Lead Game Environment Artist

15 hours ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Build a Rocket Boy Full time
Job Description:

A senior role that involves creating high-quality game environments, from multiplayer maps to single-player missions, using player-facing creation tools.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design and develop engaging levels or gamemodes, ensuring they align with the overall game vision.
  • Candidates may specialise in environment creation or gameplay creation.
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to incorporate gameplay elements, logic, and aesthetics into levels.
  • Utilise feedback to iterate on created content, maintaining a balance between creative aspirations and gameplay functionality.
  • Communicate effectively across teams to solve problems and ensure cohesive project progression.
  • Mentor less senior members of the same team.
  • Stay ahead of industry trends and tools, seeking ways to enhance the player's experience through innovative level design.
Requirements:
  • A compelling portfolio showcasing levels, missions, gamemodes or gameplay created within game engines or through player-facing creation tools.
  • 5+ years of games industry experience is highly valued, along with a strong understanding of level design principles and what makes games enjoyable.
  • Experience with game engines (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity) is beneficial but not mandatory.
  • Familiarity with scripting or blueprint systems is a significant plus.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and a self-motivated drive to overcome design challenges.
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, in English.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, adaptable to changing priorities.
Benefits:
  • £60,000 - £80,000 per annum, depending on experience.
  • Unlimited coaching & therapy, stock options, pension scheme, socials, and more.
  • 25 Annual Leave + 3 bank holidays in the UK.
  • Private Medical Insurance - full cover with AXA.
  • Healthcare Cash Plan - Level 3 cover with Medicash.
  • Cycle2Work Scheme - lease a bike through us and save on tax too.
  • Electric Car Charging - electric car charging at our office.


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