Level Designer – AAA Console & PC Games – Remote – Permanent

Our client is a major Games Developer with multiple studios in the UK. They’re focused on creating fun console games using a world-famous IP.

As a Level Designer you will follow the direction of the lead level designer. Via regular reviews you will iterate on feedback from the lead level designer & other level designers, to reach the agreed quality bar.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Demonstrable progressively complex experience on AAA titles, and with a title shipped in a level design position.
• A broad knowledge of aspects of game and level design with an understanding of layout, combat and encounter design, balancing, flow, difficulty, progression & usability. You should be able to describe approaches that create engaging and fun levels
• A passion for creating fun and accessible games for children and families.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral & written)
• Experience of scripting gameplay and levels ideally in Blueprint
• Experience of games development and shipped at least one action or action/adventure title on console or PC title.
• Ability to take direction and feedback well.
• Experience of UE4/ UE5 an advantage

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• You will design and build high quality levels which support the vision and creative pillars of the game.
• You will follow the direction of the lead level designer. Via regular reviews you will iterate on feedback from the lead level designer & other level designers, to reach the agreed quality bar.
• You will closely collaborate with other disciplines, (gameplay coders, & environment artists), understanding their role and building a positive relationship to ensure that they are involved in the level design process.
• You will follow level design best practice, and ensure your work maintains stability & quality throughout development
• You will take part in level design reviews, and be willing to take feedback and produce solutions
• You will play the game regularly, providing feedback in a clear and constructive manner
• You will work with the production teams & lead level designer to verify that your task estimations are reasonable, communicating on progress and delivering your work to deadlines at quality.
• You will encourage a culture of professionalism, collaboration, and respect.

BENEFITS:

• Flexitime
• Bonus Scheme
• Pension scheme & life assurance
• Health and wellbeing activities
• Social Events

And many more!