[Remote] Contract UI/UX Designer - Video Games

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Mob Entertainment is a startup multimedia studio known for its hit indie horror game "Poppy Playtime". They are seeking a Contract UI/UX Designer who will be responsible for creating intuitive and visually striking user interfaces that enhance player engagement and usability in their games.ResponsibilitiesDesign intuitive and engaging user experiences that improve player engagement and ease of use, including player flows, wireframes, and interaction modelsPrototype UI/UX solutions to test usability and player experienceEnsure UI readability, accessibility, and responsiveness across platformsCreate high-quality UI visuals that align with the game’s tone, style, and horror atmosphereDesign clear and effective icons, symbols, and visual indicators to help players understand game mechanics, objectives, and feedbackOwn the design of complex, high-impact UI systems such as HUD, inventory management, and other in-game interfacesDrive the UI design workflow from wireframing and prototyping to creating art assets and supporting in implementationWork closely with game designers, programmers, and other team members to ensure that the UI/UX design is in harmony with the overall vision and mechanics of the gameCreate and maintain UI style guides, component libraries, and documentationSkillsMUST HAVE VIDEO GAME EXPERIENCE3+ years of experience in UI/UX design or UI art for games or interactive mediaStrong portfolio demonstrating both UX thinking and high-quality visual UI workExperience designing for games, including HUDs, menus, and interactive systemsProficiency in design tools such as Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator, or similarUnderstanding of usability, player psychology, and interaction design principlesExperience implementing UI in a game engine (Unreal Engine preferred)Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across disciplinesDetail-oriented with a strong sense of visual hierarchy, typography, and layoutExperience working on horror or atmospheric gamesMotion design or UI animation skillsFamiliarity with Unreal Engine UMG and BlueprintsBasic scripting or technical implementation knowledgeExperience with live games or iterative UX improvements based on player feedbackUnderstanding of accessibility standards in gamesCompany OverviewMob Entertainment is a gaming studio company that creates 3D animations and videogames. It was founded in 2015, and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://www.mobentertainment.com .