Full-Time

UI/UX Game Artist

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Jam City

Jam City

501-1,000 employees

Develops and distributes free-to-play mobile games

Data & Analytics
Gaming

Compensation Overview

$85k - $112kAnnually

+ Annual Bonus + Short- and Long-term Incentives + Program-specific Awards

Mid, Senior

Burbank, CA, USA

This is a hybrid position, which implies that the candidate will need to work in-office some days.

Category
Product & UX/UI Design
Art, Graphics & Animation
UI/UX & Design
Required Skills
Interaction Design
UI/UX Design
Adobe Photoshop
Figma
Animation
Sketch
Graphic Design
Unity

You match the following Jam City's candidate preferences

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • 3-5 years of practical art/design experience work in interactive media and/or mobile games
  • Graphic Design skills: sketching, wireframing and storyboarding abilities on paper and screen
  • Solid understanding of UI design best practices and interaction design fundamentals
  • A strong understanding of UI conventions and challenges for the mobile and other emerging platforms
  • Ability to translate flowcharts and wireframes into fun, usable, visually polished UI systems
  • Expert knowledge in Illustrator and Photoshop
  • Experience working in Unity
  • Proficiency in prototyping tools like Figma, Sketch, Invision, Framer or comparable software
  • BA/BS degree in related field
  • Solid understanding of art and visual design principles and techniques regarding 2D, 3D, animation, layout, color theory, and lighting
  • Outstanding creativity and drive; excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Able to multi-task like a pro
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills
  • Sense of humor and a positive, enthusiastic attitude
  • Ability to take direction
  • Self-starter, reliable, and passionate about their work
  • Eye for detail with a clear understanding of the big picture
  • Team player who understands the value of regular and effective communication
  • Passion for video games a must!
Responsibilities
  • Design mock-ups, wireframes and storyboards to support the flow of the game
  • Build and create game assets such as icons, buttons, widgets, logos and other UI elements
  • Collaborate with other disciplines to ensure consistency of animations and presentation across multiple device types
  • Create clear and in-depth documentation and style guides for new titles
  • Assist production with decks and presentations
  • Participate in visual critiques and brainstorms
  • Research industry standards and develop new pipelines and workflows
Desired Qualifications
  • Animation/VFX experience
  • Affinity for Disney/Pixar
  • Extensive knowledge of fonts and logos

Jam City creates and distributes free-to-play mobile games that are accessible to a wide audience. Players can download these games for free and have the option to make in-app purchases for virtual items or upgrades. This business model allows Jam City to generate revenue while keeping the games enjoyable for millions of players worldwide. The company stands out from its competitors through its focus on storytelling, data science, and audience insights, which help create engaging gameplay experiences. With nine studios in major cities, Jam City leverages diverse talent to develop some of the highest-grossing mobile games in the industry. The goal of Jam City is to connect people globally through entertaining games that keep players returning.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

Debt Financing

Total Funding

$464M

Headquarters

Culver City, California

Founded

2009

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What believers are saying

  • Partnership with Flexion expands publishing to alternative app stores, increasing market reach.
  • Entry into the MENA market with 'Heroes & Villains' taps into a growing audience.
  • AI-driven tools like PlaiDay enhance creative processes and efficiency.

What critics are saying

  • Layoffs of 10% of workforce may impact creative output and innovation.
  • Increased competition from games like 'DC Worlds Collide' could divert players.
  • Challenges in MENA market entry due to regional dynamics and competition.

What makes Jam City unique

  • Jam City excels in creating narrative-rich games with iconic entertainment brands.
  • The company leverages data science for audience insights and game engagement.
  • Jam City has a global presence with studios in major cities worldwide.

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Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Concierge

Paid Leave

Community

Kin Care

Life Insurance

401(k)

Unlimited PTO

Paid Sick Time

ERGs & STaff

Wellbeing Programs

Volunteer & Charity

Casual Dress

Company Events

Dog-Friendly Offices

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

3%
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