Level Designer (Senior+)
Velan Studios, Inc. · Troy, NY · Yesterday
HybridDesign$80k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Own the design of the procedural dungeon system in collaboration with gameplay and tools engineers
- Collaborate with environment artists to create modular room pieces, corridors and static layouts that will come together dynamically to create replayable environments
- Define and maintain procedural parameters for length, complexity, spawn-composition, etc. for gameplay environments in the game to achieve engaging challenge and pacing
- Help define and implement unique gameplay mechanics that fit different biomes
- Create and maintain simple scripts for doors, traps and spawn entrances.
- Work closely with the Game Director and other Lead Designers to shape and implement compelling level and mission content
Requirements
- 5+ years of design experience
- At least one shipped title as a level designer
- Experience with procedural level generation
- A knack for visual storytelling
- Familiarity with tool-use and basic scripting in any major game-engine such as Unity, Unreal or equivalent
- Big Plusses:
- Experience in isometric ARPG level design
- Experience creating dynamic exteriors in survival or exploration-based games
- Experience seamlessly blending hand-made and procedural scenes
- Familiarity with any major 3-d art creation tool such as 3d Studio Max, Maya or Blender
- Experience in a lead or sub-lead role on a mid- or large-size development project
Benefits
This is a hybrid or onsite position. Hybrid is 3 days a week in studio. Our studios are located in Troy, NY & Toronto, ON.
Pay
The salary for this position is typically within the range specified below per year. Please note that the actual base pay may vary based on factors such as your qualifications, skills, experience, and other relevant considerations.
- US Salary Range: Senior $80,000.-$120,000. USD Specialist $100,000.-$150,000. USD
- Canada Salary Range: Senior $75,000. - $115,000. CAD Specialist $95,000.-$145,000. CAD