Digital Extremes, Level Designer

Mapcore; Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in game development is seeking a Level Designer to create engaging character-based levels and fun gameplay mechanics. The ideal candidate will work closely with artists and designers to ensure high-quality gameplay experiences. Responsibilities include level layout, scripting, and collaborating with various production teams. If you have a solid understanding of game editors and experience with AAA titles, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of game editors.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work self-directed.

Responsibilities

• Implement character-based levels and gameplay mechanics.
• Collaborate with the Design team to define gameplay mechanics.
• Contribute to level concept, layout, and implementation.

Skills

Communication

Self-directed Work

Problem Solving

Education

Experience on AAA titles

Tools

Game Editors

LUA

Job description

• 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 gameplay.
• 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 the 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.
• Knowledge of LUA or other scripting languages.