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Senior Level Designer

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Design
    Creative Arts & Fashion
  • Edinburgh
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AI generated summary

  • You must have senior level design experience on two published console titles, proficiency in UE4/5 and Blueprinting, strong visual and gameplay scripting skills, and mentoring capability.
  • You will design immersive levels, maintain documentation, critique designs, provide feedback, align with project vision, and fulfill narrative and gameplay goals while collaborating with the team.

Requirements

  • Experience working as a Senior Level Designer on at least two published console titles.
  • A strong grasp of level flow, metrics & pacing.
  • A good visual eye for scene setting, sight lines, vistas and areas of interest.
  • Proven experience working within Unreal Engine 4 or 5, as well as with Blueprinting.
  • Experience of greyboxing levels to a professional standard.
  • Experience in scripting gameplay content in levels such as events, interactions and encounters.
  • Experience with enemy placement/spawn points.
  • Excellent communication skills to collaborate with a creative and multidisciplinary team.
  • Level design experience for third person action games is a benefit.
  • Experience of mentoring more junior Level Designers.

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain documentation for all owned environments
  • Design and build large, immersive levels that create memorable gameplay experiences.
  • Keep to project vision for best practices, methodologies used and quality benchmark.
  • As part of level reviews, able to provide constructive critique and solutions.
  • Regularly play the game and provide suggestions and feedback in a clear and constructive manner.
  • Able to understand and action the narrative and gameplay ambitions for the levels.
  • Ability to self-motivate as-well-as work well as part of a team.

FAQs

What is the location of the Climax Studios for this position?

The position is based out of our new studio in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

What experience is required for the Senior Level Designer position?

Candidates must have experience working as a Senior Level Designer on at least two published console titles.

What specific skills are needed for this role?

A strong grasp of level flow, metrics & pacing, experience with Unreal Engine 4 or 5, greyboxing levels to a professional standard, and excellent communication skills are necessary for this role.

Is mentoring junior Level Designers part of the Senior Level Designer responsibilities?

Yes, experience in mentoring more junior Level Designers is preferred.

What are the main responsibilities of the Senior Level Designer?

Responsibilities include designing and building immersive levels, maintaining documentation for environments, providing constructive critique during level reviews, and ensuring alignment with project vision.

Are there any specific game genres that are preferred for this position?

Level design experience for third person action games is considered a benefit.

What should applicants include with their application?

Applicants must include a portfolio/show reel link with their application.

What benefits are offered to employees?

Benefits include an excellent holiday package, group private medical insurance, ongoing training and development, a company pension scheme, and eye-care vouchers, among others.

Are there social activities and clubs at Climax Studios?

Yes, there are in-house clubs and socials, including board games, tennis, football, and D&D nights.

What type of work pattern is offered for this position?

The position is a full-time, permanent role with an onsite working pattern.

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Entertainment & Media
Industry
51-200
Employees
1988
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Climax Studios is a video game development company that specializes in creating games for various platforms, including PC, consoles, and mobile devices. Their ultimate mission is to deliver immersive and innovative gaming experiences to players worldwide. With a team of talented developers and designers, they strive to push the boundaries of game design and technology to craft engaging and entertaining games. Climax Studios' purpose is to bring joy and excitement to gamers of all ages by developing high-quality, captivating, and memorable gaming experiences that leave a lasting impression on their audience.