Lead UI Artist

Who We Are

2K Games is headquartered in Novato, California and is a wholly owned label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO). Founded in 2005, 2K Games is a global video game company, publishing titles developed by some of the most influential game development studios in the world. Our studios responsible for developing 2K’s portfolio of world-class games across multiple platforms include Visual Concepts, Firaxis, Hangar 13, CatDaddy, Cloud Chamber, 31st Union, and HB Studios. Our portfolio of titles is expanding due to our global strategic plan, building and acquiring exciting studios whose content continues to inspire all of us! 2K publishes titles in today’s most popular gaming genres, including sports, shooters, action, role-playing, strategy, casual, and family entertainment.

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What We Need

We’re searching for a Lead UI Artist to define and drive the creative vision for our game’s user interface. You’ll craft the look and feel of the graphic design, ensuring it improves the player experience and aligns seamlessly with the game’s overall design. Collaborating with the Art Director, Designers, and Engineers, you’ll craft visually compelling and functional interfaces that stand out.

What You’ll Do

• Establish and maintain a distinct UI art style that complements the game’s vision.
• Design high-quality visuals, from early concepts to polished assets, ensuring consistency throughout.
• Lead and mentor the UI team, fostering creativity and upholding high standards.
• Work with UX Designers and Engineers to integrate UI smoothly into gameplay.
• Implement designs in Unreal Engine or comparable game engines, addressing technical challenges alongside Engineers.
• Create motion graphics, animations, and videos to support UI concepts and in-game elements.
• Introduce fresh ideas and stay ahead of modern design trends to elevate the UI.
• Lead projects with independence while ensuring alignment with production and product goals.

What Will Make You a Great Fit:

• Demonstrated leadership and having shipped UI for a AAA game.
• Expert knowledge of Photoshop and Illustrator, with a portfolio that showcases outstanding UI design.
• Proficiency in Unreal Engine using UMG, with a strong understanding of UI architecture.
• Skilled in After Effects and Premiere for crafting animated and video-based UI assets.
• Experience leading a team, setting clear goals, and delivering premier results.
• Collaboration skills across art, design, and engineering teams.
• A deep passion for gaming and the ability to craft UI that improves the player experience.

The pay range for this position in British Columbia at the start of employment is expected to be between CAD $90,400 and CAD $140,600 per year. However, actual 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. If hired, the company reserves the right to modify base pay (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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