UI/UX Designer

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

competitive salary

comprehensive health benefits

opportunities for professional develop

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented UI/UX Designer to join our game development team in Mahikeng, North West. You will craft intuitive interfaces and engaging experiences that enhance gameplay and player immersion.

You will collaborate with game designers, artists, and programmers to translate gameplay mechanics into clear UI, deliver wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes, and advocate user-centered design across platforms.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional UI/UX design experience, ideally in games.
• Proficiency with Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch or similar tools.
• Strong user-centered design, usability, and accessibility knowledge.
• Experience creating wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes.
• Familiarity with Unity or Unreal Engine is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement intuitive UI/UX for games.
• Create wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and user flows.
• Collaborate with designers to translate gameplay into UI.
• Work with programmers to ensure feasible UI implementation.
• Conduct user research and usability testing.
• Ensure UI aligns with art style and brand identity.
• Optimize UI assets and layouts for multiple platforms.
• Stay updated on UI/UX trends for games and interactive media.

Skills

UI/UX design

Wireframes & Prototypes

User-centered design

Accessibility

Communication & Collaboration

Tools

Figma

Adobe XD

Sketch

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic game development studio known for its innovative and user-friendly interfaces, is seeking a talented UI/UX Designer to join their team in Mahikeng, North West. This role is integral to crafting intuitive, engaging, and aesthetically pleasing user interfaces and experiences for our games. You will collaborate closely with game designers, artists, and programmers to ensure that the UI/UX effectively communicates gameplay information, enhances player immersion, and provides a seamless user journey. We are looking for a creative individual with a strong understanding of user-centered design principles and a passion for creating accessible and enjoyable gaming experiences. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact on player interaction within our games.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement intuitive and engaging user interfaces (UI) and user experiences (UX) for games.
• Create wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and user flow diagrams to effectively communicate design ideas.
• Collaborate with game designers to understand gameplay mechanics and player needs, translating them into effective UI solutions.
• Work with programmers to ensure the technical feasibility and implementation of UI designs.
• Conduct user research and usability testing to gather feedback and iterate on designs.
• Ensure UI designs are consistent with the game's art style and overall brand identity.
• Optimize UI assets and layouts for various platforms and screen resolutions.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in UI/UX design for games and other interactive media.

Requirements

• 3+ years of professional experience in UI/UX design, preferably within the game development industry.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, or similar.
• Strong understanding of user-centered design principles, usability, and accessibility.
• Experience creating wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes.
• Familiarity with game development pipelines and engines (e.g., Unity, Unreal Engine) is a plus.
• Excellent visual design skills, with a keen eye for layout, typography, and color.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.
• A portfolio showcasing UI/UX design work, preferably for games or interactive applications.

Benefits

• competitive salary
• comprehensive health benefits
• opportunities for professional development and growth

We provide a creative and collaborative work environment in our Mahikeng, North West studio, with a hybrid work model that promotes work-life balance. Join our team and help shape the player experience for our exciting games.