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Epic Games

Senior Game Designer

Cary, NC · On-site

From character and level design to competitive gameplay and system design, help shape the future of ... As a Senior Game Designer, you'll own complex areas of the game, exercise strong creative judgment ...

Manheim Township

Scorekeeper

Lancaster, PA · On-site

$14/hr

... League games. Level of play is from Grade 3 through Grade 8, both boys and girls. As well as a ... DisclaimerThis is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties ...

Epic Games

Level Design Intern

Cary, NC · On-site

LEVEL DESIGN INTERN What You'll Do Epic Games is looking for a Level Design intern to work with our ... gameplay rules * Assist other designers by helping improve existing landmarks and POIs * Attend ...

Manheim Township

Scorekeeper

Lancaster, PA · On-site

... League games. Level of play is from Grade 3 through Grade 8, both boys and girls. As well as a ... Disclaimer This is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties ...

Manheim Township

Scorekeeper

Lancaster, PA · On-site

$14/hr

... League games. Level of play is from Grade 3 through Grade 8, both boys and girls. As well as a ... Disclaimer This is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties ...

Tycoon Games

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Graphic Designer

Londonderry, NH · On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

Graphic Designer By consistently performing their duties to the required level of quality, the ... Lay out assorted game elements to printer specifications. * Work with external artists to get ...

Limit Break

$162K/yr

We are unlocking its potential beyond games to transform digital markets into real-world economies ... Strong interest in game design, level design, player psychology, and data science * Clear ...

TapBlaze

Game Designer, Casual F2P

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$167K/yr

We need a game designer who actually plays casual F2P mobile games, not someone who tolerates them ... level up themselves, the games they work on, and the company they work for. Only with great ...

TapBlaze

Game Designer, Casual F2P

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$167K/yr

We need a game designer who actually plays casual F2P mobile games, not someone who tolerates them ... level up themselves, the games they work on, and the company they work for. Only with great ...

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How much do games level designer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for games level designer in the United States is $149,118.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $155,000.00 and $155,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Games Level Designer vs Games Environment Artist?

AspectGames Level DesignerGames Environment Artist
Primary FocusDesigning gameplay spaces, level layout, and player experienceCreating visual environments, textures, and artistic assets
Skills & ToolsLevel design software, scripting, gameplay mechanics3D modeling, texturing, artistic software like Photoshop and Maya
Work EnvironmentGame studios, collaborative with designers and programmersArt departments, collaborating with designers and art directors

While both roles contribute to the game's visual and experiential aspects, Games Level Designers focus on structuring gameplay environments to enhance player experience, whereas Games Environment Artists concentrate on creating the visual aesthetics of those environments. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and job expectations in game development.

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Infographic showing various Games Level Designer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 67% In-person, and 33% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $149,118 per year, or $71.7 per hour.

Game Designer, Level (Contingent)

Santa Monica, CA • On-site

Naughty Dog
PC Games • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Naughty Dogexternal

$58.03 - $65/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision

Re-posted 24 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Design the layouts for game levels, including blocking out simplified geometry and creating environment compositions.

  • Create scenarios, place game objects, and implement level progression using game editor tools.

  • Coordinate playtesting, reviews, and iteration to refine level design.

Job description

This position is for temporary engagement through our staffing partner, Yoh Enterprise Solutions. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States for this position.
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.
Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention to detail. We are committed to innovation within our games and as such have curated some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry. We welcome diverse candidates and believe that a broad range of cultural and life experiences contribute to the overall well-being and success of the studio and the titles we craft together.
What you will do:
  • 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

What skills you will use:
  • 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 effective 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.
At SIE, working with our partners, we consider several factors when setting each role's base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.
Please note that the individual base pay range may vary based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
In addition, this role is eligible for benefit offerings that include medical, dental, and vision. Click here to learn more.
The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below, this is an hourly rate.
$58.03-$65 USD
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