Digital Extremes, Level Designer

[Daniel Nilsson]

While lurking on twitter after level design jobs I came over this, as I'm only looking for work in Europe, mostly in the vicinity of Sweden I thought I'd post it here!

So not in any way affiliated with Digital Extremes.

 

 

LEVEL DESIGNER

Department: GameLevel Design Job Type: Full Time Location: Ontario Min Exp: 2+ years

Main Responsibilities:

 

• Follow the level design pipeline from “pen & paper” game designs to implement spectacular character based levels and ultra-fun gameplay mechanics.

• Work closely with level layout artists to identify level assets and gameplay direction to ensure visual and technical quality for the levels.

• Follow direction of Lead Level Designer to maintain gameplay vision consistency.

• Contribute to level concept, layout, implementation (camera, entity, etc.), prototype modeling, scenario creation, event scripting, game balancing, pacing, and gameplay tuning.

• Contribute to general game design, as well as cooperate with all other facets of game production (programming, environment/world art and animation).

• Place and trigger entities (such as enemies, movers, and objects) to create fun, absorbing gameplay.

• Master internal tools for modeling environments and integrating game play.

• Rough out world geometry, camera paths, and lighting using 3D world-building tools.

• Assist with the scripting of gameplay entities and events.

• Creatively resolve gameplay and production issues.

• Meet production schedules and deadlines.

• Collaborate with Design team to define and refine gameplay mechanics.

• Multitask effectively, prioritize competing demands, and follow through on details

 

Qualifications:

 

• Solid knowledge of game editors.

• Previous experience working on AAA titles

• Demonstrated ability to work self-directed when necessary.

• Ability to meet tight deadlines in our fast-paced environment.

• Aptitude for learning new software tools.

• Possess exemplary oral and written communication skills.

• Willing to relocate to Canada

 

Preferred Extras:

 

• Knowledge of LUA or other scripting languages.

 

 

 

Source: http://www.digitalextremes.com/careers/postings/gamelevel-design/level-designer