Lead UI Artist - WWE 2K

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About The Position

At Visual Concepts, we believe great games are made by diverse and empowered teams with a shared passion for play. As one of the world’s top game development studios, we have shipped over 100 multi-sku titles to critical acclaim and commercial success. Our teams are independent and entrepreneurial. Our studios in Novato, Irvine, Budapest, Shanghai, Austin, Boise, Seoul, and Parksville, Canada are committed to artistry and technical innovation, offering top candidates the opportunity to learn and grow with some of the smartest and most creative minds in the industry. Can you speak in images and design... from layout to typography, shape, color, visual language and iconography. When it comes to UI, are you never quite finished streamlining, polishing, and improving that pixel perfect clarity? If you’re passionate about crafting beautiful user experiences, with art and design that seems to anticipate the player’s next move, we have a role that might interest you! We’re looking for a Lead UI Artist to manage and lead a team of UI artists in the effort of creating the user interface, player status and overall presentation of the next installment of the WWE 2K franchise. You’ll work with a large and versatile team to craft assets and implement a striking and intuitive user experience across every mode of the game, from in-ring wrestling, to story modes, simulations, and a spectacular variety of user content creation tools. WWE 2K is an exciting and challenging game with a diverse set of features and requirements. You will grow and develop in many different areas, learning from a highly skilled team while working on innovative technology. We are committed to building the most diverse team possible, so while a list of qualifications is provided below, please do not hesitate to apply if you don’t meet 100% of the qualifications.

Requirements

8 - 10+ years of professional experience in a UI/UX role, with 3 years of experience as a lead
Strong portfolio of UI/UX work showcased in AAA games
Proficient with Photoshop, Illustrator, game engines and UI tooling
Expert understanding of UI/UX design
Strong understanding of graphic design principles such as layout, typography, and color theory application
Ability to create high-quality work in a fast-paced environment and able to incorporate feedback from multiple stakeholders from multiple teams
Organized, excellent communication skills, passion for games, collaborative demeanor
Attention to detail and completeness, ability to see around corners, anticipate issues
Love for video games (not just ours!)

Nice To Haves

Experience working in 3D with motion including Maya, Cinema 4D, Element 3D, or other industry standard software
Game Industry experience with multiple shipped titles
Knowledge of the WWE brand and style

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain the visual direction and brand for the project's UI by working with the Art Director and other leads
Lead, mentor, and coach the UI art team, setting clear goals, conducting 1:1s, and fostering their career development
Oversee the creation and implementation of all UI components, such as menus, icons, and animations, and ensure the consistent quality of all UI art assets
Work across functions to develop the full scope of game needs
Anticipate challenges; build relationships with designers and engineers to improve functionality and visual fidelity
Develop and maintain UI style guides, as well as documentation for all aspects of UI/UX art and design

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