Job Responsibilities

• Create static and animated user interfaces for video games on current- and next-gen game consoles, PC and mobile platforms
• Quickly conceptualize, prototype and communicate functionality and design intentions
• Create compelling visual treatments that are easy to understand, simple to navigate, and convey information for an ideal end-user experience
• Execute UI design with a keen eye for detail at all levels, keeping in mind the overall art treatment and screen-to-screen UI placement, and maintaining consistency throughout the entire project interface
• Create conceptual wireframes, user flow diagrams, and interactive prototypes to solidify design and plan
• Build logical UI flows, produce the final interface artwork integrated on target platform
• Adapt to varying art styles and direction; able to take critique constructively
• Identify priorities and gaps in current designs, and contribute/iterate creative solutions
• Develop designs with international localization in mind, and assist with challenges of multi-language products
• Be self-directed and be able to prioritize your workload efficiently
• Diligently create quality work in a fast paced, team-based, highly iterative environment
• Communicate and collaborate with cross-departmental (design, engineering,test) team members to solve UI challenges

Qualifications

• 2+ years creating UI art assets for video games, PC or console, with at least 2 shipped titles
• Relevant undergraduate degree and/or equivalent experience
• Strong typography, color, iconography, and layout skills
• Must be able to conceptualize, present and execute ideas within a tight schedule
• Proficient in 2D image applications (Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash) required, knowledge of 3d applications preferred (3ds Max, After Effects)
• Successful background in innovative and intuitive user interface design
• Strong artistic, oral, and written communication skills
• Extensive knowledge of UI in games across multiple genres on all platforms
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact with team members of different disciplines
• Willingness to respond and adapt to artistic criticism and multiple avenues of feedback
• Deep passion for games and quality user experiences
• Good positive attitude and outlook


Benefits:
• Onsite gym and Mind, Body, Spirit reimbursement program for activities that help you be a better version of yourself
• Food & Fun: Monday breakfast, Thursday meeting munchies & drinks, Surprise Snacks, Launch Parties, Monthly Years of Service Celebrations, Family Picnics, Sporting Events, Holiday Parties, the list goes on…
• Superior health, dental, vision packages with a substantial employer contribution for a healthy you, healthy family, and a healthy wallet.
• 401k match for that day you retire to your dream island…
• Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave for the day your family grows…
• Generous Vacation, Holiday and Sick time for those days you need to be away…
• Employee purchase program for Ubisoft titles for those days you want to play…
• Amazing coworkers, visionary leadership, and a work hard, play hard attitude that will make you want to stay…


About the area: Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and RTP Area (Research Triangle):
• Topping the charts in Best Places to Live, Work, & Play. If there is a list of Best, we are confident our area is in the top 10.
• Highly rated public school systems. Plus, 3 major universities.
• Beach to the East, Mountains to the West and Green spaces in between. Plenty of parks, paths & trails are intertwined in the cities. We even have a trail behind our studio!
• Sports: Whether you like to play or are a spectator – we’ve got you covered! The Mecca of the ACC, home to the Stanley Cup Champions The Carolina Hurricanes, AAA Baseball team The Durham Bulls, AA The Mudcats and so much more!
• Culture: Art, History, Music we have it all. 2 Performing Art Centers, 3 Music Amphitheaters, Iron Chefs, Food Trucks & so much more.

This job listing originated on Gamasutra.com, the game industry's leader.