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Varsity Tutors

Video Game Design Tutor

Evanston, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Deep knowledge of game design principles, game mechanics, level design, narrative design, user interface design, game engines including Unity and Unreal, basic programming for games, art asset ...

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Video Game Design Tutor

Naperville, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Deep knowledge of game design principles, game mechanics, level design, narrative design, user interface design, game engines including Unity and Unreal, basic programming for games, art asset ...

Gotion, Inc.

Senior Industrial Design Engineer

Manteno, IL · On-site

$42.50 - $58/hr

Independently lead projects with good understanding of budget and time constraints, driving efficiency and holding project level design quality reviews. * Driving user centered design approach ...

Vocon Design, Inc

Architect / Technical Designer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$68.25 - $82.50/hr

Overview As a mid-level design professional, you will contribute to project delivery across multiple phases, including design development and technical execution. This role requires a strong ...

Vocon Design, Inc.

Architect / Technical Designer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$68.25 - $82.50/hr

Overview As a mid-level design professional, you will contribute to project delivery across multiple phases, including design development and technical execution. This role requires a strong ...

ACI Infotech

Java Architect

Deerfield, IL · On-site

$64 - $86.50/hr

... level design construction and unit testing integration testing. - Good with healthcare background - Able to work with client SMEs and scrum masters and Manage JIRA process for the project ...

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How much do level design jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for level design in Chicago, IL is $118,035.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $86,100.00 and $148,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Level Design vs Environment Artist?

AspectLevel DesignEnvironment Artist
Primary FocusCreating gameplay layouts, flow, and player experience within levelsDesigning and creating visual environments and assets for levels
Skills & ToolsLevel scripting, game mechanics, level editors (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity)3D modeling, texturing, environment art tools (e.g., Maya, Blender)
Work EnvironmentGame development teams, level design departmentsArt departments, environment art teams
Industry UsageUsed in game design to shape gameplay experienceUsed to create immersive visual worlds

While both roles contribute to the game's environment, Level Designers focus on gameplay flow and level structure, whereas Environment Artists concentrate on visual aesthetics and environment creation. Both collaborate closely to produce engaging and visually appealing game levels.

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Infographic showing various Level Design job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 81% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $117,942 per year, or $56.7 per hour.

Video Game Design Tutor

Evanston, IL • Remote

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$18 - $40/hr

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The Varsity Tutors Live Learning Platform has thousands of students looking for online Video Game Design tutors nationally. As a tutor on the Varsity Tutors Platform, you'll have the flexibility to set your own schedule, earn competitive rates, and make a real impact on students' academic success and understanding. All from the comfort of your home.
Why Join Our Platform?
  • Earn incrementally higher pay for each session with the same student, reaching up to $40/hour.
  • Get paid up to twice per week, ensuring fast and reliable compensation for the tutoring sessions you conduct and invoice.
  • Set your own hours and tutor as much as you'd like.
  • Tutor remotely using our purpose-built Live Learning Platform. No commuting required.
  • Get matched with students best-suited to your teaching style and expertise.
  • Our AI-powered Tutor Copilot enhances your sessions with real-time instructional support, lesson generation, and engagement features, helping you save prep time and focus on impactful teaching.
  • We handle the logistics—you just invoice for your tutoring sessions, and we take care of payments.

What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor
  • Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game design principles, game mechanics, level design, narrative design, user interface design, game engines including Unity and Unreal, basic programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game loop architecture, player psychology, balancing mechanics, and iterative design while preparing students for game development careers and interactive media programs.
  • Conceptual Teaching & Problem-Solving: Skilled at teaching game concept development, engine-based implementation, and iterative design refinement. Guides students through designing game mechanics documents, building levels in game engines, programming player interactions, creating or integrating art assets, and conducting playtesting sessions. Emphasizes the iterative design process and connects game design to computer science, visual arts, storytelling, and user experience design disciplines.
  • Curriculum Awareness & Adaptive Instruction: Familiar with game design curricula and common challenges such as scope management for game projects, learning game engine interfaces, and balancing game mechanics. Adapts instruction using game engine tutorials, design document templates, and progressive project milestones to support students from aspiring designers exploring concepts through advanced developers building playable game prototypes and portfolio pieces.
  • Effective Teaching Methods: Ability to identify concepts students commonly struggle with, explain material using multiple approaches, and adapt instruction to meet individual learning needs and styles.
  • Strong communication skills and a friendly, engaging teaching style.
  • Ability to adapt to different learning styles and student needs.

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  • 1-on-1 Online Tutoring - Provide personalized instruction to individual students.
  • Instant Tutoring - Accept on-demand tutoring requests whenever you're available.

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Our mission is to transform the way people learn by leveraging advanced technology, AI, and the latest in learning science to create personalized learning experiences. Through 1-on-1 Online Tutoring, students receive customized instruction that helps them achieve their learning goals. Our platform is designed to match students with the right tutors, fostering better outcomes and a passion for learning.
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