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Exterior Level Designer

Blizzard Entertainment | Irvine CA 92602 USA | Full Time | Posted: 03/07/2013

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Best known for blockbuster hits including World of Warcraft® and the Warcraft®, StarCraft®, and Diablo® series, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc., is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment software renowned for creating some of the industry’s most critically acclaimed games. Blizzard’s track record includes thirteen #1-selling games and multiple Game of the Year awards. The company’s online-gaming service, Battle.net®, is one of the largest in the world, with millions of active players.

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Blizzard Entertainment is looking for an exterior level designer with experience building outdoor levels similar to those of World of Warcraft. The ideal candidate has industry experience on a shipping game or has created and distributed levels in the fan/mod community. Level designers need to be able to create fun and interesting environments that look and play great. Game design experience and skills in general 3D modeling / texturing are preferred.

Responsibilities

Design and implement large-scale game environments.
Work with artists and designers to create a fun and compelling experience.

Requirements

A passion for video games
Experience creating levels in 3ds Max or other 3D level editors
Strong sense for what makes a game, or level, fun to play
Able to create artistic, well-composed environments
Objective understanding of MMO gameplay and its related issues

Pluses

Bachelor's degree in art or game design
Have shipped AAA PC or console titles
Experience with Illustrator, Photoshop, or Vizio
Extensive experience playing World of Warcraft
Familiarity with Warcraft history, storyline, and lore
Knowledge and understanding of numerous cultures, climates, topography, and landscapes

This job listing originated on Gamasutra.com, the game industry's leader.

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Location Irvine, CA, 92602, United States
Job Level Mid-Level
Categories Game / Level Designer / Creative Director

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