Experienced Level Designer

 
 

Full Time - Remote

Awe Interactive is an independent and innovative game development studio focused on creating a unique, immersive, and engaging narrative-driven FPS RPG in UE5. Our tight knit and experienced team of developers, designers, and artists share a passion for storytelling, game mechanics, and creating unforgettable gaming experiences. Our mission is to create feelings of Awe for our players.

We are seeking an experienced Level Designer to join our talented team.

Position Overview:

As an experienced Level Designer, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and implementing captivating levels and environments for our narrative-driven FPS RPG. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of level design principles, a strong artistic eye, and experience working with Unreal Engine 5.

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with the game director, game designers, artists, and programmers to design and develop engaging, immersive, and visually stunning levels for our narrative FPS RPG.

  • Create levels that have bold shapes and strong composition at a high level while also having fun spaces for combat encounters. 

  • Implement level layouts, gameplay elements, and environmental storytelling using Unreal Engine 5.

  • Utilise UE5's tools, such as Blueprints with the direction of programmers, to create dynamic and interactive environments.

  • Optimise levels to ensure performance and gameplay requirements are met.

  • Contribute to the overall game design, providing ideas and feedback to enhance player experience.

  • Playtest and iterate on level designs, incorporating feedback from the team and implementing improvements.

  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in level design and Unreal Engine 5.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in game design, interactive media, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience, or experience in the indie scene. 

  • 3+ years of experience as a level designer, a focus on narrative-driven FPS or RPG games is a plus.

  • An understanding of good encounter design. 

  • Demonstrable experience working with Unreal Engine.

  • Strong understanding of level design principles, environmental storytelling, and gameplay mechanics.

  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

  • A keen artistic eye and attention to detail, with the ability to create visually compelling and immersive environments.

  • Familiarity with 3D modelling software such as Blender, 3ds Max, or Maya.

  • Proficient in optimising levels for performance and gameplay requirements.

  • A strong portfolio showcasing your level design work in Unreal Engine 5.

Bonus Qualifications:

  • Experience working in an indie game development studio.

  • Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python or C++.

  • Familiarity with source control systems like Git or Perforce.

  • Passion for storytelling and creating memorable gaming experiences.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary.

  • A creative and collaborative work environment.

  • The opportunity to work on a unique and innovative narrative FPS RPG.

  • Remote work options and flexible hours.