UI/UX Game Designer

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Work-life balance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented UI/UX Game Designer in Port Elizabeth to shape player interactions, menus, and in-game UI. You will translate game mechanics into intuitive interfaces and collaborate with narrative designers, artists, and engineers to ensure a seamless experience.

Ideal candidates bring proven UI/UX game design experience, strong usability principles, and proficiency with Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch. Join a creative team in the Eastern Cape to enhance player journeys.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a UI/UX Designer with a portfolio of games or interactive apps.
• Strong user-centered design principles and usability practices.
• Proficient in wireframing and prototyping tools (Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch).
• Experience with game engines and UI implementation.
• Excellent visual design, typography, and color sense.
• Strong communication and collaboration to present design concepts.

Responsibilities

• Design intuitive and engaging user interfaces (UI) for menus, HUDs, and in-game feedback.
• Develop UX flows and wireframes for clarity and ease of use.
• Collaborate with artists to create cohesive UI assets.
• Work with engineers to implement UI systems and ensure performance.
• Conduct user testing and iterate on UI/UX to boost engagement.
• Stay updated on UI/UX trends in games and interactive media.

Skills

UI/UX Design

Wireframing

Prototyping Tools

Game UI

Visual Design

Communication

Tools

Figma

Adobe XD

Sketch

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a talented and user-centric UI/UX Game Designer to join their passionate team in Port Elizabeth. This role is critical in shaping the player's interaction with their games, ensuring intuitive navigation, engaging interfaces, and a seamless overall experience. You will translate game mechanics and design goals into user-friendly interfaces, working closely with narrative designers, artists, and engineers. This is a superb opportunity to impact the player journey within a studio that values user experience and creative design in the scenic Eastern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Design intuitive and engaging user interfaces (UI) for all aspects of the game, including menus, HUDs, and in-game feedback systems.
• Develop user experience (UX) flows and wireframes that ensure clarity and ease of use for players.
• Collaborate with artists to create visually appealing and consistent UI assets that match the game's aesthetic.
• Work with engineers to implement UI systems and ensure their functionality and performance.
• Conduct user testing and gather feedback to iterate on UI/UX designs, optimizing for player engagement.
• Stay informed about current trends in UI/UX design for games and other interactive media.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a UI/UX Designer , with a portfolio showcasing work on video games or interactive applications.
• Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and usability best practices.
• Proficiency in wireframing and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch).
• Experience working with game engines and understanding of UI implementation within them.
• Excellent visual design skills and a keen eye for layout, typography, and color theory.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively present design concepts.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Generous paid time off and opportunities for work-life balance.
• Access to professional development and training resources.
• Be part of a creative and collaborative team in beautiful Port Elizabeth .
• Contribute to the creation of engaging player experiences.