UI Artist

Lighthouse Games; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading game development studio in Royal Leamington Spa is seeking a talented UI Artist to join its creative team. In this dynamic role, you'll design intuitive user interfaces to enhance gameplay experiences, collaborating with a diverse group of professionals in a passionate environment. Strong artistic vision and technical skills are essential for this position, with exciting opportunities to innovate and improve user interactions in exciting AAA title projects.

Benefits

25 Days Holiday, plus 1 day for your birthday

Studio Shutdown between Christmas and New Year

Discretionary Bonus Scheme

Private Pension Scheme

Private Healthcare

Health and Well-Being Benefits

Dental Care

Optical treatments

Mental Health Support

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a UI Artist in game development.
• Strong portfolio showcasing comprehensive UI design work.
• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, or Figma.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement user interfaces across various gaming platforms.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and detailed mockups.
• Collaborate closely with designers, artists, and programmers.

Skills

Usability

Visual appeal

Communication

Collaboration

UX Design Principles

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Sketch

Figma

Job description

Lighthouse Games is leading the charge in crafting immersive and engaging AAA titles from our studio in Leamington Spa. We are a team of passionate professionals dedicated to creating exceptional gaming experiences. Our studio environment encourages creativity and collaboration to bring out the best in every project.

We are looking for a talented and experienced UI Artist to join our creative team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and developing intuitive user interfaces that not only look fantastic but also enhance the gameplay experience. Your artistic vision and technical skills will be key in creating engaging interactions for our players.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement user interfaces across various gaming platforms, focusing on usability and visual appeal
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and detailed mockups that clearly convey design concepts and functionality
• Collaborate closely with designers, artists, and programmers to ensure seamless integration of UI design within the game engine
• Develop icons, text, menus, and HUD elements that enhance player interaction and experience
• Iterate on UI designs based on team feedback, user testing results, and industry best practices
• Maintain consistency in style, quality, and user experience across all interfaces
• Stay updated with the latest trends in UI/UX design to continually improve our game

• Proven experience as a UI Artist in game development
• A strong portfolio showcasing comprehensive UI design work
• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, or Figma
• Solid understanding of user experience design principles and best practices
• Familiarity with UI animation techniques is highly desirable
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a diverse team
• A passion for video games and an appreciation for aesthetics and user engagement

Desirable:

• Experience with Unreal Engine

• 25 Days Holiday, plus 1 day for your birthday
• Studio Shutdown between Christmas and New Year
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• Private Pension Scheme
• Private Healthcare
• Health and Well-Being Benefits
• Dental Care
• Optical treatments
• Mental Health Support