3D Level Artist [Beyond Good and Evil 2] (f/m/d)

Job description

About Ubisoft Mainz

The teams at Ubisoft Mainz are engineering some of Ubisoft’s biggest blockbusters. Operating from a historic city in the heart of Germany, the studio develops games pushing the limits of the genre like the acclaimed Anno 1800 and lends decades of expertise to AAA co-development projects like Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege and the upcoming Beyond Good And Evil 2. More information at mainz.ubisoft.com .

Beyond Good & Evil 2 is an action-adventure sci-fi RPG and set in the same universe as Ubisoft’s original cult classic. Join the crew at Ubisoft Mainz and help us create the best possible experience for our players. 
As UI Artist you will work closely with the Lead Artist to define the look and feel of menus and interfaces as well as for graphic elements shown in-game and in cinematics when needed. 

Responsibilities:

 

·  Conceptualize and design HUD + GUI elements, boot-up sequences, loading screens and menus;
·  Research & develop cutting edge styles that push boundaries in graphic design and motion graphics;
·  Create logos and iconography;
·  Be able to clearly communicate ideas in a visual manner, either as sketches, style frames or mock-ups;
·  Design motion graphics for in-game assets and/or pre-rendered movies;
·  Work closely with the UX and Game Design teams to know what type of player experience is expected;
·  Work closely with the programming team in order to implement assets into the game and verify the quality of said graphics once implemented;
·  Discover visual solutions to make the game graphics user-friendly;  
·  Carry out all other related tasks.

What it takes to make it

·  College diploma in graphic design and multimedia or equivalent training or work experience;
·  3+ years’ experience in creating interfaces on a video game or feature film;
·  Experience working in game interfaces on at least 1 AAA game preferred;
·  Be proficient with the Adobe Creative Suite
·  Creativity (originality and resourcefulness when searching for solutions);
·  Observation skills;
·  Ability to work as part of a team;
·  Ability to accept critiques and adapt to change;
·  Sense of initiative.
· 
Experience with UI middleware is a plus.

Artists should enclose a portfolio or link to an online portfolio to their application.

Your benefits: 

·  Flexible working hours
·  External training, education in our in-house guilds and knowledge sharing with other teams
·  Fresh fruits, discounted gym membership, corporate benefits and support for child care
·  Free bike rental or lease your own bike
·  Working in an innovative and international company

We offer a highly motivating challenge for team players interested in showing personal initiative in an innovative and international company. If you are passionate about video games and would like to join an industry leader -  please apply via our career portal. The application should include  your resume, your portfolio, a cover letter including your earliest starting date, expected salary and why you would like to join us.

For further information, please check  https://mainz.ubisoft.com/en/