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Senior Level Designer

The Senior Level Designer at Blind Squirrel Games will be responsible for creating and implementing different game assets related to level design. The ideal candidate is self-driven and talented, comfortable with systems and encounter design, and has a knack for designing stimulating and immersive levels. They should be able to collaborate with other designers to create the best possible player experience. Responsibilities include collaborating across departments to ensure environment consistency, owning level creation from concept to set dressing, standardizing and improving design fundamentals, gathering and implementing playtest feedback, participating in discussions related to tools and systems, and mentoring junior team members. The role is based in Irvine, CA, with potential for remote work in the western United States based on organizational needs.

<h3>Description</h3>             <p ng-non-bindable=""></p><div><div><div><span><span>Senior Level Designer Irvine, CA</span></span><span><br><br></span></div></div><div><div><span><span>Description</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>&nbsp;</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>Blind Squirrel Games (BSG) is a proud, independent studio that joins forces with developers and publishers seeking an innovative partner in creating quality games. At BSG, people are our purpose, so we prioritize an inquisitive, proactive, and collaborative work environment for all our squirrels. We currently have studio locations in Irvine, California; Austin, Texas; and Auckland</span><span>,</span><span> New Zealand.</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>&nbsp;</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>Skills and experience are highly valued at BSG, but we recognize that talent is a product of hard</span><span>-</span><span>work, resilience, and a growth-mindset. We champion individuals who have </span><span>demonstrated</span><span> they have the grit necessary to overcome challenges and subscribe to the notion that inclusion breeds </span><span>synergy</span><span> and innovation. To us,</span></span><span><span> </span></span><span><span>diversity </span><span>isn't</span><span> a metric—</span><span>it's</span><span> a must</span><span>!&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>&nbsp;</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>Location: This is a full-time position in our Irvine, CA office, with consideration for remote candidates </span><span>located</span><span> in the western United States, subject to organizational needs.</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>&nbsp;</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>Salary: The salary range being considered for this role is $95,000 - $115,000 USD. This base pay range is for the U.S. and is not applicable to locations outside of the U.S. Actual amounts will vary depending on experience, performance, and location.</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>&nbsp;</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>Role and Responsibilities</span></span><span><span>&nbsp;</span></span><span><span>&nbsp;</span></span><span><span>&nbsp;</span></span><span> <br><br></span></div></div><div><div><span><span>Blind Squirrel Games is looking for a</span></span><span><span> </span></span><span><span>Senior Level Designer</span></span><span><span>.</span></span><span><span> </span></span><span><span> The Senior Level Designer will </span><span>be responsible for</span><span> creating and implementing a suite of different game assets as it relates to level design.</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>&nbsp;</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>The ideal candidate for this role is a self-driven, talented individual who is comfortable with systems and </span><span>encounter</span><span> design but has a knack for designing stimulating and immersive levels. They </span><span>aren’t</span><span> afraid to step in to help other designers craft the best possible experience for the player.</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>&nbsp;</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>Responsibilities&nbsp;</span></span><span><span>&nbsp;</span><br></span><span>&nbsp;</span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><ul><li><div><p><span><span>Collaborate cross-departmentally to ensure environments </span><span>remain</span><span> consistent with theme and concept art</span><span>&nbsp;</span></span><span>&nbsp;<br></span></p></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><p><span><span>Own the creation of levels from </span><span>concept to </span><span>block-ou</span><span>t</span><span> </span><span>through final set dressing</span></span></p></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><p><span><span>Standardize, document and advocate for high-quality design fundamentals, continuously improving the workflow process as it relates to the game</span><span>s we creat</span></span></p></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><p><span><span>Gather critiques and playtest </span><span>feedback and</span><span> translate it into iterative improvements.</span></span></p></div></li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li><div><p><span><span>Participate in and contribute to cross-functional discussions related to the development and implementation of tools and </span><span>required</span><span> game systems adjustments as they relate to level design</span></span></p></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><p><span><span>Assist</span><span> in mentoring junior members of the design team </span><span>regarding</span><span> best level design practices<br></span></span></p></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><p>Assist in scoping work for milestone delivers on time.</p><span></span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><p><span><span>Other relevant duties and responsibilities as assigned to help complete company or department objectives&nbsp;</span></span></p><span><br></span></div></li></ul></div><div><div><span><span>Qualifications and Education Requirements&nbsp;</span></span><span><span>&nbsp;</span><br></span><span>&nbsp;</span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>5+ years of experience in the game industry or related area</span></span><span><span> </span></span><span><span>&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>A portfolio </span><span>demonstrating</span><span> exemplary design experience working in interactive media</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>Excellent writing and communication skills</span><span> </span><span> </span><span>&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></span><span><span>&nbsp;</span><br></span><span>&nbsp;</span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div><div><div><span><span>&nbsp;Preferred Skills&nbsp;</span></span><span><span>&nbsp;</span><br></span><span>&nbsp;</span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><ul><li><div><p><span><span>Familiarity performing scripting and encounter design configuration tasks within Unreal or other game engines<br></span></span></p><span><br></span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><p><span><span>Strong sense</span><span> of level design, scale, pacing, and gameplay flow</span></span></p><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><p><span><span>Excellent composition skills</span></span></p><span> <br></span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><p><span><span>Deep understanding of environmental design and its functions within a game<br><br></span></span></p></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><p><span><span>Strong understanding of lighting, mood, and color<br></span></span></p><span><br></span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><p><span><span>Ability to </span><span>establish</span><span> cross-departmental relationships and work collaboratively<br><br></span></span></p></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><p><span><span>Familiarity with contemporary engines (Unreal, Unity, Godot, Source, etc.)</span></span></p><span><br></span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><p><span><span>Familiarity with contemporary platforms (Xbox, PlayStation, Switch, Steam Deck, etc.)</span></span></p></div></li></ul></div><div><div><span><span>&nbsp;</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>Pluses&nbsp;</span></span><span><span>&nbsp;</span><br></span><span>&nbsp;</span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>Shipped a triple AAA Game&nbsp;</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>First- and third-person</span><span> shooter</span><span> </span><span>e</span><span>xperience</span><span>&nbsp;</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><span><span>Open world POI design</span></span><span><span>&nbsp;</span><br></span><span>&nbsp;</span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></li></ul></div></div><div><div><span><span>Blind Squirrel Entertainment, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against </span><span>on the basis of</span><span> disability. Eligibility to </span><span>participate</span><span> in benefits and </span><span>perks</span><span> may vary depending on position term and location.</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>&nbsp;</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div><div><div><span><span>Notice to Job Applicants that certain personal information is collected as a part of this application process and submission of your application is considered your acknowledgment that you have read and understand our policies applicable to such process and consent to the collection and processing of your personal information </span><span>in accordance with</span><span> our Privacy Policy. To review our policies, please visit our [website] and click [“Privacy”].</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></div></div>             <p></p>

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