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"Design is not for philosophy it's for life."
— Issey Miyake
The Senior UX Designer will conceptualize, design, and implement user interfaces for video games across multiple platforms. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to create engaging and immersive user experiences.
Responsibilities
- Conceptualization, design, and implementation of user interfaces for video games across multiple platforms
- Create wireframes, high-fidelity mockups, animation and prototypes to effectively communicate design ideas and concepts
- Gather feedback to iterate and improve upon existing designs
- Work closely with game designers to ensure that UI/UX design aligns with gameplay mechanics and overall player experience goals
- Collaborate with artists to ensure consistency in visual style and branding throughout the user interface
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior members of the UI/UX design team
- Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in UI/UX design
- Advocate for the player by championing usability, accessibility, and player-centric design principles
Requirements
- 5+ years game development experience focused on UI/UX
- Proficiency in UI/UX design tools such as Adobe XD, Sketch, Figma, or similar software
- Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies
- Experience using CSS for implementation
- Experience designing for various platforms including PC, console, and mobile
- Excellent visual design skills with a keen eye for typography, color, and layout
- Experience with motion graphics and animation for UI elements
- Ability to effectively communicate design ideas through wireframes, mockups, and prototypes
- Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams
- Knowledge of game development processes and an understanding of gameplay mechanics
Key Skills
- Love for complex strategy games, particularly the Civilization franchise
- Familiarity with game engines such as Unreal Engine and/or Proprietary engines
- Understanding of front-end development technologies such as HTML and JavaScript
- Experience with Coherent
- 3D software such as 3D Studio Max or Maya for creation of 3D elements into the UI
About Firaxis
Founded in 1996, Firaxis Games is a world renowned game development studio with an unwavering mission to "build games that stand the test of time". The name Firaxis is a fusion of "fiery" and "axis", communicating the company's dynamic process of game development resulting in the creation of groundbreaking titles that deliver unparalleled gameplay and endless fun to millions of gamers around the globe. Under the creative direction of industry legend Sid Meier, Firaxis has released dozens of hit games on multiple platforms and is recognized as an industry leader in game development.
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