Senior Book Editor - Temp

Job Description :

Blizzard Entertainment is looking for a talented and experienced Senior Editor for Story and Franchise Developments Books team, in a temporary position. Story and Franchise Development focuses on developing Blizzard Entertainments universes through a variety of media, including animation, cinematics, illustrations, novels, comics, and more, working with both internal and external talent.

This role is anticipated to be a hybrid work position, with some work on-site and some work-from-home. The potential home studio for this role is Irvine, CA. However, we understand each persons circumstances may be unique and will work with you to explore other possible options, including remote work arrangements.

This is a 6-month temporary position.

What You Bring to the Table

As part of our Books team, you will help to create epic comics, short stories, and books that expand Blizzards publishing program in bold, new directions.

You will interface with talent as well as Blizzards internal stakeholders, including game, marketing, and consumer products teams, managing the creative vision for each assigned project. In addition, you will work directly with the editorial and design staffs of publishing partners on licensed projects.

The ideal candidate will have exceptional creativity and the ability to oversee the development of multiple projects, providing strong editorial feedback for various forms of published media.

Priorities can often change in a fast-paced environment like ours, so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities :

Pitch, develop, and edit multiple projects in a variety of formats including comics / graphic novels, prose novels, short stories, scrolling comics, and specialty books

Independently handle all editorial duties on assigned titles, including :

Craft the initial book conceptWork with senior brand artist on artistic vision for the project, including a log of commissioned art notesLine edit outlines and 2-3 manuscript drafts per projectTalent acquisition and management of authorsWrite copy for marketing needs, including metadata and cover copyReview each stage of art and design with senior brand artist and other stakeholdersReview copyediting / proofreader changes as neededSupport actors and directors as editorial contact in VO sessions for motion comics and audio storiesWork with animators and VFX artists to direct and review animated assets and motion comics

Build and maintain narrative lore knowledge on two of Blizzards live service games

Minimum Requirements

Experience

5 years editorial experience

Knowledge & Skills

Excellent organizational skills and a committed, detail-oriented approach to problem solving

Able to communicate effectively across multiple teams, with excellent written and oral communication skills

Able to collaborate and foster creative environments for colleagues, partners, and talent

Industry knowledge of trends and competition

Knowledge of story and book development from concept to final product in a variety of media

Strong storytelling skills and the ability to provide constructive criticism

Key Attributes

Growth-oriented mindset, able to learn and contribute in a collaborative team environment and within an iterative development process

Interest in and / or working knowledge of Blizzard Entertainments intellectual properties, particularly Diablo

Extra Points

Background in licensed publishing, particularly in gaming or high-profile properties

Passion for games, movies, comics, and other elements of pop culture

Knowledge of Blizzard Entertainments published products, including novels, comics, art books, specialty books, manga, and online publications

Required Application Materials

Resume

Cover Letter, which should include :

Why you are interested in working at BlizzardHow your experience and interests align with this role

Your Platform

Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo®, and StarCraft®, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (), a division of Activision Blizzard, which was acquired by Microsoft (NASDAQ : MSFT), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences. Blizzard Entertainment has created some of the industrys most critically acclaimed and genre-defining games over the last 30 years, with a track record that includes multiple Game of the Year awards. Blizzard Entertainment engages tens of millions of players around the world with titles available on PC via Battle.net®, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android.

Our World

Activision Blizzard, Inc., is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, World of Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo®, Candy Crush and Bubble Witch. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet!

Our ability to build immersive and innovate worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for Every World - weve got our employees covered!

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.

We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! 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! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.

Rewards

We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for Every World - weve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including :

• Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance;
• k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;
• Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;
• Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;
• If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.