Senior UI Artist

2K • Burnaby • 2w ago

WHO WE ARE

Founded in 2023, 2K Sports Lab is the newest stand alone studio at 2K looking to push game development boundaries to bring 2K's next groundbreaking sports franchise to life. We're building a world-class team at our new Vancouver, BC location where our goal is to deliver an exceptional experience through bold ideas, technical excellence, and creative collaboration. We're seeking passionate and driven professionals across all areas of game development to help shape this ambitious vision. If you’re interested in tackling unique challenges and think you have what it takes to level up our team, we encourage you to apply!

WHAT WE NEED

Do you see UI as more than menus and icons—as a core part of a game’s identity and experience?

Seeking for a Senior UI Artist who combines craft, clarity, and collaboration. In this role, you’ll help craft the visual language of our interface from wireframes to polished in-game assets - while collaborating with other artists, designers, and engineers.

This is a hands-on role passionate about building sophisticated, intuitive UI that improves gameplay without getting in the way.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Help defines the game’s UI style in partnership with the Art Director and Design team.
Translate wireframes and systems into refined, visually cohesive interfaces.
Build final assets, motion graphics, iconography, and mockups that balance form and function.
Collaborate with designers to support gameplay flows and reinforce player understanding.
Implement assets in Unreal Engine (UMG), working closely with engineers on integration and performance.
Work with Technical Artists to tackle in-engine visual or implementation issues.
Stay informed on trends in games, apps, and visual design to encourage fresh solutions.
Provide feedback, chip in to reviews, and help maintain visual consistency across the UI.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Experience shipping at least one AAA game or equivalent project.
Strong portfolio showing a range of UI work—especially where usability and style align.
Skilled in Photoshop, Illustrator, and After Effects (or equivalent) for UI asset creation and motion design.
Comfortable working across teams - Design, Art, Engineering -to bring ideas to life.
Strong communicator who gives and receives feedback with clarity and respect.
Familiarity with Figma or other prototyping tools is a plus.
Deep curiosity about games and a thoughtful approach to how UI supports the player experience.

The pay range for this position in British Columbia at the start of employment is expected to be between CAD $75,700 and CAD $112,060 per year. However, actual pay offered is based on market location and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. If hired, the company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities are provided suitable accommodations to enjoy equal employment opportunities, including the ability to participate in the job application or interview process,. Please contact us if you need an accommodation as part of your application process or otherwise have questions about the Company’s accommodation policy and review process.

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