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UI Designer
Company unspecified (job is advertised through an agency)Ireland
(pay unspecified)
UI Designer
Do you want to be part of a constantly evolving and exciting environment and have the chance to work on the latest cutting edge technology? Are you looking to work within a close-knit team where communication and exchange of ideas are key?
This is a superb opportunity to join this market-leading company – headquartered in the US, this company has been responsible for some of the most successful mobile and online games of the last decade.
They are looking for someone who hates user frustration and loves it when their work is invisible to the consumer. Someone who is passionate about great UI and who loathes mediocre, complex, and unnecessary interfaces and design. This position will be responsible for designing interactive user interfaces on a variety of game titles and platforms including mobile, web and social games. You must be able to carry these designs through to finished, in-game assets. The love of quickly executing UI proof of concepts and interactive UI prototypes is a must.
Responsibilities:
• Assist lead designers in the creation of assets, production, screen layout, UI design and conceptualization
• Work with game designers, producers and engineers to iterate on the best solutions to game UI challenges
• Create developer friendly files that follow best practices for file setup and asset optimization
• Ability to think through and create wireframes and interaction flows for various games on various platforms such as iPhone, iPad, and web / social.
• Participate in project brainstorms
Required Skills/Personal Requirements:
• Previous experience as a web-based graphic artist with recent experience focusing on UI design and implementation
• Personal portfolio site showcasing a variety of visual and user-interface designs
• Possess the flexibility and organization to work on a number of different titles and projects simultaneously
• Excellent visual and motion design sensibilities
• Strong knowledge of Photoshop and Flash required (no really!!)
• Experience with Illustrator or other art/design-oriented programs is highly recommended
• Possess best practices in regards to image optimization and Flash file setup
• Has an upbeat, positive attitude and enjoy working on a team
• Ability to work effectively and receive critiques from others on the art team as well as engineers and producers
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficient Mac/Windows skills
• Must work within established procedures and file structures with minimal supervision
• Ability to illustrate characters and backgrounds is a plus
Education and/or Certifications:
• College degree in Art, Animation, Design, or related field preferred
• Continued design classes and/or certification a plus
A true passion for original online / social gaming is an absolute must and you should have the desire and drive to continuously raise the quality bar.
As well as an amazing work environment and state-of-the art technology, this company offers a highly competitive salary and an excellent benefits package that includes Private Health Care, Pension Scheme, Profit Share, Performance Bonus and great Relocation Assistance.
To apply for this position, please contact Catherine on +44 (0)1206 214416 or send your details for my attention to officemanager@opmjobs.com
The salary bracket is approximate and is no guarantee of the income on offer. Salary and benefits will be discussed with candidates at interview with the company and are individually negotiated by OPM.
Do you want to be part of a constantly evolving and exciting environment and have the chance to work on the latest cutting edge technology? Are you looking to work within a close-knit team where communication and exchange of ideas are key?
This is a superb opportunity to join this market-leading company – headquartered in the US, this company has been responsible for some of the most successful mobile and online games of the last decade.
They are looking for someone who hates user frustration and loves it when their work is invisible to the consumer. Someone who is passionate about great UI and who loathes mediocre, complex, and unnecessary interfaces and design. This position will be responsible for designing interactive user interfaces on a variety of game titles and platforms including mobile, web and social games. You must be able to carry these designs through to finished, in-game assets. The love of quickly executing UI proof of concepts and interactive UI prototypes is a must.
Responsibilities:
• Assist lead designers in the creation of assets, production, screen layout, UI design and conceptualization
• Work with game designers, producers and engineers to iterate on the best solutions to game UI challenges
• Create developer friendly files that follow best practices for file setup and asset optimization
• Ability to think through and create wireframes and interaction flows for various games on various platforms such as iPhone, iPad, and web / social.
• Participate in project brainstorms
Required Skills/Personal Requirements:
• Previous experience as a web-based graphic artist with recent experience focusing on UI design and implementation
• Personal portfolio site showcasing a variety of visual and user-interface designs
• Possess the flexibility and organization to work on a number of different titles and projects simultaneously
• Excellent visual and motion design sensibilities
• Strong knowledge of Photoshop and Flash required (no really!!)
• Experience with Illustrator or other art/design-oriented programs is highly recommended
• Possess best practices in regards to image optimization and Flash file setup
• Has an upbeat, positive attitude and enjoy working on a team
• Ability to work effectively and receive critiques from others on the art team as well as engineers and producers
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficient Mac/Windows skills
• Must work within established procedures and file structures with minimal supervision
• Ability to illustrate characters and backgrounds is a plus
Education and/or Certifications:
• College degree in Art, Animation, Design, or related field preferred
• Continued design classes and/or certification a plus
A true passion for original online / social gaming is an absolute must and you should have the desire and drive to continuously raise the quality bar.
As well as an amazing work environment and state-of-the art technology, this company offers a highly competitive salary and an excellent benefits package that includes Private Health Care, Pension Scheme, Profit Share, Performance Bonus and great Relocation Assistance.
To apply for this position, please contact Catherine on +44 (0)1206 214416 or send your details for my attention to officemanager@opmjobs.com
The salary bracket is approximate and is no guarantee of the income on offer. Salary and benefits will be discussed with candidates at interview with the company and are individually negotiated by OPM.