Lead Designer

4 Months ago • 4 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

Lead Designer role at Virtuos requires 4+ years of experience in console game development, specializing in level design. Must have strong understanding of level design principles, experience with UE4, and excellent communication and presentation skills.
Must have:
  • Level Design
  • UE4 Experience
  • Game Development
  • Communication Skills
Good to have:
  • Art Experience
  • Audio Experience
  • Programming Skills
  • Animation Skills
Perks:
  • Team Environment
  • Client Presentations

Job Details

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PLAY, GROW and WIN

To be a part of Virtuos means to be a creator.  

At Virtuos, we harness the latest technologies to make games better and more immersive than ever before. That is why we pride ourselves in constantly pushing the boundaries of possibility since our founding in 2004. 

Virtuosi is a team of experts – people who have come together to share their mutual passion for making and playing games. People with the same enthusiasm for exploring new ideas and the constant drive to excel in their field. People who believe in earning success through dedication.

At Virtuos, we are at the forefront of gaming, creating exciting new experiences daily. Join us to Play, Grow and Win – together.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Responsibilities

Responsibilities: 

  • Lead a team of 4-8 designers potentially spread across multiple projects (mostly focused on level design)
  • Oversee and mentor their work in an efficient manner, as well as evaluate the design team performance and any need for tools & training
  • Set up a long-term direction for the design team growth and improvement
  • Review the clients' packages with Producer / Executive producer to check if there are any problems with reference materials or requirements
  • Ensure all designers understand requirements and specific needs of each project
  • Cooperate with Art Director, Technical Director and Producer to composite the team and estimate the time for projects
  • Check daily work according to this schedule and tell Producer about the risks and propose solutions
  • Perform daily checks of every designer's progress in order to find and eliminate any possible problems as soon as possible
  • Ensure that the designers know the client’s feedback perfectly and check whether the designers are able to implement the feedback
  • Cooperate with Art Director, Technical Director and Executive Producer to prepare proposals for clients

Qualifications

Qualifications:

  • A minimum of 4 years full-cycle console game experience as a lead designer/creative director with strong focus on level design, with at least two titles shipped in this position
  • Hands-on experience with current engines and tools (UE4 preferred)
  • Deep understanding of level design principles and AAA game development
  • Work well in a large team environment, be proactive, and have excellent communication skills.
  • Excellent presentation skills, ability to prepare client-focused presentations and design documents
  • Working knowledge in another area as art, audio, programming, animation, QA is a big plus.
  • Fluent reading and writing skills in English (daily communication with an international team)
  • A passion for making great games

Job Info

  • Job Function Identification 775
  • Posting Date 09/12/2024, 06:22 AM
  • Locations China, Chengdu
  • Job Function Schedule Full time
  • Linkedin Tags #LI-TZ1

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