Full-Time

UI Artist

Posted on 9/12/2024

Epic Games

Epic Games

10,001+ employees

Develops games and provides development tools

Consumer Software
Gaming

Mid

Morrisville, NC, USA

Category
Product & UX/UI Design
Art, Graphics & Animation
UI/UX & Design
Required Skills
UI/UX Design
Unreal Engine
Adobe Photoshop
Figma
Requirements
  • 3-5 years of experience working collaboratively to see complex UI features through to completion across multiple platforms (mobile, pc, consoles)
  • 3-5 years of experience working in Agile environments and on multi-disciplinary teams
  • Excellent visual design skills and a strong portfolio of work showcasing your skills and your process
  • Skilled with Figma, Adobe Suite, or other comparable software
  • Experience with UI Art implementation, in Unreal Engine (UMG) or equivalent game engine
  • Experience with building UI materials & shaders for game engines, or equivalent 3d packages and FX tools; motion design & UI animation, preferably for games or interaction design
  • Proactive individual who naturally leans into owning outcomes and able to deal with ambiguity well and adapt to changes of plan quickly
  • Passion for making and playing games and a strong sense of player empathy
  • A strong portfolio of work showcasing your skills and your process.
Responsibilities
  • Work collaboratively with UX Design, Tech UI Design, and Engineering to create AAA-quality UI experiences and collaborate with the greater UXUI Department to ensure consistency and quality is maintained across Fortnite as a product.
  • Actively participate in the creation and implementation of design systems, game menus, HUD elements, Iconography, UI materials and shaders, UI animation, and motion design
  • Contribute to shipping features on time and at high quality
  • Execute to a high craft quality bar, work autonomously, and tackle medium to complex features; contribute to the success of the team by designing and implementing complex UI features
  • Design and Implement medium to complex flows, screens, and components at a high-quality bar with minimal oversight
  • Work in Photoshop, Illustrator, and/or Figma to create concept UI art
  • Create new material effects, implement basic logic in blueprints, and/or create 2D effects

Epic Games develops and publishes popular video games, including titles like "Fortnite" and "Unreal Tournament," available on multiple platforms. The company also provides Epic Online Services, which offer tools for other developers to manage and scale their games, including online multiplayer features. Unlike many competitors, Epic Games shares its technology, such as the Unreal Engine, allowing other developers to create their own games. The goal of Epic Games is to enhance gaming experiences for players while supporting developers with valuable resources.

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$8.4B

Headquarters

Cary, North Carolina

Founded

1991

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

9%

1 year growth

27%

2 year growth

38%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Epic Games' collaboration with LEGO expands its reach into social role-playing games.
  • The company enhances privacy settings post-FTC settlement, boosting user trust and retention.
  • Cross-platform support, like ARMA Reforger on PS5, increases player engagement and user base.

What critics are saying

  • Epic Games faces reputational damage from FTC's $72 million refund settlement.
  • Legal disputes, such as with Google, could lead to financial and operational impacts.
  • Reliance on Fortnite's popularity poses risks if player interest declines.

What makes Epic Games unique

  • Epic Games offers Unreal Engine, a leading game development tool for developers.
  • The company creates popular games like Fortnite, known for engaging experiences across platforms.
  • Epic Games provides Epic Online Services, supporting developers with backend and multiplayer capabilities.

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Benefits

Health coverage - 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match and profit share

Robust mental well-being programs & free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents

Unlimited PTO & sick time

Paid sabbatical

INACTIVE