Description
Playtest
Moderator (Temp)
WB
Games is looking for a Playtest Moderator to work on games for all platforms including
consoles, PC, handhelds, and online. As a Playtest Moderator you will moderate
groups (10 -16) through test session where data is collected on our games. During each session you will observe
participant behavior and communicate that information back to the group. You will receive training for many of the
necessary skills; however knowledge of research practices with people is
critical.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and execute
playtest studies.
o
Work
with Usability managers to determine what products will need testing.
o
Recruit
the necessary amount and participant profile for each study
o
Submit
nightly notes/observations for each test
o
Administer
each playtest in a non-biased manner
o
Maintain
the inventory of gratuities (Games/T-shirts) forecasting when new stock is
needed
o
Develop
and evolve the playtest recruitment database
o
Special
projects on occasion (Data Entry, Recruiting events)
Qualifications
o
Pursuit
of relevant college degree (branches of experimental psychology, human computer
interaction, human factors, or related field).
o
Must
have completed Psych 209 (if attended University of Washington)
o
Prior
work with human subjects
- Special
Knowledge or Skills that would be valuable:
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Comfortable
speaking in front of groups with authority
o
Experience
moderating large groups effectively without supervision
o
Excellent
organizational skills.
o
Comfortable
with Microsoft Office Software (Excel, Word, Outlook)
o
Knowledge
of research design, qualitative, and quantitative methodologies.
o
Research
experience with children combined with early childhood development emphasis
o
Familiar
with game design theory and development process for video games.
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Genuinely
enjoy gaming in all forms!
Please that this is a temporary position and will last anywhere from 6-9 months. Due to the high volume of applicants responding to our opportunities, we will not be able to personally respond to all inquiries. Please also note that this position is on-site in Kirkland, WA and we are not able to consider candidates who are not willing or able to work on-site immediately. We appreciate your interest and will review your resume accordingly.