5TH Cell: Hiring a Level Designer!

[5TH Cell]

5TH Cell Media LLC. was founded in 2003 by industry veterans Joseph M Tringali, Jeremiah Slaczka and Brett Caird. 5TH Cell is an authorized developer for the Nintendo DS and Nintendo Wii and is located in Bellevue, Washington.

5TH Cell is about bringing together professional, talented game developers and artists to create award-winning products. Our mantra is 'Advancing Entertainment' and we truly strive to both innovate, and creatively push the envelope with all our titles. Our team believes in the products we develop, and together with top publishing partners, we are moving forward into original concept next generation handheld and home console development.

In September 2007 we shipped our first original IP Nintendo DS game, Drawn to Life! We're now hard at work on our second original IP title for the Nintendo DS, as well as other exciting game opportunities.

POSITION

Level Designer (2D / 3D)

5TH Cell has an immediate position available for a talented Level Designer on an upcoming original IP Nintendo DS game. This position is targeted towards individuals with some experience in the field, or those whom are well known in the MOD community. Proven ability to bring balanced map designs from concept to playable is essential. The current position is for an isometric 2D Game, however we’re actively recruiting candidates with the desire to advance into traditional game design or 3D level design following successful completion of the current title. We offer benefits through Regence Blue Shield, with comparative Dental and Vision plans.

TASKS / DUTIES

· Design, paper concept and build 2D scenarios / levels

· Create and maintain design documentation

· Learn and use proprietary 2D level editor tool

· Gameplay test and balance the 2D scenarios / levels

REQUIREMENTS

· 2 Years experience as a Level Designer

· Online portfolio showing completed levels

· Independent MOD experience helpful

· Familiar with Unreal Editor, Hammer or comparable level editor

· 2D Level Design / Warcraft 3 MOD experience highly desirable

It is essential that candidates have proven experience working in a team. Our ideal candidate has experience working in games or information technology, and is passionate about problem solving. We’re interested in well-rounded individuals that can bring a positive attitude to a close knit and friendly development team.

5TH Cell is located in Bellevue, Washington, one of the best locations to live and work in the USA. Just a 20-minute drive into downtown Seattle or 45 minutes away from an outdoor adventure, Bellevue is a great location for fun, family and to start a promising career.

If this position sounds like a good fit, email your protfolio and resume to jobs@5thcell.com