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Senior Level Designer

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior (5-8 years)
  • Liverpool

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 qualifications are required for the Senior Level Designer position?

Candidates must have experience working as a Senior Level Designer on at least two published console titles, along with a strong grasp of level flow, metrics, pacing, and experience with Unreal Engine 4 or 5.

Is prior experience with third person action games beneficial for this role?

Yes, level design experience for third person action games is considered a benefit for this position.

What type of environment will I be working in?

You will be working in a friendly, focused, ambitious, and relaxed working environment at our studio located at Albert Dock in Liverpool.

Are applications expected to include a portfolio?

Yes, applications for this role must include a portfolio or show reel link.

What are some responsibilities of the Senior Level Designer?

Responsibilities include designing and building immersive levels, maintaining documentation, providing constructive critique during level reviews, and understanding narrative and gameplay ambitions for levels.

Will there be opportunities for career progression?

Yes, ongoing training and development with career progression opportunities are provided as part of the employment.

What types of benefits does Climax Studios offer?

The benefits include an excellent holiday package, fresh fruit and snacks, group private medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, and a company pension scheme among others.

Is there a focus on team socialization at Climax Studios?

Yes, there are regular social events, in-house clubs, and opportunities to socialize through team events and activities.

Can I bring my pet to work?

Yes, Climax Studios is a dog-friendly studio, and you can bring your dog to work.

What is the working pattern for this role?

The position is a full-time, onsite role with a permanent employment type.

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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.