Studio: Aardman
Job Opening: Senior Level Designer (Games)
Location: Bristol, England
Type: Full-Time
Responsibilities:
- As a designer, you’ll be comfortable working in the 3D action-adventure space.
- Not only will you have a firm grasp of standard best practices, but you’ll be able to bring that knowledge to bear on more complex level design challenges.
- As this title pushes into new design space within the genre, this will be something that excites and inspires you.
- You will be the first hands-on member of a design team that will eventually consist of 4 – 5 members.
- Working together with the Game Director, you will participate in defining design principles, then work to share these principles across the design team and beyond during development.
- You’ll also participate in the recruitment and nurturing of junior members of the team.
- If you’re this designer, then come join us! It’s the perfect role for someone searching for a creative environment to get the most out of their skills and experience.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Passion for game development
- Strong industry experience with titles shipped in a level design role
- Experience as a level designer on at least one shipped 3D action-adventure title, or other relevant genres
- Experience with Unreal, Unity, or another widely used engine
- Comfortable creating clear, accessible design documentation
- The ability to Whitebox and iterate spaces quickly and to a high standard
- The ability to work creatively and compassionately with disciplines across the studio
- The ability to work with the art team to conceive of and execute areas in the world – taking into account creative resonance, visual appeal, and design goals
- A strong grasp of visual communication and UX
- Experience (or interest in) leading and mentoring a small team of designers
Apply for the Job Online: To apply, visit send your CV and cover letter to games@aardman.com