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Mid UI Artist
2 years ago
The Mid UI Artist is responsible for conceptualizing and creating in-game UI artwork. Working under the Art Director you will be expected to collaborate within a team of UI/UX designers and artists, engineers, and gameplay designers, to create intuitive systems and assets to the highest standards for all areas of front-end and in-game UI related artwork.
Responsibilities
- Exercise a deep understanding of games industry, interactive media art styles and aesthetics.
- Create and implement UI artwork within defined look & feel.
- Conceptualize, develop, present, and execute ideas on schedule.
- Iterate on art and design concepts based on feedback.
- Actively participate in artistic, design, and technical problem solving.
- Contribute to group peer reviews and feedback in a constructive manner.
- Create flow charts and wireframes demonstrating menu and user story flow.
- Create functional prototypes and animatics demonstrating UI interaction models.
- Utilize motion graphics software to develop assets for transitions and other animated UI elements.
- Prepare and implement art assets into UE4
- Demonstrate understanding of the game’s branding, design, functionality, and technical requirements
- Troubleshoot, seek solutions, and ask questions.
- Balance, organize, and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
- Have a passion for games and interactive media.
Requirements
- 2+ year of professional experience designing for games and/or interactive media, including at least one shipped title.
- Strong communication skills to present visuals, concepts and ideas
- Proficiency with commercial-quality art tools (e.g., Photoshop, Max/Maya, etc.)
- Strong collaboration and communication skills.
- Excellent time management skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work on a team.
- A real passion for games!
Pluses
- Experience working with UE4's UI toolset
- Understand how to use shader networks to improve UI
- Previous FPS military shooter experience
- UX Design experience
Submission/Portfolio Requirements
- Portfolio demonstrating relevant artistic skills required
- Only online artwork submissions will be accepted (e.g. website, blog, or online album)
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