Level Designer

A Level Designer is responsible for creating engaging, interactive, and challenging levels within video games. Duties include designing layouts, placing game objects, scripting events, and ensuring playability through testing and iteration.

Level Designers often collaborate with other designers, artists, and programmers to maintain game consistency and optimise user experience. They focus on balancing difficulty, implementing game mechanics, and integrating visuals to enhance gameplay.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $97,500
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a level designer?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Bachelor of Game Design and Development

Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $84,840
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CUA51020

Diploma of Screen and Media (Animation, Gaming and Visual Effects)

Blended, On Campus
8 - 12 months
$0 - $19,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
ICT50220

Diploma of Information Technology (Game Art and Design)

Blended, On Campus
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Game Design

Blended, On Campus
3 years
$65,364
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Diploma of Game Design

Blended, On Campus
12 months
$21,788
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
*Showing course fees for all providers. Some providers may not be available in your area.

Related occupations

Further reading

Most popular design courses

30th May 2022)

How to become a multimedia designer

4th November 2019)

How to start a Career in Human-Centred Design

21st October 2024)