Senior Level Designer - Immersive Game Worlds

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Level Designer to craft immersive game environments in Queenstown. You will design layouts, define progression, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to realize ambitious titles.

The role requires a strong portfolio, expert knowledge of gameplay mechanics and environmental storytelling, and the ability to mentor junior designers. You will work closely with designers, artists, and programmers to bring worlds to life.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of level design experience with published titles.
• Proficiency with Unreal Engine or Unity level editors.
• Strong understanding of gameplay mechanics and environmental storytelling.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and iterate on game levels from concept to completion.
• Collaborate with designers, artists, and programmers to realize the vision for game environments.
• Use Unreal Engine and Unity to build functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces.
• Develop clear documentation for level designs, including layouts, objectives, and scripting requirements.
• Mentor junior level designers and provide constructive feedback to peers.
• Conduct playtesting sessions and analyze feedback to refine level designs.

Skills

Level design

Unreal Engine

Unity

3D modeling

Gameplay mechanics

Environmental storytelling

Tools

Maya

Blender

Substance Painter

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Level Designer to craft immersive game environments in Queenstown. You will design layouts, define progression, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to realize ambitious titles.

The role requires a strong portfolio, expert knowledge of gameplay mechanics and environmental storytelling, and the ability to mentor junior designers. You will work closely with designers, artists, and programmers to bring worlds to life.