UI Artist - Freelance

Job Title: UI Artist
Location: Canada (Remote - Within Pacific Time Zone (PST) to Eastern Time Zone (EST))
Rate: $40- $50/hour CAD
Employment Type: Freelance

Position – UI Artist
We are looking for a passionate UI Artist to join the Lakshya Digital team. You will be responsible for the creation of the game’s UI elements. The ideal candidate will have a passion for making games, strong artistic fundamentals, and a player-focused mindset to design user interfaces and HUD display systems that are visually appealing, intuitive, and effective.

Reporting
The UI Artist will report to the Producer.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Create and implement interface assets, including menus, HUDs, icons, animations, and more.
• Interact and collaborate with team members from different disciplines (design, programming, art) on prototypes, focusing on the user experience.
• Create mood boards, mockups, and other simple prototypes to consolidate the visual direction and design intentions.
• Develop, apply, and maintain a consistent artistic standard across the entire game.

Minimum Qualifications

• Proficiency in video game editing and development tools.
• Experience in visual design or a related field.
• Strong work ethic, self-direction, and artistic vision.
• Knowledge of graphic design tools such as Photoshop, Illustrator, and After Effects.
• Understanding of usability principles and information architecture.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with team members across multiple disciplines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Expertise in Unreal Engine 4 (UE4) and interest in Unreal Engine 5 (UE5).
• A keen eye for UX design and a passion for visual communication.
• Highly creative and innovative spirit.

Lakshya is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. Please let us know of any accommodations needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process.