PLAION - Munich/Planegg (Germany) / Reading (UK)
PLAION is a dynamic and diversified business in the global entertainment sector with over three decades of history. We specialize in the publishing, development and distribution of games, merchandise, and films, masterfully crafting franchises that captivate audiences worldwide.
Our award-winning games like Dead Island, Kingdom Come: Deliverance, Metro and Road 96 attract millions of fans. Our vast games network with eight game development studios and fifteen regional publishing offices is complemented by PLAION PICTURES - our independent film publisher and distributor.
We further extend our global influence with our merchandise production and expansive, worldwide distribution capabilities. Moreover, our strong foothold in the Virtual Reality (VR) domain highlights PLAION's commitment to varied innovative gaming experiences.
As part of our ongoing success, we are seeking a passionate and dedicated Digital Designer UI & UX - Global Marketing (all genders) to join our Creative Services Team. With a strong enthusiasm for games, web design, branding, and UI/UX, you will play a key role in driving our global marketing campaigns to new heights.
If you are a creative professional who is confident working independently, is results-focused, and has an exceptional eye for layout, composition, and high-quality design -- along with a talent for identifying and applying emerging trends--then we would love to hear from you!
This is a unique opportunity to work in an international, diverse and experienced team, in one of the world's most exciting industries. Turn your passion into a profession and become a global team player in Europe's No1 publishing partner within the videogames industry.
This is a hybrid role based in our office in Munich (Germany) or Reading (UK).
Your Tasks:
- You design assets for global campaigns (logos, GUI elements, landing pages, icons, banners, social assets, etc.)
- You develop and design artistic ideas across a range of online platforms and social media
- You implement artistic and creative direction into online assets
- You design smaller landing pages as well as fully functional multi-page websites
- You design banners, site takeover skins, online assets - static and optionally animated
- You create social media assets and digital promotions
- You manage versioning and adapt formats across different projects
- You develop and design presentation templates (PowerPoint, Keynote, PDFs, etc.) for our games
Your Profile:
- You hold a Bachelor's degree or equivalent in graphics or communication design and have a few years of agency/in-house experience in design or marketing
- You have a portfolio of outstanding creative work and proven ability to generate original ideas based in strategic, creative and design experience
- You have experience in designing online assets and websites, ideally for the gaming industry and the ability to translate brands into effective UI design
- You are proficient in adapting to various visual styles when creating user interfaces and have knowledge of User Experience and Interaction design principles
- You are skilled in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, ...) and Figma; basic knowledge of HTML5 and CSS is a plus
- You are familiar with website content management systems and have frontend development knowledge; Adobe After Effects experience is a plus
- You are fluent in written and spoken English, with German proficiency being an advantage
- You have enthusiasm for the gaming industry, a strong awareness of digital trends and the ability to work independently and meet deadlines
What we offer:
- We provide a hybrid working model/remote possibilities, flexible working hours, work from anywhere
- We provide local company benefits such as company events, language courses, Mental Health First Aiders, fitness cooperations, bicycle leasing, company subsidized pension contribution, etc.
- We provide a wide range of training and development opportunities as part of our global PLAION Academy
- At PLAION we believe in the power of affinity groups and support various PLAION communities (e.g. LGBTQIA+, Women@, Helping Hands, AI, Accessibility) to learn new skills, provide mutual support and encourage free, self-determined development
- We provide a casual work environment with open door policy
- You will have the opportunity to share your passion for games and films with colleagues on a daily basis and at industry events
- You will have free access to all our games and of course our films!
We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees feel valued and respected:
- At PLAION, everyone is welcome
- regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, ability, or any other characteristics.
Join us and be part of shaping our culture by fostering an empowering and inclusive journey to thrive and grow.
ARE YOU READY TO SHAPE THE FUTURE OF GAMES AND OUR COMPANY?
We look forward to receiving your application via our career page!
The application process consists of a potential screening call and three rounds of interviews
- a designated professional challenge might be included in the process.
Come and join us now!
PLAION GmbH
Lochhamer Str. 9
82152 Planegg/Munich
www.plaion.com