What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior UI Artist position at 2K?
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Who we are:
We are a diverse team of developers driven by a passion for our art, united by our core values and inspired by a culture of inclusivity to build amazing games that thrill players everywhere. We pursue growth and innovation in an environment of safety and trust. Our culture is built on the belief that the more varied voices in our collective will strengthen our team and our games. We are looking for our next teammate who will raise our bar and make us better.
We are currently working on Project ETHOS, a new free-to-play, 3rd person rogue-like hero shooter and an exciting evolution on the genre!
Who you are:
We’re seeking a Senior UI Artist who has a deep understanding of both the creative and technical aspects of user interface design. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio that demonstrates a keen eye for detail, a solid grasp of user experience principles, and the ability to translate complex design challenges into intuitive and visually stunning solutions. Your contributions will directly impact the look and feel of the game, enhancing the player experience and elevating our product.
Responsibilities:
- Design and implement visually appealing, user-friendly UI mockups and assets that align with the game’s artistic direction and design philosophy.
- Collaborate closely with Game Designers, UX Designers, and other team members to conceptualize, iterate, and develop UI throughout all stages of the project—from early concepts to in-engine integration and final polish.
- Provide leadership and guidance to junior UI Artists, overseeing artistic decisions, and ensuring smooth implementation across the project.
- Partner with stakeholders to create and maintain a cohesive UI style guide and Design System.
- Establish and document UI art best practices and workflows, continuously optimizing team efficiency and quality.
- Stay up to date with industry trends and new tools, actively researching ways to enhance the UI design process and elevate the team's output.
Requirements:
- 4 years of proven experience in creating high-quality UI for interactive entertainment, with a strong understanding of user-centered design principles.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to clearly articulate ideas and collaborate with other team members.
- Experience with visual tools such as Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator and After Effects or similar software.
- Solid experience working within game engines (Unreal Engine, Unity, or other proprietary/commercial engines), with an understanding of the associated production pipelines.
Relevant experience:
- Knowledge of in-engine UI materials and asset implementation is a significant plus.
- Experience with motion graphics, animation, and UI-related visual effects is a plus.
- A working knowledge of 3D design principles.
The pay range for this position in California at the start of employment is expected to be between $110,000 and $150,000 per year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an 'at-will position' and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
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Salary : $110,000 - $150,000
