Senior Unity UI Artist

Summary

Join Mythical Games, a venture-backed game technology company, as a Senior Unity UI Artist to contribute to an exciting mobile game project featuring Pudgy Penguins™. You will lead UI design and implementation in Unity, collaborating with various teams to create a seamless player experience. This role requires proven experience in UI/UX design within the gaming industry, expertise in Unity, and proficiency in design tools. The position offers a competitive salary based on location and eligibility for Mythical’s Corporate Bonus and Equity Plan. Remote work options are available in select states. Mythical Games values diversity and inclusion.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a UI/UX designer in the gaming industry, with a strong portfolio showcasing mobile game projects
• Expertise in Unity Engine, including implementing UI designs with minimal programming support
• Proficient in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, XD), Sketch, and Figma
• Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and best practices
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to new challenges and feedback
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Comfortable with communication and collaboration tools like Slack
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate design decisions clearly
• Experience using version control systems like Git
• 3-5 years of experience in UI/UX design within the gaming industry
• Demonstrated expertise in creating and implementing high-quality UI designs in Unity Engine
• Experience with animation and transition design within a game development context
• Strong artistic skills, with a keen eye for detail and visual aesthetics
• Knowledge of current industry trends and technologies in UI/UX design for mobile games
• Passion for gaming and a deep understanding of player behaviors and preferences
• An online portfolio demonstrating relevant artistic skills is required

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of user interfaces for mobile games, ensuring a seamless and engaging player experience
• Develop polished UI elements, including text, animations, and transitions, within Unity Engine
• Collaborate with game designers, artists, and programmers to create and refine UI concepts and prototypes
• Create wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes using tools such as Figma
• Ensure consistency in visual style and functionality across the game’s interface
• Stay updated on the latest UI/UX trends and technologies to continually improve design practices
• Communicate design rationale and decisions effectively to stakeholders and team members

Benefits

• Base salary range: Tier 1: $146,000 - $201,000; Tier 2: $132,000 - $182,000; Tier 3: $117,000 - $161,000
• Mythical’s Corporate Bonus and Equity Plan
• Remote work options available in select states: California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, Texas & Washington