Game Designer, Level (Contingent)

This is a hybrid / onsite position based at our studio in Santa Monica, CA

For nearly 40 years, Naughty Dog has been crafting best-selling, critically acclaimed games that constantly push the boundaries of narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II Remastered as well as a current generation remake of The Last of Us Part I for the PS5. We're also proud to say that The Last of Us Part I is now available for the first time on PC. 

• →Design the layouts for your levels, blocking out simplified geometry to create engaging environments 
• →Develop level composition, architectural concepts, and create evocative shapes in collaboration with the art department 
• →Create scenarios, place game objects, and implement level progression using game editor tools 
• →Produce and maintain documentation that establishes the core concepts of your level 
• →Drive communication and collaboration for spaces you design as well as other parts of the game, ensuring communication across disciplines and meeting deadlines 
• →Effective and respectful communicator and collaborator, both with other designers and members of other departments 
• →Coordinate extensive playtesting, reviews, and iteration 
• →Additional Responsibilities may be assigned as needed 

• 3+ years of industry experience in Level Design experience for games 
• Experience blocking out environments for games using 3D software packages such as Maya, Unreal Editor or otherwise, that exemplify understanding of level design fundamentals 
• Experience using a game editor such as Unreal Editor and scripting/programming using a language such as C#, Lua, Python, Visual Scripting 
• Excitement for learning and growing as a designer. Keen to develop new skills. 
• Proficient and eƯective communication skills 
• Welcomes criticism and has experience collaborating as part of a team, innovating without losing sight of the gameplay vision 
• Understanding the single player gaming landscape 
• Maintains knowledge of the broader gaming landscape trends 
• Problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude. 

As a part of the Naughty Dog application process, candidates will be expected to provide a portfolio or demo reel of their work and may be asked to complete a design test.