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Associate Game Designer – Level
| Company | Naughty Dog |
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| Location | Santa Monica, CA, USA |
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| Salary | $37 – $57 |
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| Type | Full-Time |
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| Experience Level | Junior |
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Requirements
- 1+ years of experience in the game industry in any role
- Demonstrated foundational understanding of blocking out environments for games using 3D software such as Maya, Unreal Editor, or similar tools
- Experience using a game editor such as Unreal Editor
- Strong and effective communication skills
- Openness to feedback and experience collaborating as part of a team
- Understanding of the single-player gaming landscape
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude
Responsibilities
- With guidance from a mentor or lead, plan and model simplified geometry, design environmental layouts, place game objects, and script level progression
- Help design and champion gameplay systems, conventions, and scenarios
- Collaborate with artists, programmers, animators, and other game designers to craft engaging gameplay spaces
- Communicate and collaborate effectively and respectfully with other designers and cross-disciplinary team members
- Coordinate playtesting, reviews, and iterations to ensure levels meet technical specifications
- Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Understanding of scripting or programming languages such as C#, Lua, Python, or visual scripting tools
- Understanding of narrative concepts and/or experience in writing, film, or theater
- Knowledge of art composition, architectural principles, and the ability to create evocative shapes
