We are Turtle Rock Studios. An award-winning game developer of AAA first person shooters and other games, including the latest co-op shooter franchise, Back 4 Blood. We are located in the heart of Orange County, CA. We thrive in an open and collaborative environment which is led to this day by co-founders Chris Ashton and Phil Robb.
We are looking for a talented interface artist with a strong background in graphic design to champion the overall look and feel of the UI. You’ll be working with a core team of other artists, programmers, and designers on a cross-platform project. You’ll be called upon to help craft a consistent and eye-catching UI style across multiple platforms that the end user can navigate intuitively. You must be someone who’s self-directed, can manage your own time, and can identify the tasks needed to get the job done.
Responsibilities
Work closely with the UI Lead, Art Director and Game Designers to conceptualize the UI aesthetic while maintaining an intuitive user experience
Create and maintain visual style guides
Create a large array of UI components which includes icons, menus, effects and animations
Collaborate with programmers to build your assets as you envisioned them
Proactively push the visual design of the UI and collaborate with other departments to help develop an exceptional product
Actively maintain file and resource organization
Proactively seek feedback while also providing it
Requirements
Minimum 3 years experience in video game development as a UI Artist
A portfolio that shows a strong understanding of flat UI
Strong communication skills, positive attitude, and the desire to keep learning
Excellent understanding of composition, color theory, hierarchy, animation, and typography
Highly proficient in Photoshop and After effects
Ability to paint and illustrate high quality visuals
Understanding of wireframing programs
Attention to detail for UX implications while iterating on UI layouts and components
Ability to adapt to rapidly changing designs throughout the project
Your resume must include a link to an online portfolio with examples of menu, icon and motion design work.
Preferences
Strong use of research and knowledge from first person shooters
Experience with industry standard game engines such as Unreal
Experience working with UMG
Experience with HTML, CSS, InDesign, Illustrator
Experience developing for the web or mobile devices
Experience with XD or Figma
VFX or compositing skills
3D modeling skills
Benefits
Some of the benefits and perks our employees get to enjoy, include:
Competitive salary
100% healthcare coverage
401k matching
Profit sharing plan
Generous time off
Flexible spending accounts
Career improvement program
Pet friendly office
Fully stocked kitchen, sponsored food trucks, etc.