Posted: April 19, 2011

Gameloft, an international publisher and developer of video games, is seeking a gifted Lead Game Designers to help create the next generation of exciting new games. Qualified candidates will work with imaginative design teams to create a wide range of new game IP, from hardcore shooters to casual sims. Our hit iPhone games include – Oregon Trail, Hero of Sparta I & II, NOVA, Avatar, Dungeon Hunter, NFL 2010, Real Soccer 2010, New York Nights, Assassin's Creed, Terminator Salvation, Asphalt 5, Let's Golf and Gangstar 1&2. As a key member of the development team, you'll take charge of the initial concept and game design and see it through to final delivery.

Profile:
Remarkable leadership skills and able to share knowledge, good communication and team management skills
Able to work independently and under pressure
Able to produce results under tight schedules
Keen personal interest in video games with a solid knowledge of the field

Job Duties:
Design gameplay and content for original First Person Shooter
Block out and create playable 3D worlds
Able to play through, test and critique own work and the work of others
Complete benchmarking & competition research
Communicate with our team of artists and programmers to ensure your creative vision is fulfilled
Collaborate with design team to produce innovative ideas for new concepts, existing design issues and work to meet deadlines
Effectively receive and provide constructive criticism

Requirements:
Successfully developed and shipped AAA titles as a level designer
Ability to successfully convey your vision and motivate team members
Expert knowledge of the Unreal Editor, Hammer and other 3D toolsets
Working knowledge of all aspect of 3D level Game Design: concept, layout, prototype modelling, environmental design, mission creation, strategy, game balancing and event scripting
Working knowledge of FPS level design principle and techniques
Ability to create workable game models based on a variety of tools and methods
Skilled communicator of concepts and technical designs
Thorough understanding of video games and their commercial appeal to the general public
Able to think creatively, work well independently and as a team player

Preferred:
3-5 years of level game design experiences creating games for console or mobile platforms
Experience with design software (MS Word, Excel, Visio, Adobe Photoshop, 3d S Max etc), placement tools and database
Familiarity with C++ and JAVA
Strong knowledge of wireless devices – encyclopedic knowledge of iPhone would be a huge plus!
A love of video games, inside & out

All candidates should expect to take a short assessment test.

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