UI Artist- NBA 2K
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Job Location:
Novato, CA - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 78900 - 110400
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
At Visual Concepts we believe great games are made by diverse and empowered teams with a shared passion for play. As one of the worlds 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.
What We Need:
Our Novato studio is looking for an UI Artist to contribute to the highly successful NBA2K 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.
What You Will Do:
Create and implement high-quality UI assets that align with the games 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
Who Will Be A Great Fit:
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
This is a fully remote role that 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: $78900 - $110400 per year. New York State (inclusive of New York City): $68600 - $96000 per year. Washington: $78900 - $110400 per year. New Jersey: $68600 - $96000 per year. British Columbia: $60700 - $85000 (CAD) per year. 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.
Along with your application please submit a portfolio of professional or personal work.
To learn more about Visual Concepts and our studio locations check out our website
Key Skills
- 3ds Max
- Computer Graphics
- Perforce
- Zbrush
- Unreal Engine
- Maya
- Painting
- Teaching
- Adobe Photoshop
- Digital Art
- Music Therapy
- Unity
About Company
2K publishes titles in today's most popular gaming genres, including shooters, action, role-playing, strategy, sports, casual, and family entertainment.
