Senior UI Artist
Turtle Rock Studios · Irvine, CA · 3 wk ago
RemoteRemoteArt & Creative$105k–$150k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Own assigned UI features from concept through final in-game implementation, driving visual quality and polish throughout development
- Create high-quality UI art, including HUDs, menus, icons, motion graphics, and supporting visual elements
- Define and champion visual solutions that align with the game's artistic direction and player experience goals
- Implement, review, polish and iterate UI assets directly in Unreal Engine 5 (UMG), validating readability, animation and final presentation quality
- Proactively identify opportunities to improve visual quality, hierarchy, usability, consistency and player experience
- Partner closely with UI Tech Art and Engineering to integrate assets, support animation and motion and resolve implementation challenges
- Drive visual consistency across features by maintaining style guides, asset libraries and established UI patterns
- Deliver work that reaches a shippable quality bar with strong self review, attention to detail and minimal corrective feedback
- Balance visual quality, technical constraints and production realities
- Mentor other UI artists through feedback, collaboration, and best practices
- Participate in playtests and iteration cycles to improve usability and visual quality
Requirements
- 5+ years of professional UI Art experience in game development, with at least one shipped AAA title
- Portfolio demonstrating exceptional graphic design, iconography, typography, composition, color theory, and motion design skills
- Strong illustration and paint-over skills with a refined artistic eye
- Strong experience implementing, reviewing and polishing UI directly in Unreal Engine 5, including UMG workflows
- Advanced proficiency in Photoshop and experience with motion graphics tools such as After Effects
- Working knowledge of Figma or similar UI/UX design tools
- Strong understanding of UX principles and player-centered design
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
Preferences
- Shooter games experience is a plus
- Experience creating UI animations, VFX, or motion graphics
- Experience collaborating with UI Tech Artists to bring UI features to final in game quality
- Experience shipping live-service, multiplayer, or action games
Benefits
- 100% Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage for you and your family
- Retail Savings Plan Matching
- Career Improvement Plan
- Flexible Work Arrangements - In-House, Hybrid, and Remote
- Generous Time Off Policy
- Company Events - In-Person + Virtual Events
- Fully Stocked Kitchen + Sponsored Food Trucks
Pay
- The estimated base pay range for this role is: $105,000 - $150,000 USD
Schedule
- Not specified