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id software is looking for talented and experienced level designers eager to join our accomplished team of designers.

Designers are responsible for the layout and construction of game environments. In addition to physical construction, id Software also expects designers to proactively contribute creative gameplay ideas throughout the game creation process. The ability to balance aesthetic and gameplay needs with technical limitations is necessary to achieve the breakthrough worlds id Software creates.

Applicants should provide specific examples of relevant work. These examples can be in the form of playable game levels, screenshots, scripting examples, video captures, or any other method that conveys the work being demonstrated. Examples should also include descriptions of exactly what the applicant is responsible for and what creative processes were used.

Requirements:

• 2+ years of game industry experience as a designer
• Significant contributions to at least 1 AAA shipped game
• Firm understanding of first person action shooters and the game theory and design principles behind successful examples
• Familiarity with world building tools and/or relevant 3D software packages
• Self-motivated and focused worker with good communication and collaboration skills
• Good time management skills and an understanding of and appreciation for milestones, schedules, deadlines and efficient game development processes
• A passion for games and gaming
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent team player with very strong work ethic and ability to take and act on feedback

Desired Skills and Pluses:

• Familiarity with id Software games, characters, brands and worlds
• Multiplayer game design
• Proficiency with modeling tools (Max, Maya, LightWave, Modo or other similar)
• Experience with engine specific toolsets (Radient, DEdit, UnrealEd, etc.)
• Experience with story creation and dialogue
• Programming and/or scripting experience
• Traditional art skills