Greetings! I'm currently rounding out my portfolio with a focus on level design and would like to know if I'm going about it efficiently. So far, I have a handful of prototypes for which I've designed the level as well as the gameplay mechanics. I've seen many suggestions that a level designer portfolio should include samples of mods or levels created for existing games such as Half-Life 2 or Super Mario Maker. If my ultimate goal is to become a gameplay designer, would it be advisable to continue designing both the level and gameplay of prototypes in my portfolio? Or should I switch and narrow my focus to level editors and mods?

This would be a great question to bring up in class or discuss with your fellow students at Southern New Hampshire University.

didikim said:
If my ultimate goal is to become a gameplay designer, would it be advisable to continue designing both the level and gameplay of prototypes in my portfolio? Or should I switch and narrow my focus to level editors and mods?

Don't switch what you're interested in. Don't switch your goal. Showcase your best work to date in your portfolio, whatever your best work is.