Principal Level Designer

3 Weeks ago • 6 Years + • Level Design • $134,000 PA - $247,900 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Activision's Elsewhere Entertainment seeks a Principal Level Designer to contribute to a new IP. Responsibilities include partnering with the Gameplay Director to establish the game's vision, creating level design principles, collaborating with other teams on technical solutions, taking ownership of level design in prototypes, supporting the hiring and mentorship of level designers, and creating design documents. The role requires analyzing, pitching, and developing missions and open-world content, leveraging technical expertise, and collaborating across multiple disciplines. Staying current on industry trends is also crucial.
Must have:
  • 6+ years AAA title experience in lead level design roles
  • Experience leading level design teams and technical pipelines
  • Ability to communicate design vision effectively
  • Experience with Unity, Unreal, or similar tools
  • Extensive player experience across various game genres
Good to have:
  • Major recognition in the field
  • Experience in quest design, environment art, or programming
Perks:
  • Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision)
  • 401k with company match
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid time off
  • Mental health & wellbeing programs
  • Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Job Details

Job Title:

Principal Level Designer

Requisition ID:

R024418

Job Description:

Elsewhere Entertainment is looking for an Expert Level Desinger to join the development of a new IP.  
   

You will improve, develop, and innovate rendering techniques for AAA titles.  You will work closely with engineers and artists to bring excitement to life on the screen.     
  

As a leader on the project, you’ll help take the studio and our game from great to even better—with a focus on inclusivity, mutual respect (for ourselves and our players), thoughtfulness, empathy, professionalism, and collaboration.

You’ll help us by…

  • Partnering with the Gameplay Director to set the overall vision and direction for combat, mission, and gameplay design. 

  • Take ownership of creating level design principles for the whole game level design supporting combat encounters, gameplay systems, narrative scenes, world systems and navigation. 

  • Work together with other teams on technical solutions, pipelines and tools supporting level design implementation. 

  • Take ownership of level design in a gameplay prototype – from ideation to final quality implementation. 

  • Support hires, training and mentoring of level designers. 

  • Analyze, pitch, prototype, and develop missions and open-world content for an unannounced AAA project 

  • Create one-page designs, mission briefs, system outlines, and whatever other communication tools are necessary for succinctly and effectively communicating vision. 

  • Leverage technical expertise to implement systems in proprietary tools. 

  • Collaborate with multiple disciplines, ensuring partners are involved and informed throughout development. 

  • Provide regular active feedback across all of your features, and across the game as a whole. 

  • Remain current on industry trends including new game genres, new game design techniques, and trending audio-visual excellence. 

You’re awesome because you have… 

  • 6+ years of experience shipping AAA titles in lead level design roles. 

  • Proven experience driving level design teams and technical pipelines 

  • Ability to communicate design vision and to align vision within the team. 

  • Experience with versatile game development tools such as Unity, Unreal, or similar proprietary tools. 

  • Extensive player experience with games, including action, RPG, open world, and online titles. 

  • Extraordinary self-motivation and initiative, and a positive attitude in the face of challenges. 

Bonus points for…  

  • Major recognition in your field of work  

  • Experience in adjacent disciplines such as quest design, environment art, programming, etc.

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! At Activision, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.  

Our World  

At Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We’re driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, Crash Bandicoot™, Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™, and Guitar Hero®. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products, our “press start” is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences. 

  

We’re not just looking back at our decades-long legacy; we’re forging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate, creative, and diverse teams within our organization.  

  

We’re in the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater — this could be your opportunity to level up.  

  

Ready to Activate Your Future? 

#elsewhere 

Rewards

We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ - we’ve got our employees covered!  Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:

  • Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance;
  • 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;
  • Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;
  • Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;
  • If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.

Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company.  You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.

In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $134,000.00 - $247,900.00 Annual. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role’s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.

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