Senior VR/AR Experience Designer

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Hybrid work model with in-office and远程

Access to latest VR/AR hardware

Professional development budget

Creative and innovative team

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, seeks a Senior VR/AR Experience Designer to conceptualize and craft immersive virtual and augmented reality experiences that captivate users.

You will define user interactions, design intuitive interfaces, collaborate with 3D artists and developers, and drive usability research in a hybrid, studio-style environment with remote flexibility.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in UX/UI design, with a specialization in VR/AR development.
• Strong portfolio showcasing successful VR/AR projects and innovative interaction design.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, or similar.
• Understanding of 3D environments, game design principles, and spatial computing.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, hybrid work environment in Stellenbosch.

Responsibilities

• Design intuitive and engaging user interfaces and interaction models for VR/AR applications.
• Develop detailed concepts, storyboards, and prototypes for immersive experiences.
• Collaborate with 3D artists, developers, and sound designers to bring experiences to life.
• Conduct user research and usability testing to iterate and improve designs.
• Ensure designs are technically feasible and optimized for target VR/AR platforms.
• Stay ahead of emerging trends and technologies in the VR and AR space.

Skills

VR/AR UX design

Prototyping

User research

Collaboration

Communication

Tools

Figma

Adobe XD

3D software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a trailblazer in the Arts & Entertainment and technology sectors, is seeking an innovative Senior VR/AR Experience Designer to join their team in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. This hybrid role focuses on conceptualizing and crafting immersive virtual and augmented reality experiences that captivate users. You will play a crucial role in defining user interaction, designing intuitive interfaces, and ensuring seamless integration of narrative and gameplay within these cutting-edge environments. Join a forward-thinking team that is shaping the future of interactive entertainment and digital storytelling, benefiting from a collaborative studio atmosphere coupled with remote flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Design intuitive and engaging user interfaces and interaction models for VR/AR applications.
• Develop detailed concepts, storyboards, and prototypes for immersive experiences.
• Collaborate with 3D artists, developers, and sound designers to bring experiences to life.
• Conduct user research and usability testing to iterate and improve designs.
• Ensure designs are technically feasible and optimized for target VR/AR platforms.
• Stay ahead of emerging trends and technologies in the VR and AR space .

Requirements

• Proven experience in UX/UI design , with a specialization in VR/AR development.
• A strong portfolio showcasing successful VR/AR projects and innovative interaction design.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, or similar.
• Understanding of 3D environments, game design principles, and spatial computing.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills .
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, hybrid work environment in Stellenbosch .

Benefits

• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Flexible hybrid work model offering both in-office collaboration and remote work options.
• Opportunity to work on groundbreaking virtual and augmented reality projects.
• Access to the latest VR/AR hardware and software development kits.
• Professional development budget for continuous learning and skill enhancement.
• Be part of a creative and innovative team pushing the boundaries of interactive media.