UI DESIGNER FOR A MOBILE FIRST GAME IN DEVELOPMENT (Helsinki / Reykjavik)

1939 Games; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A game development company in Helsinki is looking for a Mobile Game UI Designer to join their team. This full-time position involves creating intuitive and engaging user interfaces for a new mobile game. You will collaborate with experienced designers and engineers to translate game features into exceptional user experiences. The ideal candidate has proven UI design experience, a strong portfolio, and proficiency in design tools like Adobe Creative Suite and Figma. Competitive salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a UI Designer, preferably in a mobile Free-to-Play environment.
• Strong portfolio showcasing exceptional UI design skills, including examples of mobile game interfaces.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of 2D graphics, typography, layout and color theory.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Experience with mobile UX and responsive design.

Responsibilities

• Design user interface elements, including menus, HUDs, icons, and buttons.
• Develop wireframes, flowcharts, storyboards, and prototypes.
• Collaborate with the design team to ensure UI visual style aligns with the game aesthetic.
• Ensure UI designs are technically feasible and implementable.
• Conduct user testing and iterate based on feedback.
• Maintain UI guidelines and style guides.

Skills

UI Design

User-Centered Design

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

Mobile Usability

Typography & layout

Communication skills

Tools

Sketch

Unreal Engine

Figma

Job description

UI DESIGNER FOR A MOBILE FIRST GAME IN DEVELOPMENT

We are currently looking for a talented and passionate Mobile Game UI Designer to join our creative team and help define and design the look and feel of our next game which is already in early development.

Role Summary

The Mobile Game UI Designer will be responsible for creating intuitive, engaging, and visually polished user interfaces for our new mobile first (although eventually multiplatform/crossplatform) game. This role involves working closely with a team of experienced game designers, artists, and engineers to translate game features and functional requirements into exceptional user experiences.

Responsibilities

• Design user interface elements, including menus, HUDs, icons, buttons, and other in-game components.
• Develop wireframes, flowcharts, storyboards, and prototypes to communicate design ideas and user flow.
• Collaborate with the design team to ensure the UI visual style aligns with the overall game aesthetic.
• Work with the engineering team to ensure technical feasibility and optimal implementation of the UI designs.
• Take part in user testing and gather feedback to iterate and improve the usability and overall player experience.
• Maintain and document UI guidelines, specifications, and style guides.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends in mobile gaming, UI/UX design, and technology.

Qualifications

Required

• Proven experience as a UI Designer, preferably in a mobile Free-to-Play environment.
• Strong portfolio showcasing exceptional UI design skills, including examples of mobile game interfaces.
• Proficiency with industry-standard design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, Figma).
• Solid understanding of user-centered design principles, mobile usability, and responsive design.
• Understanding of 2D graphic design principles, typography, layout and color theory.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred

• Experience with animation or motion graphics for UI elements.
• Knowledge of game engine tools and pipelines (e.g., Unreal Engine widget system for implementation of designs).
• Familiarity with visual scripting or basic programming for rapid prototyping.

Application Process

To apply, please submit the following materials:

• Resume/CV
• Link to your online portfolio

We look forward to reviewing your application.

Employment Type

Full-time

Location

Competitive, based on experience

Interview Process

Portfolio Review, Technical Interview, and Final Interview.