Cyquential Studios is currently looking for a Lead Level Designer to create 2D mockups, whiteboxes, road layouts, and photogrammetry prop placements for an upcoming police pursuit extraction game. As a small studio of 5, you will be responsible for the creation of new maps that focus on making the stealth and pursuit mechanics in this game shine, as well as touch up work for our 6 existing maps. This is a nine month full time remote contract position primarily focused on design + retexturing and will roughly consist of the following:

Essentials:

• Experience with any of the tasks mentioned above
• Knowledge of best level design practices
• Knowledge of stealth and pursuit based level design, where the player needs to leverage hiding, sneaking and running (think: games like Metal Gear Solid, Spy Mouse, Splinter Cell, Need for Speed, and Thief)
• Experience with Unreal Engine, primarily with the landscaping and foliage tools
• Strong artistic and visual skills, as well as a proven design philosophy and existing proof of concepts
• Ability to work independently and remotely, with end to end workflows (from nothing to full playable level)
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, as well as the ability to lead

Good to have:

• Experience shipping a previous game title (not required, as we know there are many people out there who are very talented but just haven't found the right position yet!)
• Experience with environmental artist skills (this is a big plus!)
• Knowledge of Lighting techniques
• Located in Ohio (not required, we are primarily a remote team!)