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Sr. Commentary Designer

Playstation

Summary

The job description is for a Senior Commentary Designer for MLB The Show, a sports video game produced by PlayStation. The role involves leading the design, composition, and execution of the game's in-game commentary offerings, working closely with play-by-play and color commentary talent, and collaborating with fellow team members to create an authentic and enjoyable broadcast presentation experience. The ideal candidate should have 6+ years of experience in AAA sports video game field or sports broadcast production, extensive baseball knowledge, experience directing voice over recording sessions, excellent verbal and interpersonal skills, and strong attention to detail. The estimated base pay range for this role is $90,600—$135,800 USD, and the role is eligible for SIE's top-tier benefits package. Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and the company strives to create an inclusive environment, empower employees, and embrace diversity.

Job description

Why PlayStation?

PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.

PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.

The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation.

Sr. Commentary Designer — MLB The Show

San Diego, CA or Remote, USA

 

Description:

The Sr Commentary Designer for MLB The Show will be primarily responsible for leading the design, composition, and execution of the title’s in-game commentary offerings. They will work closely with play-by-play and color commentary talent, as well as collaborate with fellow team members to create the most authentic and enjoyable broadcast presentation experience in the sports gaming genre.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Design the topics, structure, and narrative flow of the in-game commentary
  • Work with staff writers to prepare and edit voice over script documents
  • Direct voice over recording sessions
  • Assist with the implementation of audio files into game
  • Contribute to the design of other presentation elements that will enhance the commentary audio, such as stat displays, cameras, scenes, and sound FX

 

Preferred Experience, Skills and Traits:

  • 6+ years of experience in AAA sports video game field or sports broadcast production.
  • Extensive baseball knowledge (Current players and teams, history, strategy, and trends)
  • Experience directing voice over recording sessions
  • Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills
  • Works well under pressure and on a deadline
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Team-oriented worker
  • Sports background (Playing at a high level or work experience in the sports industry)

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At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.

Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. 

In addition, this role is eligible for SIE’s top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click here to learn more.

The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.
$90,600—$135,800 USD

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.

We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.

PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

Location: United States, San Diego, CA

Country: United States

Date found: 2023-03-11

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