UI Artist (Front End)

At Visual Concepts, we believe great games are made by diverse and empowered teams with a shared passion for play. As one of the world’s top game development studios, we have shipped over 100 multi-sku titles to critical acclaim and commercial success. Our teams are independent and entrepreneurial. Our studios in Novato, Irvine, Budapest, Shanghai, Austin, Boise, Seoul, and Parksville, Canada are committed to artistry and technical innovation, offering top candidates the opportunity to learn and grow with some of the smartest and most creative minds in the industry.

Our Novato studio is looking for an UI Artist to contribute to the highly successful NBA 2K franchise! In this role, you will apply your traditional art training and knowledge of illustration, graphic design, and computer graphics software to help build a visually compelling and user-friendly interface.

• Create and implement high-quality UI assets that align with the game’s art direction
• Work closely with a team of UI Designers and engineers to integrate UI assets into the game engine using Maya and proprietary development tools
• Contribute to the development of motion graphics and visual effects that elevate the overall user experience
• Participate in design reviews, provide and incorporate feedback based on playtest

• 2+ years crafting commercial user interface designs, ideally for large-scale or AAA titles
• Familiarity with 3D software such as Maya, Cinema 4D, or other industry-standard 3D rendering tools and plugins.
• Experience working with modern game engine (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity) and implementing UI assets within them
• Experience with industry standard 2D graphics applications and prototyping tools used in UI (Photoshop, Illustrator, Figma etc.)
• Strong understanding of UI/UX principles, composition, color theory and visual hierarchy
• Awareness of current trends in UI design, tools and technologies to continuously improve quality and efficiency
• Proven ability to work with a high degree of self-direction
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Experience in creating motion graphics
• Experience with Perforce
• Love for games (not just ours!)

Bonus Points:

• Shipped at least one AAA console project
• Experience on multi-sku, multi resolution console and PC projects
• Knowledge of the NBA brand and style

Along with your application, please submit a portfolio of professional or personal work.

This is a role that can be remote and may be based anywhere in the United States. Below are the expected salary and wage ranges for applicants based in locations where the pay transparency law is in effect: California: $38 - $50 per hour. New York State (inclusive of New York City): $32 - $46 per hour. Washington: $38 - $50 per hour. New Jersey: $32 - $46 per hour. British Columbia: $30 - $40 (CAD) per hour.  Base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an 'at-will position' and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

To learn more about Visual Concepts and our studio locations, check out our website at www.vcentertainment.com