Senior UI/UX Designer - Immersive Experiences

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 650,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior UI/UX Designer with a strong focus on games and interactive media. The role is based in Kimberley, Northern Cape, ZA, and supports a hybrid work model, combining in-office collaboration with remote flexibility.

You will craft intuitive and visually compelling interfaces and experiences for diverse interactive platforms, translating complex requirements into elegant, user-friendly solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional UI/UX design experience in games or interactive media.
• Strong portfolio with user flows, wireframes, mockups and prototypes.
• Proficiency in Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, Photoshop, Illustrator.

Responsibilities

• Design intuitive UI/UX for games and interactive apps across platforms.
• Create wireframes, flows, mockups and interactive prototypes.
• Conduct user research and usability testing, iterate designs.

Skills

UI/UX design

Game UI/UX

Wireframes

Prototyping

User research

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Figma

Adobe XD

Sketch

Photoshop

Illustrator

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking studio specializing in immersive digital experiences, is looking for a talented Senior UI/UX Designer . This role is based in Kimberley, Northern Cape, ZA , and offers a hybrid work model, allowing for both collaborative in-office sessions and remote flexibility. You will be responsible for designing intuitive, engaging, and visually stunning user interfaces and user experiences across various interactive platforms. Your expertise will shape how players interact with our games, ensuring seamless navigation and a deeply satisfying user journey. We seek a designer with a strong understanding of user-centered design principles, a keen aesthetic sense, and the ability to translate complex requirements into elegant, user-friendly solutions. Join our innovative team and redefine how players engage with digital worlds.

Key Responsibilities

• Design intuitive and engaging user interfaces (UI) and user experiences (UX) for games and interactive applications.
• Develop wireframes, user flows, mockups, and interactive prototypes to effectively communicate design concepts.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and analyze feedback to iterate and improve designs.
• Collaborate closely with game designers, artists, and programmers to ensure UI/UX designs are technically feasible and align with the overall game vision.
• Define and maintain UI style guides, ensuring visual consistency and brand integrity.
• Optimize UI/UX for various platforms and screen resolutions, ensuring accessibility and performance.
• Stay current with the latest UI/UX design trends, tools, and technologies.
• Mentor junior designers and contribute to establishing best practices within the UI/UX team.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in UI/UX design, with a significant focus on games or interactive media.
• A strong portfolio showcasing exceptional UI/UX design work, including examples of user flows, wireframes, mockups, and prototypes.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, Photoshop, Illustrator).
• Solid understanding of user-centered design principles, interaction design, and information architecture.
• Experience with game engines (e.g., Unity, Unreal Engine) and their UI systems is a strong advantage.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment, managing time and tasks efficiently.
• Experience with accessibility standards and best practices is a plus.
• A passion for creating exceptional user experiences and a deep understanding of player behavior.

Benefits

• This role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work on exciting and innovative projects.
• Enjoy the collaborative synergy of an in-office environment combined with the flexibility of remote work.
• You’ll join a creative and supportive team with opportunities for professional development and the chance to make a significant impact on user engagement.