As the Lead UI Artist at BARB, you will be responsible for driving the visual direction and artistic quality of our game user interfaces. Leveraging your extensive experience in UI/UX design and expertise in Unreal Editor, you will lead a team of talented UI artists to create captivating and intuitive UI experiences that enhance gameplay and immersion.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the UI/UX design process from concept to implementation, collaborating closely with Art Directors, Designers and Engineers to ensure alignment with the overall artistic vision and gameplay goals.
• Provide creative direction and guidance to the UI art team, inspiring excellence and fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Define and maintain visual standards and style guidelines for UI elements, ensuring consistency and coherence across all aspects of the user interface.
• Mentor and develop UI artists, providing feedback, guidance, and support to help them grow and excel in their roles.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and address UI design challenges, iterating on designs based on feedback and usability testing.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in UI/UX design, incorporating innovative solutions and techniques into your work to push the boundaries of interactive entertainment.

Requirements:

• Extensive experience in UI/UX design for video games, seeing at least one AAA title through full development in a leadership or lead role.
• Extensive experience with Unreal Editor and a deep understanding of its UI/UX development tools and workflows.
• Exceptional artistic and design skills, with a strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of UI design projects and a keen eye for detail.
• Proven leadership and team management abilities, with a track record of inspiring and motivating teams to achieve excellence.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively convey ideas and feedback to cross-functional teams.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with a focus on driving solutions that enhance player experience and engagement.
• Passion for gaming and a deep understanding of player psychology and player-centred design principles.