Rebellion are currently looking for an enthusiastic GUI/UX Designer devoted to building intuitive, cutting-edge user interface experiences for games on all current platforms. The successful applicant will understand the importance of usability and visual communication, be self-driven and talented, with a genuine interest in playing games.

This role is full-time based in-house at our Oxford HQ. We can consider permanent or fixed-term contracts employment but not freelance or agencies. You must be able to legally work in the UK.

Please include a link to your portfolio of examples demonstrating outstanding technical ability and understanding of user interfaces.

Experience of implementing graphical user interfaces, awareness of best selling games and the graphical styles they employ. Some game industry experience is preferred but not essential, print or web-layout experience will also be considered.

You will be responsible for;

Work closely with a GUI Artist to design and implement 2D front-end game interfaces and in-game display HUDs
Work closely with each project’s design team to ensure menus and interface reflect the overarching goals of the title in the most intuitive fashion
Streamline and implement logical menu flow and function of interfaces
Work with technical artists and tools programmers to improve efficiency of workflow
Work to a functional and aesthetic brief within technical platform constraints/limitations and ensure publisher/platform compliancy
Document processes and task tracking, with great attention to detail
Research new tools, techniques and processes and how they can benefit Rebellion
Collaborate productively within larger multi-disciplined project team environments, communicating ideas and issues clearly
Work effectively with minimal levels of guidance, prioritising and scheduling your own work
Be responsive to deadlines and work well under pressure, meeting multiple production objectives

Requirements

Great knowledge of flow and function of game interfaces, user interface design and game navigation
Skilled in GUI design and layouts
Knowledge of game engines and artist tools
Detail-orientated with a logical, structured approach
Excellent initiative, self-motivation, communication, organisational and problem solving skills, as well as team-working and the ability to accept and follow direction
Ability to grasp new concepts and tools quickly
Experience with visual scripting languages
Knowledge of Photoshop and/or Flash preferred but not essential
An aesthetic eye with experience of layout, web-design, print or typography would be advantageous
A genuine interest in playing games

Benefits

Holidays 25 days paid annual leave plus all bank holidays (33 days total)
Relocation reasonable pre-agreed costs eg belongings, transport, non-refundable agency fees, etc
Pension contributory pension scheme where company matches 4%, salary sacrifice so saves on tax & NI
Cycle Scheme spread bike payments over 12 months, salary sacrifice so saves on tax & NI
Eye Test Vouchers free eye tests and additional discounts on glasses/contact lenses
Introduction bonus £2k for internal staff referrals that lead to hires
Loans Up to £1k interest free personal loans
Free Stuff fresh fruit, Rebellion Steam titles, GDC Vault access, digital 2000AD/Solaris/Abaddon/Ravenstone copies, game and film library
Discounts 50% off most 2000AD merchandise, discounted membership at The Athlete Centre gym 200 metres from Oxford studio
Culture friendly, creative and relaxed working atmosphere, with sensibly managed projects and recognition of the importance of work-life balance
Social annual company events (Summer BBQ & Christmas Party), various ad-hoc events and out-of-hours social groups such as photography, board games, football, baking, etc
Oxford Location local pub, M&S and Waitrose, 5 minute walk to train station and 15 minute walk to city centre
Hours flexible start and finish times (core hours 10am-4pm with 7.5 working hours overall plus 1 hour for lunch