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[Full-time] Level Designer at Ready At Dawn

2009-11-29 18:12:12

Location: Irvine, California
URL: http://readyatdawn.com

Description:

We are seeking sharp, ambitious, visionary talent to join our team. A candidate should have shipped or is about to ship at least one high profile title.

Skills Required:+ Minimum 2 years design experience+ Good oral and written communication skills + Able to focus and work without micro-management+ Ability to take direction and accept critical review of your work + Clear understanding and appreciation of schedules and milestones+ 3D game level building experience using Maya+ Strong understanding of aesthetics as it relates to level layout and presentation+ Passion for and broad knowledge of console games with an ability to critically analyze them+ Must be legally authorized or able to obtain legal authorization to work in the US

Responsibilities:+ Development of design documentation for mechanics, systems, and mission summaries+ Bring new ideas to the table in regards to every facet of the game; mechanics, story, missions, and more+ Work closely with the artists and programmers to take ideas from conception to implementation

Additional Skills (Pluses):+ Understanding of basic programming or scripting languages (LUA, Perl, JavaScript, etc) a plus+ Maya experience

Please send samples of your work with your application.

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[Full-time] Level Designer at 5Th Cell

2009-07-01 08:04:37

Location: Bellevue, Washington
URL: http://5thcell.com

Description:

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.

Required:

2 Years experience (professional or amateur) as a Level Designer

Online portfolio showing completed levels · Independent MOD experience helpful

Experience 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.

Artists and Level Designers should have an online portfolio, please do not send files larger then 500KB. Do not send unsolicited materials. Due to the number of applicants, only candidates that fit the specific requirements for a position will be contacted.

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[Full-time] Level Designers: Single/Multi-Player at Gearbox

2009-05-12 07:58:18

Location: Plano, Texas
URL: http://www.gearboxsoftware.com

Description:

Level Designers: Single/Multi-Player

Position: Full-Time
Updated: 2009-02-16
Responsibilities:

Develop single player and multiplayer levels based on existing game design documents and research material

Implement and script combat and cinematics

Work closely with the design team to create and refine the gameplay experience

Prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and communicate in a professional manner

Required Skills:

Serious passion for games and level design

Provide playable samples or screenshots from your levels

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills

Have a high school degree

Live near or are able to relocate to Dallas, Texas

Desired Skills:

2+ years of professional game industry experience or published mod work

Familiarity with Unreal technology

Experience in Unreal’s kismet interface, matinee, etc

Single player experience

College degree in related field

Have shipped 1 or more AAA titles

Send resume to: gamejobs@gearboxsoftware.com. Please include “Level Designer” in the subject line. Candidates who do not meet requirements will not be considered.

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[Full-time] Level Designer at 3D Realms

2009-04-07 08:37:56

Location:
URL: http://3drealms.com

Description:

We are looking for level designers (professional or amateur) with the following attributes. Responsibilities:

Build levels for a first person shooter in a heavily modified Unreal engine.

Design puzzles and game play sequences, alone, and collaborating with others.

Diverse skill set balancing all aspects of level design (design, construction, scripting, lighting/art).

Requirements:

A love of First Person Shooter games. You must be able to critique the big games and be able to discuss them at length.

Demonstrable experience/portfolio showing fun and visually impressive levels for a First Person Shooter.

Work well in a team environment. Strong communication skills.

Be goal oriented with an eye toward finishing things to shippable levels.

Very strong game design skills. Building a level is the easy part. The hard part is coming up with why you should build it to begin with, or why people will remember it in 5 years.

Pluses:

Artistic skills.

Programming / scripting experience.

Professional industry experience.

Experience with UnrealEd (any version).

Benefits

Competitive salary, based on skill and experience.

All moving expenses paid.

Fully paid Medical / Dental benefits.

401k program.

You share in the profits of every dollar we make, on the games you ship, as long as you are employed here.

Small close-knit company and team.

No state tax. Low cost of living compared to many places.

What to send

You must be at least 18 years old, and willing to relocate to c. Full time, on site. No contracting.

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[Full-time] Level Designer at Pyro Studios

2009-03-17 18:16:49

Location:
URL: http://pyrostudios.com

Description:

Overall responsabilities Working closely with the lead level designer, you’ll be responsible for the level design of a new next-gen videogame. This will include, among others, the following responsabilities:

Description:

Create, implement and test game levels, ensuring they’re consistent with the core game experience.

Create and maintain documentation.

Manage opinions and critiques (internal & external) regarding game levels.

Requirements:

Level design experience, at least for one project.

Passionate about videogames, and willing to learn.

Be responsible, and with the capability of working independently.

High communication and organization skills.

Pluses:

Work experience using 3D Max or similar.

Work experience using scripting languages like Lua or UnrealScript.

Provide levels (in a document format) you have done for other projects.

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[Full-time] Level Designer at id Software

2009-03-14 20:25:54

Location:
URL: http://idsoftware.com/

Description:

Applicable Platforms:

DS, iPhone, J2ME, BREW, and Symbian cell phones.

Job Duties:

Design and construction of game levels (layout and gameplay flow).

Required Tools:

Maya or other similar 3D modeling tool, or other specific game level design tools.

Spoken Language(s):

English

Work Authorization:

United States

Location:
Dallas, TX – Vicinity

Start Date:

Immediate

Job Description and Responsibilities:

The mobile division of id software is looking for talented and experienced level designers eager to create worlds with the potential of reaching an audience of billions. Designers are responsible for the layout and construction of game environments. In addition to physical construction, id Mobile also expects designers to proactively contribute creative gameplay ideas throughout the game creation process. The ability to balance aesthetic and gameplay needs with technical limitations is necessary to achieve the award-winning worlds id Mobile creates. Applicants should provide specific examples of relevant work. These examples can be in the form of playable game levels, screenshots, scripting examples, video captures, or any other method that conveys the work being demonstrated. Examples should also include descriptions of exactly what the applicant is responsible for and what creative processes were used.

Requirements:

Firm understanding of first person action shooters and RPGs and the game theory and design principles behind successful examples.
Ability to balance the scope and playability of levels within very limited memory constraints.
Familiarity with world building tools and/or relevant 3D software packages.
Self-motivated and focused worker with good communication and collaboration skills
Good time management skills and an understanding of and appreciation for milestones, schedules, deadlines and efficient game development processes.
A passion for games and gaming.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent team player with very strong work ethic and ability to take and act on feedback.

Desired Skills and Pluses:

Experience with creating fun gameplay with limited resources
Familiarity with id Software games, characters, brands and worlds
Proficiency with modeling tools (Maya or other similar)
Experience with engine specific toolsets (Radient, DEdit, UnrealEd, etc.)
Experience with story creation and dialogue
Programming and/or scripting experience
Traditional art skills

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