Zynga
Senior Level Designer – Echtra Games
Zynga, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
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Game DesignCareers location:
Austin, TX; Bay Area, CA; Carlsbad, CA; Chicago, IL; Eugene, ORConnected Worker Type:
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R_113190Position OverviewWe are looking for a Senior Level Designer to join our growing team and help craft Echtra’s next AAA PC and Console ARPG. As a Senior Level Designer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the immersive worlds of our games. From prototyping innovative level designs to seeing them through to full implementation, you’ll be at the heart of crafting captivating gameplay experiences. Your expertise ensures every level is visually stunning, as well as rich with strategic depth and mechanical intrigue, while melding and elevating artistic and design intent.Echtra Games is a growing game studio in San Francisco with a team of veteran game developers and visionary newcomers who work both on-site and remotely. At Echtra, we value diversity and support work-life balance. We also have great benefits, an open vacation policy, and flexible schedules!Key Roles And ResponsibilitiesConceptualize and prototype the layout of 3D game environments that define the flow of player movement and pace of combat.Craft levels to create visually appealing and intriguing spaces to move through, which pay off narrative and gameplay.Implement game content such as event triggers, combat encounters, and objects to efficiently leverage the gameplay space.Follow level design standards for great gameplay for a 3rd person action game.Work in Unreal as well as with in-house custom tools to implement levels.Work closely with Design, Narrative, and Art teams to create experiences that support the gameplay and aesthetic needs of the project.Collaborate with Directors and Leads to establish a high-level creative vision and bring it to life.Desired Skills And Experience5+ years of industry experience in a Level Design role.Extensive knowledge of and experience building 3rd person action games.Experience working with Unreal Engine.Self-motivated, excellent communication skills, and a great team-player attitude.Strong understanding of how to design and compartmentalize levels that have digestible composition and flow.PlusesExperience with and passion for ARPG and looter shooter style games.Experience with UE 5 and blueprints.What we offer you:Competitive salary, bonus plan and ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)401K Company Match Contribution (US)RRSP/DPSP company match contribution (Canada)Health coverage, dental, disability, critical illness, EAP, and life insurance (Canada)Medical, dental, vision, EAP, life insurance, and disability benefits (US)Virtual mental health and neurodiversity support programsGlobal Fitness reimbursement programGlobal Wellbeing ProgramFinancial wellness program with unlimited access to certified financial plannersDiscretionary Time Off policy for many employeesFamily planning support programGenerous paid parental, pregnancy-related disability, caregiver, and compassionate leavesSubsidized Back-up child care (US)Zynga happy hours and frequent employee eventsFlexible working hours on many teamsCulture of diversity and inclusion including employee resource groupsWork with cool people and impact millions of daily playersWe are an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to building a diverse and talented workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, disability, or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable law. We welcome job-seekers, players, employees, and partners from all backgrounds to join us!
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Game DesignCareers location:
Austin, TX; Bay Area, CA; Carlsbad, CA; Chicago, IL; Eugene, ORConnected Worker Type:
ConnectedRequisition Id:
R_113190Position OverviewWe are looking for a Senior Level Designer to join our growing team and help craft Echtra’s next AAA PC and Console ARPG. As a Senior Level Designer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the immersive worlds of our games. From prototyping innovative level designs to seeing them through to full implementation, you’ll be at the heart of crafting captivating gameplay experiences. Your expertise ensures every level is visually stunning, as well as rich with strategic depth and mechanical intrigue, while melding and elevating artistic and design intent.Echtra Games is a growing game studio in San Francisco with a team of veteran game developers and visionary newcomers who work both on-site and remotely. At Echtra, we value diversity and support work-life balance. We also have great benefits, an open vacation policy, and flexible schedules!Key Roles And ResponsibilitiesConceptualize and prototype the layout of 3D game environments that define the flow of player movement and pace of combat.Craft levels to create visually appealing and intriguing spaces to move through, which pay off narrative and gameplay.Implement game content such as event triggers, combat encounters, and objects to efficiently leverage the gameplay space.Follow level design standards for great gameplay for a 3rd person action game.Work in Unreal as well as with in-house custom tools to implement levels.Work closely with Design, Narrative, and Art teams to create experiences that support the gameplay and aesthetic needs of the project.Collaborate with Directors and Leads to establish a high-level creative vision and bring it to life.Desired Skills And Experience5+ years of industry experience in a Level Design role.Extensive knowledge of and experience building 3rd person action games.Experience working with Unreal Engine.Self-motivated, excellent communication skills, and a great team-player attitude.Strong understanding of how to design and compartmentalize levels that have digestible composition and flow.PlusesExperience with and passion for ARPG and looter shooter style games.Experience with UE 5 and blueprints.What we offer you:Competitive salary, bonus plan and ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)401K Company Match Contribution (US)RRSP/DPSP company match contribution (Canada)Health coverage, dental, disability, critical illness, EAP, and life insurance (Canada)Medical, dental, vision, EAP, life insurance, and disability benefits (US)Virtual mental health and neurodiversity support programsGlobal Fitness reimbursement programGlobal Wellbeing ProgramFinancial wellness program with unlimited access to certified financial plannersDiscretionary Time Off policy for many employeesFamily planning support programGenerous paid parental, pregnancy-related disability, caregiver, and compassionate leavesSubsidized Back-up child care (US)Zynga happy hours and frequent employee eventsFlexible working hours on many teamsCulture of diversity and inclusion including employee resource groupsWork with cool people and impact millions of daily playersWe are an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to building a diverse and talented workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, disability, or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable law. We welcome job-seekers, players, employees, and partners from all backgrounds to join us!
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