Senior UI/UX Artist (Contract)

2 Months ago • 5 Years + • UI/UX Design

Job Summary

Job Description

Fortis Games seeks a Senior UI/UX Artist (contract) to design and implement high-quality UI elements for mid-core mobile games. Responsibilities include creating intuitive user flows, collaborating with designers and developers, incorporating best practices from top-grossing games, and ensuring UI optimization across devices. The ideal candidate possesses 5+ years of mobile UX/UI design experience, proficiency in design tools (Photoshop, Illustrator, Figma, Unity, After Effects, Miro), and a strong understanding of user-centered design principles. The role involves transforming design specs into engaging user experiences and managing UI features from concept to completion. The artist will also contribute to innovation in design, implementation, and technology.
Must have:
  • 5+ years mobile UX/UI design experience
  • Proficiency in design tools (Photoshop, Illustrator, Figma, Unity, After Effects, Miro)
  • Understanding of user-centered design principles
  • Unity implementation skills
  • Excellent communication & collaboration skills
Perks:
  • Work with experienced team
  • Impactful role in a growing company
  • Contribute to a positive and inclusive work environment

Job Details

Who we are

At Fortis Games we aspire to make great games that bring people together while redefining how game companies work. We believe in building a sense of belonging through our games, their communities, and how we operate and treat each other. Through our game communities, we will create powerful connections and lasting memories. We will foster a culture of diversity, equity and belonging where together our diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds impact the games we make.

We are an early but mighty organization with a leadership team of game industry veterans. There are many opportunities for you to have a big impact on the products we'll be making as well as the overall direction of the company. If you're passionate about tackling difficult problems with direct and thoughtful communication and team first mentality, we may be the right place for you.

About the role

We are looking for a Senior UI/UX Artist to help shape the player experience for our mid-core mobile games. This role requires a balance of user-centered design principles and artistic expertise, ensuring that our UI elements are both visually compelling and highly functional. You’ll work closely with game designers, developers, and fellow artists to create intuitive user flows and seamless interfaces that enhance the player experience.

  • Design and implement high-quality user interface elements, such as menus, icons, UI illustrations and buttons, for mid-core video games.
  • Create UX flows that transform design specs into innovative experiences.
    • Work closely with the design team to clearly understand and convey the objectives of features and systems.
    • Incorporate best practices from top grossing mobile games and invent new solutions when necessary.
    • Share progress frequently and incorporate feedback.
  • Develop UI concepts and prototypes, and iterate on them based on feedback from the design and development teams.
  • Ensure that the user interface is optimized for various screen sizes and resolutions, and is accessible for players with different abilities.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and techniques in video game UX and UI design.
  • Collaborate with other artists and designers to ensure that the game's overall visual style is consistent.
  • Demonstrates feature ownership, able to manage entire UX and UI features from concept to completion.
  • Participate in innovation in both UX/UI design, implementation and the technology/tools.

What you’ll achieve

  • Creation and implementation of visually appealing and intuitive user interfaces that enhances the overall visual style of the game.
  • Taking part in a collaborative and learning community of fellow designers and artists.
  • Positive impact on the game's overall player experience: having your work directly enhance the player's experience and make the game more enjoyable to play.
  • Transform paper designs and design specs into delightful user experiences.

What you’ll need to be successful 

  • 5+ years of experience in mobile UX and UI design, with a strong portfolio showcasing your work.
  • Flexibility to handle UX design, UI creation and implementation in Unity at a ready-to-ship level of fidelity.
  • Extensive experience with industry-standard design tools, such as Miro,  Adobe Photoshop, Unity, Illustrator, Figma and After Effect.
  • Deep understanding and skills in graphic design (or the equivalent) specialized in the creation of interfaces and in menu design.
  • Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and experience designing for a wide range of platforms and devices.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, and the ability to work well in a team environment.
  • Passion for video games and a deep understanding of the gaming industry and development pipelines..
  • Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.

Why join us

There are many reasons to join us, but here are a few:

  • We strongly believe we are changing how games studios operate and at the core of what we do is making great games that create a connected community
  • We're not just about making Games Where You Belong. We're also about building communities where our people belong. That's why Fortis is a thriving environment that celebrates diversity, embraces inclusivity, and fosters growth.
  • Build and grow with a seasoned team of accomplished talent who have left an impactful mark in their disciplines, both in and out of gaming

Fortis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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About The Company

Fortis is a global game studio with a mission to create worlds that matter — that challenge minds, build connections, and inspire communities. Founded by industry veterans, Fortis believes games have the ability to create a positive impact on society and culture, and now more than ever, those are the experiences players are looking for. With team members already in the US, UK, Canada, Romania, Portugal and Brazil, Fortis is growing and seeks the best of the best from around the world in order, regardless of location, to create a best-in-class games studio. Join us!

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