Knutsford-based TT Games are looking for a Lead Level Designer take on a key role on an exciting new LEGO game based on a major IP.
Responsible for the best-selling and BAFTA-winning LEGO videogame series, TT Games is in the business of delighting children and grown-ups alike. With more than 25 years of success behind their studio, and as a valued part of Warner Bros since 2007, they have incredibly exciting plans for future titles based on the world's biggest entertainment properties.
Your responsibilities…
Lead a team of level designers to deliver high quality levels which support the creative pillars of the game and IP
Ensure your level design team understand the vision and design of the game, holding regular reviews and providing feedback so their work meets the required quality bar
You will also support feedback from other disciplines such as the Design Director and user research
Closely collaborate with other disciplines, understanding their role and building a positive relationship to ensure that they are involved in the design process
Establish level design best practice, and improve the level design workflow for your team
Ensure team members follow agreed development practices as well as ensuring that their work maintains stability and quality throughout development
Work with the production teams to verify your teams task estimations, and the team are delivering their work to deadlines at quality
Oversee, mentor, and coach the designers and take an active role in their career development, including annual appraisals and goal setting
Encourage a culture of professionalism, collaboration, and respect
Identify key hires for your team and take an active role in the recruitment process
The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role…
Extensive experience in level design on AAA action-adventure titles, with one or more titles shipped in a Lead Level Design position on console or PC
Broad knowledge of all aspects of game and level design with a strong understanding of layout, architectural composition, combat, encounter design, balancing, flow, difficulty, progression, and usability
Understanding player motivations and psychology
Describe approaches and techniques that create engaging and fun levels in modern games
Passion for creating fun and accessible games for children and families
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Experience of UE4 and UE5 is a bonus
Perks and benefits include…
Health package including dental insurance, eye tests, and wellness programmes
Gym membership
Life assurance and group income protection
Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave
