ve created a studio brimming with creativity and expertise . we make online worlds infused with innovation and handcrafted excellence . our passion is game development that defies convention because we believe that is how games move forward . we re not the only ones who share this passion . our fans have made guild wars 2 the fastest selling mmo game in the west and press have called it one of the best entries of all time in the genre . be a part of a studio founded on innovation . community arenanet employees have a vast diversity of skills and backgrounds but we re all united by a common goal . we work together and play together which is why we have large communal areas for lunch and get togethers a well stocked kitchen loaded with complimentary drinks and silos full of snacks a complete gym and our game room full of ping pong tables gaming consoles board games and more . we work together and play together team driven we have a project oriented work culture where multidisciplinary teams form to work on cool stuff together . programmers and designers work side by side with artists and writers on a project and when they reach their goals they move on to the next interesting challenge . personal growth we re just as serious about building the potential of our employees as we are about building the potential of online games . our employees hone their skills develop new ideas and collaborate with other disciplines in the base camp program . arenanet university hosts guest speakers workshops and classes right at the studio . programmers and designers work side by side with artists and writers environment we re located in bellevue washington in the vibrant greater seattle area . surrounded by water evergreen forests and mountain ranges our area is blessed with endless recreational opportunities a diverse m lange of cultures and a legendary music and food scene . surrounded by water evergreen forests and mountain ranges create online worlds . innovation our studio was built on a foundation of innovation community and hand crafted excellence . we re unlocking the true potential of online roleplaying with game changing titles like the revolutionary guild wars 2 . the status quo isn t good enough for the dedicated worldwide community of gw2 players which is why we question industry conventions and demand more from ourselves as developers . 1 video game of 2012 time.com one of the best mmos ever made ign top studios of 2012 the new king of fantasy rpgs best art direction best pc gamebest mmobest graphics best mmo of 2012 1 video game of 2012 work on the leading edge . careers we re always searching for world class talent . take a look at our current job openings at arenanet s offices in bellevue wa . click on any of the listings for a full description and how to apply . art animator art character artist contract art creature artist art environment prop artist art fx artist art senior technical lighting artist design game designer mobile designer 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