UI Artist

Ubisoft ,
London, Greater London

Overview

Job Description

Company Description Future Games of London is a Ubisoft studio that designs, develops and operates free-to-play mobile and digital console games. Founded in September 2009, FGOL create original and unique games such as the Hungry Shark series which has been enjoyed by over half a billion people worldwide. We are a dedicated team with drive, passion and creativity, who enjoy being part of a forward thinking studio in an exciting and ever-evolving industry. Job Description As a UI artist you will be working closely with team members from a wide range of disciplines, including art, design, programming and marketing. Day to day tasks involve understanding project and feature needs, analysing design documents and finding the best way to create UI efficiently and in the most visually attractive and user friendly way possible. Essential Skills * A proven record of delivering a game from start to finish * Strong visual design skills * Strong understanding of UX principles and user centric design * Proficiency with the Adobe suite * Proficiency with 2D animation * Proficiency in building interfaces using Unity UI or NGUI * Up to date with latest trends in mobile F2P games * Excellent communication and time management skills. * Able to think critically to improve your own work as well as the work of others * Familiarity with SCRUM / Agile practices * Loves to play games Plus * Proficiency with 3D modelling packages * Proficiency with wireframing and prototyping * Experience in Mobile platform development Additional Information BENEFITS: * Flexible office working hours * 25 days of annual leave + 8 UK Bank holiday + Christmas company day(s) off * 1 day off if you get married (Wedding Day) * Sick pay * Fresh fruit selection delivered 3 times a week, Free monthly breakfasts, Team Lunches * Beer fridge & Selected wines + other beverages * Weekly Football, Pool table, ping pong tournaments, poker nights, Office events, social gatherings, Fun Games room * Birthday Cakes/Cards * Summer & Christmas parties, Roof terrace area * Training Budgets * Contributory pension scheme * Private healthcare, Reduced gym membership, life insurance, critical illness & Disability cover * Childcare vouchers * Season ticket loan (for tube/rail costs), Annual mobile phone/tablet allowance * Recruitment Referral Fee awards Responsibilities: As a UI artist you will be working closely with team members from a wide range of disciplines, including art, design, programming and marketing. Day to day tasks involve understanding project and feature needs, analysing design documents and finding the best way to create UI efficiently and in the most visually attractive and user friendly way possible. Essential Skills A proven record of delivering a game from start to finish Strong visual design skills Strong understanding of UX principles and user centric design Proficiency with the Adobe suite Proficiency with 2D animation Proficiency in building interfaces using Unity UI or NGUI Up to date with latest trends in mobile F2P games Excellent communication and time management skills. Able to think critically to improve your own work as well as the work of others Familiarity with SCRUM / Agile practices Loves to play games Plus Proficiency with 3D modelling packages Proficiency with wireframing and prototyping Experience in Mobile platform development