Unknown Worlds is seeking a talented level designer to work on our next game in the Subnautica Universe. Our ideal candidate will be skilled at level creation in Unreal Engine and have a passion for storytelling through world building. This is a remote position on a globally distributed team. Candidates must be willing to work US East Coast or European hours.
Responsibilities
Work with the design and art team to imagine and build immersive environments
Collaborate with the design team to create compelling gameplay content
Collaborate with the art team to identify needed assets for world-building
Share progress regularly. Iterate and incorporate feedback on an ongoing basis
Provide feedback to other level design team members and the world team as a whole
Qualifications
2-3 years of level design experience in the games industry
Proficiency in creating environments in Unreal, including landscape creation, prop placement and foliage painting
Deep understanding of level design principles and best practices
Aesthetic composition skills capable of creating evocative environments
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Self-motivated, highly organized and self managing individuals comfortable working in a remote environment
Preferences
Experience creating Open World environments
Knowledge of UE5 & Blueprint creation
Basic 3D asset creation knowledge
Don’t meet every single requirement?
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply at jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Unknown Worlds we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the right candidate for this or other roles.
Reasonable Accommodation
KRAFTON Americas is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the Company will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to apply for an open position, perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the HR Talent team at KRAFTON Americas, to begin the interactive process.
EEOC statement
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Unknown Worlds is an independent globally distributed game studio. Our goal is simple, but not easy - to unite the world through play.
We're currently working on two brand new unannounced projects. Previous games include Natural Selection 1 & 2 and the award-winning Subnautica and Subnautica: Below Zero.
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