Description
We are seeking a visionary Principal UI Artist to lead efforts in evolving the UI presentation and player experience for Apex Legends. As a creative problem solver and craft leader, you will develop and champion a modern, cohesive visual aesthetic and vision that effectively bridges rich narrative themes, brand identity, and UI presentation,with intuitive player experiences.
Responsibilities:
- Lead efforts to refresh, define, and evangelize a contemporary, holistic visual identity for the game’s UI
- Create high-fidelity, visually balanced, and intuitive interfaces that exhibit an excellent grasp of readability, hierarchy, accessibility, and player behavior patterns
- Push the boundaries of UI animation and motion, to make every interaction feel responsive and rewarding
- Research visual trends and best practices to guide the development of visual identity standards
- Present and articulate rationale and design decisions across the organization
- Coordinate and collaborate with UX designers, UI technical designers, and engineers to achieve and implement visual designs at the desired quality level
- Assist producers and directors to plan, estimate, and prioritize work
Required Qualifications:
- 7+ years of experience and proven industry leadership in video game UI art creation, including having shipped AAA or major live-service titles in a Principal, Lead, or Senior capacity
- A strong portfolio demonstrating visual taste and mastery of contemporary graphic design aesthetics, that translate into dynamic, scalable UI design systems
- Expert proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, Figma, and After Effects as your primary tools
- Strong leadership presence with the ability to articulate design rationale, inspire peers, and build consensus across art, design, and engineering disciplines
Desired Qualifications:
- Live service background in building modular UI frameworks designed to support seasonal theming, live events, and evolving meta-features
- Practical accessibility expertise and experience designing high-contrast, colorblind-friendly, and scalable UI solutions for cross-platform (Console/PC) audiences
- Experience working with 3D assets and pipelines
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Paid time off
- Sick time
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k)
- Extended health, dental, and vision coverage
- Basic life insurance
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