Job Description
Why PlayStation?
PixelOpus, creator of the award-winning action-adventure PS4 game Concrete Genie, is seeking outstanding talent to join our passionate and creative Dev team in crafting an exciting new PlayStation 5 title in collaboration with Sony Pictures Animation.
PixelOpus is a Global Game Development Studio part of the PlayStation Studios family, located at PlayStation's HQ in San Mateo, CA.
Senior Level Designer
Join our Level Design team! We are looking for an experienced Level Designer who's excited to make an immediate impact on our growing team. Our level designers craft engaging experiences fusing gameplay and narrative, via level setups they take from concept to completion. This position reports to our Lead Level Designer.
Responsibilities
• 2D map creation and documentation.
• 3D Blockout creation and level scripting.
• You will be responsible for the creation of Level pacing that emphasizes Encounter, Puzzle, Exploration and Narrative pacing.
• Work with the lead level designer, lead game designer, & creative director to author exciting, emotionally impacting level experiences.
• Gather and respond to playtest findings to improve level quality.
• Collaborate closely with leadership in design, narrative, art, engineering, production
• Partner with environment artists and other game and tech designers.
• Maintain game design standards and metrics.
• Help improve our level workflow and process.
Qualifications
• Shipped 2+ console/PC games as a Level Designer (Action Adventure preferred)
• 6+ years working experience in Console Game industry
• Unreal experience including blueprints
• Experience with Maya or another major 3D modeling program
• High quality communication skills, able to convey abstract concepts verbally, and in documentation
• Excellent partnership skills - especially interdepartmental - we foster an inclusive and collaborative work space
• Art background and/or knowledge of architectural principles preferred
• Narrative design and storytelling experience preferred
• Experience designing levels in the action adventure genre preferred
• Experience working with established entertainment IP preferred
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At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role's base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.
Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
In addition, this role is eligible for SIE's top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click here to learn more.
The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.
$100,600 - $151,000 USD
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.
We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.
PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.
Jobcode: Reference SBJ-dy9mmm-34-229-151-93-42 in your application.