HB Studios is a driving force in the creation of sports video games and the studio behind PGA TOUR 2K Golf – presently working on Console and PC. We have an opportunity for a Junior Level Designer to join our team of developers, creators, and fans, who are passionate about the art and process involved in video game development.
As a Junior Level Designer, you will contribute to the creation of both authentic and fictional environments, ensuring that all course designs meet the highest standards of visual reverence, and gameplay quality.
Main Duties and Responsibilities- Assist in recreating authentic golf courses for in-game use from real-world reference data.
- Build original courses from scratch, executing all phases of level creation from concept to implementation.
- Design and implement supplementary level designs on top of existing courses to support gameplay needs such as Challenges gameplay.
- Flesh out a course’s visual needs in detail and work with artists to establish final appearance.
- Provide feedback on our user-facing Course Designer tools based on your hands-on experience using them.
- Use the provided toolset and operate on the outlined processes for handling working files, implementing levels, vetting check-ins, etc.
- Assist in ensuring that tools and features work as intended and coordinate with QA team to log bugs and write reproduction steps.
- Contribute to the studio’s growing philosophy of game design and how we make games.
- Typically up to 2 years of industry experience in Game Design or relevant experience in level design and/or golf course design.
- An understanding of golf course design principles from a playability perspective.
- Familiarity with the public Course Designer tools in the PGA TOUR 2K series is a strong asset.
- Familiarity with the Unity game engine is a secondary plus.
- Ability to learn new software and technical processes.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- A collaborative mindset with the ability to constructively receive, iterate on, and apply feedback form peers and mentors.
Location & Relocation
This position is based in Nova Scotia. Relocation support may be available for the right candidate. Nova Scotia offers unparalleled access to nature, rich cultural experiences, and a vibrant, balanced lifestyle.
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Skills Required
- Up to 2 years industry experience in Game Design or relevant level/golf course design
- Understanding of golf course design principles from a playability perspective
- Familiarity with the public Course Designer tools in the PGA TOUR 2K series
- Familiarity with the Unity game engine
- Ability to learn new software and technical processes
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Collaborative mindset and ability to receive and apply feedback
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid holidays, generous vacation or discretionary time off, sick time, and both parental and compassionate leave are explicitly listed in recent role descriptions. A company‑wide end‑of‑year break further expands the time‑off offering.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is paired with mental‑health programs and family‑planning support through Maven. HSA/FSA options and basic life insurance are also highlighted.
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Retirement Support — Eligibility for a 401(k) plan alongside an Employee Stock Purchase Program is consistently called out. These elements strengthen long‑term savings and ownership opportunities.
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2K is headquartered in Novato, California and is a wholly owned label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO). Founded in 2005, 2K Games is a global video game company, publishing titles developed by some of the most influential game development studios in the world. Our studios responsible for developing 2K’s portfolio of world-class games across multiple platforms, include Visual Concepts, Firaxis, Hangar 13, CatDaddy, Cloud Chamber, 31st Union, and HB Studios. Our portfolio of titles is expanding due to our global strategic plan, building and acquiring exciting studios whose content continues to inspire all of us! 2K publishes titles in today’s most popular gaming genres, including sports, shooters, action, role-playing, strategy, casual, and family entertainment. Our team of engineers, marketers, artists, writers, data scientists, producers, thinkers and doers, are the professional publishing stewards of our growing library of critically-acclaimed franchises such as NBA 2K, 2K PGA, Battleborn, BioShock, Borderlands, The Quarry, The Darkness, Mafia, Sid Meier’s Civilization, Marvel’s Midnight Suns, WWE 2K, and XCOM. At 2K, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment, which means encouraging our teams to Come as You Are and do your best work! We encourage ALL applicants to explore our global positions, even if they don’t meet every requirement for the role. If you're interested in the job and think you have what it takes to work at 2K, we encourage you to apply!
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