Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Companion Group is a AAA co-development gaming studio known for its expertise in multiplayer game development. They are seeking a UI/UX Artist & Designer to work on an Unreal Engine 5 game project, focusing on creating accessible and user-friendly interfaces for Nintendo Switch.
Responsibilities
• Design and implement intuitive UI layouts, menus, and HUD elements in Unreal Engine 5
• Create UX flows that prioritise clarity, usability, and accessibility for a wide range of players
• Follow the given art direction and expend upon its visual identity of the game’s interface, including iconography, typography, and graphic elements
• Collaborate with game designers, artists, and engineers to ensure UI/UX integrates seamlessly with gameplay systems
• Develop accessibility features such as scalable text, colorblind-safe palettes, control remapping, and audio/visual cues
• Produce wireframes, prototypes, and style guides for consistent design and art direction
• Optimise UI for performance across platforms without sacrificing clarity or accessibility
• Stay current on accessibility standards, best practices, and evolving player needs
Skills
• Proven experience designing UI/UX for games, ideally in Unreal Engine 5
• Experience level suited for intermediate to senior roles
• Strong portfolio showcasing interface design, visual polish, and player-centric workflows
• Knowledge of Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG and Nintendo accessibility standards for Switch)
• Ability to translate complex gameplay systems into clear, usable interfaces
• Strong graphic design fundamentals: composition, typography, hierarchy, spacing
• Can deliver polished, game-ready elements showcasing strong illustrative instincts (Icon sets, etc.)
• Proficiency in design tools (e.g., Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator) and Unreal UMG/Slate
• Strong collaboration and communication skills across disciplines, time zones, and cultures in a small, fast-paced team
• Experience with motion design or animation for UI transitions
• Familiarity with localisation and supporting multiple languages
• Knowledge of player research, usability testing, and iterative design
Benefits
• A competitive salary.
• A clear career progression path with opportunities for growth and recognition.
• Fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere.
• Access to mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals in the gaming industry.
• Be part of a passionate and dynamic team working on exciting, boundary-pushing projects.
Company Overview
• Companion is a remote multiplayer game development studio founded in 2022. Headquartered in London and with a presence across the Americas and Europe. It was founded in 2022, and is headquartered in London, England, GB, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://companiongroup.io.
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