Climax Studios - Lead Level Designer
Climax Studios, established nearly 30 years ago, has a rich history in developing diverse digital experiences across all formats and has won multiple awards. Our new state-of-the-art studio is located in the heart of the Albert Dock in Liverpool city centre.
We value creativity and passion for gaming. We welcome those who see things differently, are willing to try new approaches, and push their boundaries.
We are seeking an experienced Lead Level Designer with proven leadership skills and experience working on console titles to join our award-winning team. This role involves supporting the Lead Designer in leading the Level Design team and creating major immersive environments for a AAA game project with a 1st party publisher.
Requirements
* Experience as a Lead Level Designer on at least two published console titles.
* Ability to lead, inspire, motivate, and provide constructive feedback to a creative team.
* Experience in planning and scheduling workflows.
* Strong understanding of level flow, metrics, and pacing.
* Good visual eye for scene setting, sight lines, vistas, and areas of interest.
* Proven experience with Unreal Engine 5 and Blueprinting.
* Experience in greyboxing levels to a professional standard.
* Ability to script gameplay content such as events, interactions, and encounters.
* Experience with enemy placement and spawn points.
* Excellent communication skills for collaboration within a multidisciplinary team.
* Level design experience for third-person action games is a plus.
* Passion and motivation to create great games.
Responsibilities
* Lead the level design team.
* Build and maintain documentation for all environments.
* Design and develop large, immersive levels that offer memorable gameplay experiences.
* Ensure adherence to project vision, best practices, and quality standards.
* Participate in level reviews, providing constructive critique and solutions.
* Playtest and give feedback to improve gameplay and level design.
* Align levels with narrative and gameplay ambitions.
* Motivate yourself and your team to achieve project goals.
Benefits
* Excellent holiday package and regular social events.
* Fresh fruit, snacks, and a friendly working environment.
* Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities.
* Prime dockside location near transport, bars, and restaurants.
* Private Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Income Protection, Pension Scheme, Cycle to Work, and Eye-Care Vouchers.
Perks
* Dog-friendly studio—bring your pet to work.
* Bean-to-cup coffee machine and daily snacks.
* In-house clubs and social events, including game nights, sports, and charity fundraisers.
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