Senior Level Designer at The Walt Disney Company

Glendale, California, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Gaming, EntertainmentIndustries

5 years of game development experience, including at least one shipped game in a similar role
Developed content using Unreal Engine and/or UEFN and adept in the use of C++, Blueprints and/or the Verse Scripting language
Excel at partnering and collaborating with key stakeholders, working through challenging problems and reaching consensus to achieve great things
Have a special appreciation of Disney’s IP, including characters and lore, linear media and movie franchises, theme parks design, and overall aesthetics
Enjoy creative problem-solving and building something new and innovative
Have a strong sense of what makes a fun and compelling experience for game systems
Have expertise at working with 3D game engines and understanding the strengths and limitations in regards to level design
Able to communicate effectively with other teams and groups
Understand the best standards and practices of level design within a variety of different game styles
Have a desire to come up with new and engaging experiences that encourage players to work together
Bachelor’s degree in Game Design or an equivalent combination of education and experience (preferred)
Portfolio showcasing work and projects (required)

Be a hands-on developer in the creation of content for several interactive games and experiences based on Disney’s robust portfolio of characters and worlds including Disney/Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars
Create game content using Unreal Engine, UEFN (Unreal Editor Fortnite), and scripting in Verse in both the development and live service environments
Collaborate with environment artists to design and build compelling gameplay spaces for players
Design, implement, and iterate on gameplay setups including puzzles, combat, and more
Write, update, and maintain detailed level design documentation
Provide guidance and mentorship for other Level Designers