Game UI Artist

The Gang

Since 2019, The Gang has been a leading gaming studio for Roblox games and our goal is to build the best, safest, and most engaging experiences in the world. We publish our own games and develop game experiences with the most successful brands in the world in music, fashion, entertainment and technology.

Our mission is to unlock the full creative potential of our audiences with innovative experiences and solutions. This year we have seen tremendous growth with several million active users every day and we are actively looking to find the best people to join us in shaping the future of metaverse experiences in Roblox and beyond. Not only have we seen a growth in our games, but also a growth in our team. We've grown from just Sweden to also have offices in Portugal, the UK, and now Malaysia with the addition of Malaysian studio The Gang Asia (formerly known as Common Extract), where you'll be working!

About the position

As the Game UI Artist, you will play a key role in the continued growth of our Malaysian studio The Gang Asia (formerly known as Common Extract). You will work closely with other artists, designers and programmers to create visuals and interactives that are appealing, intuitive and user-friendly for our existing games as well as be part of building new projects. You will get the opportunity to work on our own established IPs as well as working with some of the biggest brand clients worldwide.

Life at The Gang - Fun, playful, fearless and always going forward!

We strive to deliver awesome digital experiences and have fun while doing it, always learning and moving forward. Working at The Gang you will have a lot of ownership over your tasks and be empowered to test your ideas and grow in a playful and supportive group.

Starting date: Now, permanent contract after 6 months probationary period

Reporting to: Managing Director, Malaysia

Location: Malaysia, working 100% remote from home, company time zone MYT. Option for hybrid/in-office work at our Selangor/Johor office. Discord and Slack are your best friends!

Work time: Full time - 40 hours a week

Company language: English

Responsibilities

• You will create initial sketches and concepts for the game's interface, including menus, HUDs (heads-up displays), icons, and other interactive elements.

• You will create interactive prototypes to test UI functionality and user experience before final implementation.

• You will design and produce high-quality UI assets such as buttons, icons, sliders, and other graphical elements.

• You will collaborate closely with game designers, artists, and programmers to ensure the UI aligns with the game's overall design and functionality.

• You will maintain a consistent visual style throughout the game’s interface that matches the game's theme and aesthetic.

• You will ensure that UI elements are optimized for performance across different devices and platforms.

• You will conduct usability testing to gather feedback and make necessary adjustments to improve the player experience.

Who you are

• Strong skills in graphic design and a good eye for aesthetics.

• Expertise in design software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketch, and UI/UX tools like Figma or Adobe XD.

• Familiarity with game engines like Unity or Unreal Engine, particularly their UI systems.

• Familiarity with the Roblox platform

• Good understanding of typography and how it affects readability and aesthetics.

• Good knowledge of interaction design principles to create intuitive and responsive interfaces.

• Ability to create animations for UI elements to enhance user interaction.

• Attention to detail in creating and implementing UI elements to ensure a seamless user experience.

• Must be proficient in English, both written and spoken. Malay or Mandarin are a plus, but not required as our working language is English.

• Based in Malaysia

What we offer

• A role in a growing and highly collaborative group with room to both diversify your skills and focus on your specialization.

• The opportunity to work on our own established IPs as well as working with some of the biggest brand clients worldwide.

• The opportunity to work with a diverse, fun, and talented team.

• A 100% remote work environment - remote work is in our company DNA, and we will never require you to come to an office.

• Yearly wellness allowance.

• Personal development stipend.

• Company team building events.

At The Gang, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and open workplace. Any race, gender, color, sexual orientation, nationality or religion are welcome at The Gang. We value your skills and what you can contribute to The Gang’s continued success and welcome your unique background!