.
What You Will Do:
- Offer regular feedback and suggestions on MyTEAM features, designs, and content
- Regular testing of various features and mechanics throughout the MyTEAM mode
- Identify defects and playability issues and report them in a clear and concise manner
- Follow, maintain, and build test plans to guide in coverage and planning
- Reproduce issues and test fixes for engineers and producers
- Learn, grow, and evolve with the other members of the team as we strive to make a fun and unique NBA 2K experience each year
- Help monitor social media and various websites to keep a pulse on the MyTEAM community’s opinion and feedback of the mode
Who Will Be A Great Fit:
- Technically proficient with PCs and gaming consoles
- Digital literacy, specifically MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Google Workspace and database software
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail, with an ability to prioritize and schedule demands in an often-fluid environment
- Able to take initiative and be proactive rather than reactive, as well as think and adjust quickly on a regular basis
- Not afraid to speak your mind and willing to share your opinions and ideas, including backing them up as needed
- An NBA fan who is enjoys the sport, the players, and the history
- Familiarity with MyTEAM and the MyTEAM community
- Passionate about video games (not just ours!)
- Previous game development or testing experience is a plus, but not required
The pay range for this position in California at the start of employment is expected to be between $60,200 and $84,240 per year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an 'at-will position' and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
To learn more about Visual Concepts and our studio locations, check out our website at www.vcentertainment.com
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What We Do
2K is headquartered in Novato, California and is a wholly owned label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO). Founded in 2005, 2K Games is a global video game company, publishing titles developed by some of the most influential game development studios in the world. Our studios responsible for developing 2K’s portfolio of world-class games across multiple platforms, include Visual Concepts, Firaxis, Hangar 13, CatDaddy, Cloud Chamber, 31st Union, and HB Studios. Our portfolio of titles is expanding due to our global strategic plan, building and acquiring exciting studios whose content continues to inspire all of us! 2K publishes titles in today’s most popular gaming genres, including sports, shooters, action, role-playing, strategy, casual, and family entertainment.
Our team of engineers, marketers, artists, writers, data scientists, producers, thinkers and doers, are the professional publishing stewards of our growing library of critically-acclaimed franchises such as NBA 2K, 2K PGA, Battleborn, BioShock, Borderlands, The Quarry, The Darkness, Mafia, Sid Meier’s Civilization, Marvel’s Midnight Suns, WWE 2K, and XCOM.
At 2K, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment, which means encouraging our teams to Come as You Are and do your best work! We encourage ALL applicants to explore our global positions, even if they don’t meet every requirement for the role. If you're interested in the job and think you have what it takes to work at 2K, we encourage you to apply!
Why Work With Us
We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment, which means encouraging our teams to Come as You Are and do your best work! We push ourselves creatively to do the best work of our careers. We’re direct, open, and you’ll probably meet some new best friends – along with their dogs – sitting nearby. In short, it’s kinda awesome.