Senior UI Artist
TLDR
Own end-to-end UI features from concept to in-game polish for a PC/Console title, collaborating with design and engineering teams to drive visual quality.
At Turtle Rock, we make the games we want to play. We're dedicated to providing a collaborative environment where our team members feel empowered with the creative freedom to contribute and grow. While we are based in Orange County, CA, we support flexible work arrangements ranging from in-studio, hybrid, to fully remote throughout North America. Join our award-winning game development team and help create our next hit title.
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior UI Artist to join our team and help deliver world-class user interfaces for a PC/Console game. This role is ideal for an artist with exceptional graphic design, visual communication and implementation skills who can take ownership of UI features from concept through final in game polish.
The Senior UI Artist will collaborate closely with Art Directors, UI/UX Designers, Engineers, Game Designers and UI Tech Artists to make sure features meet both visual and usability goals. This position reports to the UX/UI Director.
Responsibilities
- Own assigned UI features from concept through final in-game implementation, driving visual quality and polish throughout development
- Create high-quality UI art, including HUDs, menus, icons, motion graphics, and supporting visual elements
- Define and champion visual solutions that align with the game's artistic direction and player experience goals
- Implement, review, polish and iterate UI assets directly in Unreal Engine 5 (UMG), validating readability, animation and final presentation quality
- Proactively identify opportunities to improve visual quality, hierarchy, usability, consistency and player experience
- Partner closely with UI Tech Art and Engineering to integrate assets, support animation and motion and resolve implementation challenges
- Drive visual consistency across features by maintaining style guides, asset libraries and established UI patterns
- Deliver work that reaches a shippable quality bar with strong self review, attention to detail and minimal corrective feedback
- Balance visual quality, technical constraints and production realities
- Mentor other UI artists through feedback, collaboration, and best practices
- Participate in playtests and iteration cycles to improve usability and visual quality
Requirements
- 5+ years of professional UI Art experience in game development, with at least one shipped AAA title
- Portfolio demonstrating exceptional graphic design, iconography, typography, composition, color theory, and motion design skills
- Strong illustration and paint-over skills with a refined artistic eye
- Strong experience implementing, reviewing and polishing UI directly in Unreal Engine 5, including UMG workflows
- Advanced proficiency in Photoshop and experience with motion graphics tools such as After Effects
- Working knowledge of Figma or similar UI/UX design tools
- Strong understanding of UX principles and player-centered design
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
- Shooter games experience is a plus
- Experience creating UI animations, VFX, or motion graphics
- Experience collaborating with UI Tech Artists to bring UI features to final in game quality
- Experience shipping live-service, multiplayer, or action games
Benefits
Some of the benefits and perks our employees get to enjoy, include:
- 100% Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage for you and your family
- Retirement Savings Plan Matching
- Career Improvement Plan
- Flexible Work Arrangements - In-House, Hybrid, and Remote
- Generous Time Off Policy
- Company Events - In-Person + Virtual Events
- Fully Stocked Kitchen + Sponsored Food Trucks
The estimated base pay range for this role is: $105,000 - $150,000 USD
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Benefits
Equity Compensation
Retirement Savings Plan Matching
Free Meals & Snacks
Fully Stocked Kitchen + Sponsored Food Trucks
Health Insurance
100% Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage for you and your family
Learning Budget
Career Improvement Plan
company events
Company Events - In-Person + Virtual Events
Paid Time Off
Generous Time Off Policy
Remote-Friendly
Flexible Work Arrangements - In-House, Hybrid, and Remote
Turtle Rock Studios develops immersive and engaging video games, focusing on creating experiences that resonate with players. Our team is designed for collaboration, fostering a culture where creativity thrives and every voice can shape our projects.