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Lead UI/UX Designer
2 years ago
Team Name:
HearthstoneJob Title:
Lead UI/UX DesignerRequisition ID:
R013044Job Description:
Pull up a chair and join us by the hearth! Blizzard is looking for an experienced Lead UI/UX Designer to join the Hearthstone design team. Our team values creativity, collaboration and a commitment to quality and we are searching for like-minded developers to add to our team of passionate game makers. Together we will learn, grow, and ultimately enjoy success by developing epic experiences for our players that push the boundaries of what Hearthstone can be.
As a Lead UI/UX Designer on the UI/UX team, you will recruit, lead, and mentor the members of a growing and vital discipline within the team. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to build upon Hearthstone's visual identity and design language, collaborating with the UI team and iterating using feedback to drive and polish features to the high-quality state that our players expect from Hearthstone. You will apply and maintain a consistent user flow throughout the entire project interface across multiple platforms (desktop, tablet, and phone), in addition to creating the wireframe, concept sketches to support purposed UI interaction models. As with every designer on Hearthstone, you will collaborate with a team of artists and engineers to carry design from concept into final implementation, and be a champion of Blizzard's core values, especially “Commit to Quality”. We value diverse voices and varied backgrounds, and we're looking for individuals to help us build fun, compelling, and inclusive gameplay, and experiences for Hearthstone. Previous Hearthstone gameplay is not a requirement to apply for this role, however, it is a plus.
COVID-19 Hiring Update: We’ve transitioned to a work-from-home model and we’re continuing to interview and hire during this time. This role is expected to begin as a remote position. We understand each person’s circumstances may be unique and will work with you to explore possible interim options.
Minimum Requirements
Experience
- A minimum of 8 years of experience working as UI/UX designer in the gaming, or interaction design field
- Demonstrable experience in a senior role making independent creative decisions and leading a team to execution
- Has led features and complex UX systems through completion across multiple platforms (PC, Mobile)
- Experience mentoring and training other designers and providing feedback.
Knowledge & Skills
- Deep understanding of information hierarchy, layout design, UX process, and usability design principles.
- Strong visual design skills and an understanding of Hearthstone's visual identity and sensibilities.
- Proficient in multiple design tools (Adobe Suite, prototyping software, etc.).
- Hands-on experience with implementing UI in the game engine
Key Attributes
- Must be willing to adapt Hearthstone’s unique workflow and pick up technical knowledge on the go
- Be an advocate for simple, intuitive, and future-proof UI design
- Confident in speaking up or giving voice to dissenting opinions constructively Able to work well with a team in a dynamic, cross-discipline, and iterative setting
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
Extra Points
Experience
- Previous professional experience working in Unity.
- Experience working in 3D.
- Experience in managing, guiding, or collaborating with external partners developing UI
Key Attributes
- Passion for Hearthstone, table-top games, other Blizzard titles, and gaming in general
Required Application Materials
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Portfolio demonstrating relevant artistic skills required
- Only online submissions will be accepted (e.g. website, blog, or online album)
Blizzard Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Accommodation Request: We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring accommodation
to apply for an open position, please email your request to talentacquisition@blizzard.com. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.
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