Senior UI/UX Artist - Mobile & Console Games

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 500,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Health insurance

Professional development

Studio collaboration

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior UI/UX Artist for its East London game studio. You will lead the UI/UX lifecycle from concept to asset creation and implementation, shaping player interactions across mobile and console titles.

The role requires a strong portfolio, deep user-centered design knowledge, and collaboration with designers, programmers, and artists to deliver polished interfaces. East London-based team offers a collaborative environment and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in UI/UX design with a strong video game portfolio.
• Proficiency in industry-standard tools: Photoshop, Illustrator, and Figma or equivalents.
• Solid understanding of user-centered design, IA, and interaction design.
• Excellent visual design, typography, color theory, and layout.

Responsibilities

• Design intuitive UI elements including menus, HUDs, icons, and in-game graphics.
• Develop wireframes, mockups, and prototypes to communicate concepts effectively.
• Collaborate with designers and programmers to implement UI systems and ensure smooth UX.
• Conduct user research and usability testing to gather feedback and iterate on designs.
• Optimize UI assets for multiple platforms (mobile, console) while preserving quality.
• Create style guides and UI documentation for consistency.
• Stay updated with UI/UX trends in game development.
• Provide guidance to junior UI/UX artists.

Skills

UI/UX design

User research

Wireframing

Prototyping

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design

HCI

Fine Arts

Tools

Photoshop

Illustrator

Figma

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic game studio known for its engaging user interfaces and intuitive player experiences across mobile and console platforms, is seeking a talented Senior UI/UX Artist for their East London team. This role is instrumental in crafting interfaces that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional, ensuring players can navigate game menus, information, and controls seamlessly. You will be responsible for the entire UI/UX lifecycle, from concept and wireframing to final asset creation and implementation. The ideal candidate possesses a keen eye for visual design, a deep understanding of user-centered design principles, and proficiency with relevant art and prototyping tools. You will collaborate closely with game designers, programmers, and other artists to deliver polished and user-friendly interfaces. This is an excellent opportunity to shape the player's interaction with our exciting game titles in the vibrant city of East London. We foster a collaborative environment where user experience is paramount.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and create intuitive and visually appealing User Interface (UI) elements, including menus, HUDs, icons, and other in-game graphics.
• Develop wireframes, mockups, and prototypes to communicate UI/UX concepts effectively.
• Ensure UI design is consistent with the overall game art style and brand identity.
• Collaborate with game designers and programmers to implement UI systems and ensure a smooth user experience.
• Conduct user research and usability testing to gather feedback and iterate on designs.
• Optimize UI assets for various platforms (mobile, console) ensuring performance and visual quality.
• Create style guides and documentation for UI elements.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest UI/UX trends and best practices in game development.
• Provide guidance and feedback to junior UI/UX artists.
• Troubleshoot and resolve UI implementation issues within the East London development pipeline.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in UI/UX design, with a significant portfolio demonstrating work on video games (mobile or console preferred).
• Proficiency in industry-standard design tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Figma or similar prototyping tools.
• Strong understanding of user-centered design principles, information architecture, and interaction design.
• Excellent visual design skills, including typography, color theory, and layout.
• Experience with game engines (Unreal Engine, Unity) and understanding of UI implementation within them.
• Ability to create clean, scalable vector graphics and raster assets.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for working with cross-functional teams in East London.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, HCI, Fine Arts, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holiday leave.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement in East London.
• Access to modern design software and hardware.
• A collaborative and creative studio atmosphere.
• Involvement in visually appealing and user-friendly game projects.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Regular team-building events and studio socials.