Volmi — A Virtuos Studio is a Ukrainian company, part of the global game development company Virtuos, specializing in creating art content for games. We cooperate with the leaders of the gaming industry, participate in the creation of world-class projects and continue to replenish our talented team.
We are looking for a Level Designer to create engaging, immersive environments that enhance gameplay and narrative within the game universe, ensuring each level supports and enriches the overall gaming experience.
Join our team of like-minded people who are passionate about a common goal and love for games and take your career to the next stage!
Design and develop levels and environments that are engaging, aesthetically pleasing, and aligned with the overall game design and story.
Collaborate with game designers, narrative designers, and art teams to ensure the seamless integration of gameplay mechanics and story elements within the game environments.
Utilize level design tools and software to create and iterate on level layouts, applying both artistic and technical skills.
Conduct playtests and gather feedback, using it to refine level designs and improve player experience.
Create detailed documentation for each level, including diagrams, flowcharts, and written specifications.
Ensure levels are optimized for performance without compromising artistic vision or gameplay.
Design and develop levels and environments that are engaging, aesthetically pleasing, and aligned with the overall game design and story.
Collaborate with game designers, narrative designers, and art teams to ensure the seamless integration of gameplay mechanics and story elements within the game environments.
Utilize level design tools and software to create and iterate on level layouts, applying both artistic and technical skills.
Conduct playtests and gather feedback, using it to refine level designs and improve player experience.
Create detailed documentation for each level, including diagrams, flowcharts, and written specifications.
Ensure levels are optimized for performance without compromising artistic vision or gameplay.
Proven experience as a Level Designer, with a portfolio showcasing previous work on notable projects.
Strong understanding the theory and philosophy of level design.
Strong proficiency in level design tools such as Unity, Unreal Engine or similar.
Ability to develop design maps, build block-outs, process feedback from stakeholders and quickly make changes.
Excellent understanding of game design principles and how they translate into engaging player experiences.
Ability to work effectively in a team, communicating clearly and openly with other team members.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt designs based on player feedback and technical constraints.
A keen eye for detail, aesthetics, and environmental storytelling.
At least intermediate proficiency in English.
Will be a plus:
A passion for fantasy games and familiarity with the DnD or WH universe, which can be leveraged to create levels that resonate with fans and enhance the narrative depth.
Experience with scripting or programming, which can be beneficial in implementing complex gameplay features within levels.
Career and professional growth;
Flexible work schedule, office or remote work;
20 working days of paid vacation and 10 paid sick days;
Team building, and other fun activities.