Senior UI Artist

We are the makers of casual mobile hit Love & Pies, which globally launched in September 2021 and has now found its way into the hands of millions of players around the world. We’re backed by Supercell, one of the biggest and best in the industry.

We make games for everyone that are snackable yet nourishing — built to fit into your daily life, but with the emotional depth of your favourite TV show. Our team always comes first at Trailmix, and our culture is built on both high performance and high care — we strive to be the best versions of ourselves, but always within an environment based on inclusivity, respect and safety, no matter who you are or where you come from.

About the Role

The art team is small, highly motivated and entrepreneurial. We work collaboratively and effectively. We iterate fast and everyone contributes to solving problems and making high quality mobile games.In this role, you will help grow and expand our popular game Love & Pies through live content and feature UI artwork. We work in self-organized teams and as UI artist you’ll collaborate closely with our senior UX designer, artists, designers and developers. You’ll be involved with early discussions and concepts as we build new features and events, and you’ll be hands-on delivering and implementing high-quality final UI assets.

We are a very player-centric company and as the UI artist you will embody this player centrism. You have high professional standards with good attention to quality and detail. You’re very organised and proactive and you are always keen to learn and improve your skills. We are a games company and we love to make and play casual games. In this role, you are at the heart of what makes a great game and what speaks to our players.

The Day to Day

• Translating high level requirements into very clean and clear UI assets that match our high quality bar, style and render
• Designing and concepting mockups and variations on themes and directions
• Preparing and implementing assets using Unity
• Participating in collaborative team discussions

About You

• 3+ years experience in creating UI and artwork for mobile games, preferably F2P
• Professional experience with Unity for UI implementation
• Experience with Unity Animation systems
• Strong eye for cohesive and clear designs
• Ability to create and adapt to various different styles of UI
• Ability to translate the art direction of the overall game to UI screens
• Strong artistic abilities, especially with rendering consistent final 2D assets
• Experience with iconography, typographical and layouts
• Experience in working independently and planning as well as tasking your work

Great to Have

• Superstar skills in Unity (the more the better!)
• Strong knowledge of user experience and design psychology
• Great knowledge of best UI/UX practices used across the market
• Experience and interest in 2D art background
• Spine experience working with and editing characters that may interact within UI panels.
• Experience working in an agile environment as part of a diverse team
• F2P mobile game experience throughout all stages of development (from conception to live production)

Why Trailmix?

As a member of our team, you’ll work in an environment where collaboration and creative energy drive everything we do. We believe that working closely with colleagues from across departments is essential to crafting the best experiences for our players. Our office is a place where ideas come together, and we work side by side to turn them into reality.

Our London Studio Location

At Trailmix, collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Our hybrid work model combines the flexibility of remote work with the creative energy of being together in person. We believe the best ideas come from bringing diverse perspectives together, and our Kings Cross studio is where that happens.

Our team comes together at the studio three days a week—Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays—to collaborate, share ideas, and solve challenges. We find that when we’re all together in the office, we can have more productive discussions, make decisions faster, and drive change, allowing us to deliver our best work for our players.

Our Benefits

• Investing in Your Growth: Unleash your potential with our generous development budget. After completing your three-month probation, all team members receive a £1,000 allowance to fuel their professional growth each year.
• Fueling Your Day: Our kitchens are fully stocked with delicious treats and drinks, and we provide breakfast and lunch supplies to keep you energised throughout the day.
• Building Connections: Join us every Friday for a team lunch courtesy of Just Eat - a chance to connect and recharge for the week ahead..
• Planning for Your Future: Take control of your financial future with our contributory pension scheme. Plus, enjoy the added benefit of tax-free contributions.
• Unlocking Ownership: As a valued team member, you'll have the opportunity to own a stake in our success through tax-advantaged stock options.
• Caring for Your Well-being: Your health is our priority. Enjoy peace of mind with our fully comprehensive private medical care, with premiums paid by Trailmix. Plus, access mental health support 24/7 with the Spill Mental Health App.
• Time to Recharge: Our generous holiday allowance allows you to take a well-deserved break. You'll enjoy 28 days of annual leave, including three company holiday days around Christmas.
• Surprise and Delight: Feel appreciated and valued with various company gifts throughout the year.
• Celebrations: Join us for various socials and events throughout the year, from team outings to themed parties.
• Setting You Up for Success: Receive a £250 work-from-home budget to ensure you have the proper home setup to perform at your best.

Our Inclusive Culture

Trailmix was founded to make a positive impact on our players, our community, and our colleagues. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture, and our priority is fostering an environment where people can flourish. We think it’s vital that players see themselves represented in games, and Love & Pies, we showcase the beautiful diversity of life. Love & Pies represents the people we are and the people we love, and we’re always looking to add more people who want to design games for everyone.