Senior UX/UI Designer at Skydance

Austin, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Gaming, Interactive EntertainmentIndustries

Requirements

Strong portfolio showing UI/UX designs for multiple shipped games for a variety of platforms
Experience in Unreal Engine, specifically blueprints and UMG
Strong artistic skills and the ability to create and implement in Unreal Engine
Experience with building UI materials & shaders in Unreal Engine
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to creative and innovative solutions
Able to accept constructive criticism and collaborate effectively with colleagues
A deep understanding of user-centered design principles and best practices
5+ years’ developing a game in a professional setting, with experience developing a multi-platform game from concept to launch
Previous experience as a designer on a game title
Experience providing feedback and guidance to other designers - helping them stay on track and true to the overall vision of the game
Solid grasp of the UI/UX development workflow, able to mentor more junior staff members
Ability to focus, self-task and work without micro-management while adhering to schedules

Responsibilities

Create intuitive and engaging user interfaces for a game product
Develop and implement user interfaces and experiences for games
Develop and maintain UI/UX specifications and style guides
Develop wireframes, prototypes and interactive mock-ups to visualize design concepts
Create AAA quality UI Art, implemented with Unreal Engine
Conduct user research and usability testing to meet our product goals while understanding player needs and preferences
Gather and integrate feedback from playtests and stakeholders to refine design
Create and maintain design documentation, style guides, and design specifications for the development team
Stay up to date with the latest UI/UX trends and best practices in the game industry

Skills

UX Design

UI Design

Figma

Prototyping

Wireframing

Unreal Engine

UMG

Animations

Materials

Design Systems

Style Guides

User Research

Usability Testing

AAA Games

Skydance

Produces films, television, and interactive media

About Skydance

Skydance Media produces a variety of entertainment content, including feature films, television series, and interactive experiences. Their films, such as Mission: Impossible - Fallout and Annihilation, are designed to appeal to global audiences. The company also creates television shows like Grace and Frankie and Jack Ryan, which are available on popular streaming platforms. Skydance Interactive focuses on developing virtual reality experiences, starting with the VR shooter Archangel. Additionally, they have an animation division that collaborates with Ilion Animation Studios to create animated films and series. Skydance differentiates itself from competitors by offering a diverse range of high-quality content across multiple platforms, including films, TV, and VR. The company's goal is to entertain a wide audience by delivering engaging and immersive experiences.

Santa Monica, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2010Year Founded

$656.6MTotal Funding

DEBTCompany Stage

VR & AR, EntertainmentIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Hybrid Work Options

Risks

Regulatory hurdles may delay the Skydance-Paramount merger's strategic benefits.

High-budget productions risk financial loss if revenues fall short.

Increased competition in animation could overshadow Skydance's new projects.

Differentiation

Skydance operates across films, TV, gaming, and animation, offering diversified entertainment.

The company partners with major platforms like Netflix and Amazon for content distribution.

Skydance's animation division collaborates with Ilion Animation Studios for high-end productions.

Upsides

Skydance's merger with Paramount enhances storytelling capabilities and cost efficiency.

The rise of streaming services boosts demand for Skydance's original content.

Growing interest in VR and interactive content aligns with Skydance's strategic focus.

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