UI Artist

Summary

Join nDreams Studio Elevation, a fully remote, VR-first studio, as a UI Artist to contribute to the design and implementation of intuitive and visually engaging user interfaces for our VR games. You will collaborate with art, design, and engineering teams, bringing UI concepts to life and ensuring alignment with game aesthetics and functionality. This is a 12-month fixed-term, full-time (37.5 hours/week) contract based in the UK. The role involves creating UI solutions, developing mood boards and prototypes, designing assets for in-game use, and utilizing Unreal UMG and blueprints. Competitive salary is offered, dependent on experience. We are a growing studio with multiple projects underway, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment.

Requirements

• Proficiency in digital techniques, with a focus on graphic design, layout, colour theory, and typography
• Strong working knowledge of Adobe software (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Adobe XD)
• Solid understanding of UI/UX principles and their application in games
• Ability to interpret and build upon art direction to deliver cohesive UI visuals
• Experience developing assets from brief to implementation
• Interest in the games industry and the role of UI in player experience
• Receptive to feedback and able to iterate effectively
• Good time management and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of UI art direction and ensure assets align with project
• Create UI solutions that demonstrate clear visual language and consider user experience
• Develop mood boards, storyboards, wireframes, and prototypes to communicate UI ideas
• Design and produce visually appealing and optimised UI assets for in-game use
• Use Unreal UMG and blueprints to build functional and animated UI widgets
• Collaborate with team members to iterate on UI features and improve workflows
• Contribute to maintaining consistency and quality across UI elements

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in a UI role within the games industry
• Familiarity with Unreal UMG and other game engines
• Working knowledge of tools like Maya or Houdini
• Demonstrable graphic design portfolio
• Technical understanding of UI production pipelines

Benefits

• Flexible hours
• Duvets days
• Your birthday off
• Dedicated personal development time and support
• Regular socials
• Excellent holiday offering
• Pension scheme
• Health insurance
• Life cover