Senior UI Artist

2K; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading video game development company in Burnaby seeks an experienced Senior UI Artist to craft the visual language of game interfaces. The ideal candidate will work closely with design and engineering teams to create intuitive UI elements, using tools like Photoshop and Unreal Engine. A strong portfolio and experience in AAA game projects are essential for this role. This position offers competitive compensation and a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid vacation time

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• Experience shipping at least one AAA game.
• Strong portfolio showcasing UI work.
• Familiarity with prototyping tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Define the game’s UI style in partnership with the Art Director.
• Translate wireframes into visually cohesive interfaces.
• Implement assets in Unreal Engine, collaborating with engineers.

Skills

UI design

Collaboration

Motion graphics

Visual design

Communication

Tools

Photoshop

Illustrator

After Effects

Figma

Job description

Who We Are

2K Games 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.

Located in Vancouver, BC, 2K Sports Lab is a small collective being formed within 2K Games that is driving the research and development of future sports interactive entertainment programs. Within this group, speculative work will be done on future sports games with an eye towards taking the magic of 2K’s publishing and development expertise and applying them to future opportunities.

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, Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands, Lego Drive, BioShock, Borderlands, The Quarry, 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!

What We Need

Do you see UI as more than menus and icons—as a core part of a game’s identity and experience?

Seeking for a Senior UI Artist who combines craft, clarity, and collaboration. In this role, you’ll help craft the visual language of our interface from wireframes to polished in-game assets - while collaborating with other artists, designers, and engineers.

This is a hands-on role passionate about building sophisticated, intuitive UI that improves gameplay without getting in the way.

What You’ll Do

• Help defines the game’s UI style in partnership with the Art Director and Design team.
• Translate wireframes and systems into refined, visually cohesive interfaces.
• Build final assets, motion graphics, iconography, and mockups that balance form and function.
• Collaborate with designers to support gameplay flows and reinforce player understanding.
• Implement assets in Unreal Engine (UMG), working closely with engineers on integration and performance.
• Work with Technical Artists to tackle in-engine visual or implementation issues.
• Stay informed on trends in games, apps, and visual design to encourage fresh solutions.
• Provide feedback, chip in to reviews, and help maintain visual consistency across the UI.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience shipping at least one AAA game or equivalent project.
• Strong portfolio showing a range of UI work—especially where usability and style align.
• Skilled in Photoshop, Illustrator, and After Effects (or equivalent) for UI asset creation and motion design.
• Comfortable working across teams - Design, Art, Engineering -to bring ideas to life.
• Strong communicator who gives and receives feedback with clarity and respect.
• Familiarity with Figma or other prototyping tools is a plus.
• Deep curiosity about games and a thoughtful approach to how UI supports the player experience.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform their essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us if you need reasonable accommodation.

Please note that 2K Games and its studios never uses instant messaging apps or personal email accounts to contact prospective employees or conduct interviews and when emailing, only use 2K.com accounts.

The pay range for this position in British Columbia at the start of employment is expected to be between $75,700 and $112,060 per Year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards and eligibility to participate in our 401(K) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program. Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including: medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage; 14 paid holidays per calendar year; paid vacation time per calendar year (ranging from 15 to 25 days) or eligibility to participate in the Company’s discretionary time off program; up to 10 paid sick days per calendar year; paid parental and compassionate leave; wellbeing programs for mental health and other wellness support; family planning support through Maven; commuter benefits; and reimbursements for fitness-related expenses.

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