UI Artist / Graphic Designer

The UI Artist at Ballistic Moon reports directly to the Art Director. Working primarily in Adobe Photoshop / Illustrator / AfterEffects and in collaboration with Game Designers and UI Engineers, you are responsible for designing the graphical user interfaces in our upcoming AAA title on PC and Consoles.

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ABOUT BALLISTIC MOON

We are an established game studio based in the South East of England.

With a growing team of highly experienced developers, we focus on creating the exceptional and innovative games of the future. We’re currently working with a AAA publisher in the early stages of a major new project as well as our own IP.

Responsibilities

Rapidly concept graphic design elements such as menus, HUD widgets, icons and logos.
Produce final quality graphic design elements.
Work to art direction, game design and technical specifications.
Craft streamlined user experiences.
Collaborate with UI engineers to deliver functioning in-game UI elements.

Qualifications/Skills

A strong portfolio of graphic design work.
A good working understanding of graphic design fundamentals (such as layout & composition, colour theory, typography etc).
A collaborative, process driven approach.
Creative flare and original thinking.
Understanding of latest UI trends, techniques, technologies, and competitor products.
Clear and concise written, verbal and visual communication.
Excellent time-management, and organizational skills.

Required Experience

Expert in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects) and other design tools.

Bonus Skills

Experience shipping multiple apps or games
Animation and motion graphics in your portfolio.
Experience implementing UI elements in game engines such as Unreal Engine or Unity.
Strong traditional drawing / illustration skills.
Experience using 3D packages such as Autodesk Maya, 3DS Max or Blender

Why Join Us?

You’ll play a full and active role in shaping our exciting and innovative projects
We nurture talent and take pride in our welcoming, inclusive, and supportive team culture
25 days annual leave plus discretionary 3 days extra for Christmas & National UK Bank Holidays
BUPA Private Medical and Dental insurance (plus partner & children)
Project completion bonus & Christmas bonus
Travel card or parking ticket loan
Bicycle purchase loan
We offer flexible full-time and remote working options
Half Moon Sabbatical: after six years, a fully paid 2-week sabbatical is awarded
Full Moon Sabbatical: after ten years, a fully paid 4-week sabbatical is awarded
Company pension contribution (consistently above statutory level)
Local Gym membership
Fully stocked beer fridge and fruit & snacks bar
Regular team lunches & burger runs
Flextime: Core working hours of 10 am to 4pm