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MP Level Designer

Foster City, California
Sledgehammer Games, co-developers of Call of Duty MW3, is hiring!
 
Sledgehammer Games was founded with a singular goal:  Achieve Excellence.  We have a state of the art facility, an industry leading development team, and a studio culture built to promote and support world class game developers.  We are actively recruiting top talent for our Call of Duty development team.  If you are passionate and driven to do your best work, and have a desire to work on the most successful FPS franchise in the history of video games, please apply online.
 
Come take a closer look at our studio, our culture, and some of the worldwide press for our latest game, Modern Warfare 3, and at www.sledgehammergames.com.
 
Description:
Sledgehammer Games is looking for a talented Multiplayer Level Designer to create cutting edge level designs.  We're looking for top talent with strong experience in level design for AAA titles.  If you're interested in jumping in and working on a new project with some of the most talented developers in the industry, apply today!
 
Responsibilities:
•          Own and design multiplayer levels from the ground up.
•          Block out and build 3d levels through various phases of development.
•          Research the game's subject matter.
•          Collaborate with the Design team to create and refine gameplay mechanics.
•          Prioritize well, meet deadlines and communicate progress with the Lead Level Designer well and frequently.
 
Qualifications:
•         Serious passion for Shooters, Console or PC.
•         Demonstrable experience making fun, visually impressive 3d multiplayer levels for a recent and successful first person shooter.
•         Multiplayer map design & building experience.
•         5+ years professional level design experience.
•         Must work well in a team environment.  Strong communication and soft skills.  Takes and understands direction well, meets deadlines and handles multiple tasks.
•         Strong game design skills: must be able to intelligently discuss the strengths and weaknesses of recent games. Must be able to list techniques used to make fun multiplayer FPS levels.
 
Recommended:
•       Drawing/art skills.
•       Programming and or scripting experience.
•       Background or education in game design, architecture, or traditional art.
•       MOD community experience.