Tag: Blizzard

The California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) has lost two of its top lawyers. As reported by Bloomberg, Chief Counsel Janette Wipper has been fired and Assistant Chief Counsel Melanie Proctor has resigned in protest, accusing Califor…

Vicarious Visions announced today that the studio has completed its merger into Blizzard Entertainment. Announced 15 months ago, the longtime Activision subsidiary was brought into the fold to effectively replace the now defunct Classic Games Division …

Activision Blizzard has issued a new press release, announcing the appointment of Kristen Hines as Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer.Continue reading »

After four and a half years, Jeff Hamilton announced his last day at Blizzard Entertainment. As a senior game designer, Jeff contributed to many of the extensive systems and unique rewards found in Battle for Azeroth and Shadowlands, including Azerite,…

Activision Blizzard will be converting 1,100 quality assurance workers from temporary contracts to full time employees, while also increasing their salary to a minimum of $20 per hour.Continue reading »

Chief People Officer Julie Hodges has released a message announcing Level Up U, a new Activision Blizzard initiative to accelerate opportunities in gaming and technology for under-represented communities. Designed to develop engineering talent and help…

Chief People Officer Julie Hodges has released a message announcing Level Up U, a new Activision Blizzard initiative to accelerate opportunities in gaming and technology for under-represented communities. Designed to develop engineering talent and help…

Activision Blizzard has officially settled with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) to the tune of $18 million. The conscent decree was signed off on Tuesday by Judge Dale S. Fischer of the U.S. District Court for the Central Distri…