Intrepid Studios

Solid understanding of modern UX design principles and the ability to apply them to complex systems. An understanding of human-centered design approaches and an adherence to UI/UX best practices. Proficiency with Photoshop, Illustrator, XD, Sketch, Figma and other visual design or wireframing tools.. Experience with Unreal Engine. The gaming industry can be a turbulent storm of hiring cycles and layoffs.

ux designer

Intrepid Studios is looking for a highly motivated and talented UX Designer to join us here in beautiful Southern California. This role will be a part of the UI Team, working with designers and engineers to create an intuitive and comprehensive UI that helps drive and evolve on the experiences that only Intrepid can provide! This is a great opportunity to unleash your creativity and partner with talented game veterans to craft a unique MMORPG experience that helps bring people together. What you will accomplish: <ul><li>Collaborate with designers, engineers, and artists to define and execute the overall flow/design of Ashes of Creation's UI while maintaining a consistent design language.</li><li>Develop iterative designs based on feedback and requirements.</li><li>Create, improve and utilize wireframes, prototypes, style guides and user flows to effectively communicate your interaction ideas.</li><li>Execute on all visual design stages and coordinate with developers from concept to final implementation.</li><li>Implement systems and menus into the game using modern design best practices and tools.</li><li>Conceptualize ideas that bring simplicity and user friendliness to our systems.</li><li>Create responsive interfaces using predefined components, or by building new components to add to our design systems.</li><li>Efficiently self-manage to balance working independently and with other developers</li><li>Create and document complex systems in a clear manner for others to rely on as a reference and to potentially expand upon. </li></ul>What you bring to the team: <ul><li> A minimum of 3+ years of experience working as a UX Designer with an established portfolio of work.</li><li>Solid understanding of modern UX design principles and the ability to apply them to complex systems</li><li>An understanding of human-centered design approaches and an adherence to UI/UX best practices</li><li>Proficiency with Photoshop, Illustrator, XD, Sketch, Figma and other visual design or wireframing tools.</li><li>A drive to design and evolve Intrepid’s visual language</li><li>A positive, collaborative, and self-motivated mindset that works well with other developers. </li></ul>Extra Awesome: <ul><li>Experience in AAA game development</li><li>Experience conducting user research or analyzing research findings</li><li>Experience with Unreal Engine</li><li>A Passion for making and playing MMO games</li><li>Familiarity with Ashes of Creation</li><li>A portfolio or demo reel that demonstrates a keen eye for detail and the ability to create great user experiences and interfaces. </li></ul>Required Application Materials: <ul><li>Resume & Portfolio</li><li>Cover Letter which should include:</li><ul><li>Relevant information about yourself that demonstrates exceptional ability and goes beyond your resume</li><li>Why you are interested in working at Intrepid</li><li>What games you are currently playing </li></ul></ul>What We Offer: <ul><li>Medical health benefits covered 100% for employee & dependent</li><li>Paid vacation & Sick days</li><li>Company Bonuses</li><li>Company matched 401k</li><li>Fun & creative environment</li><li>Healthy work/life balance</li><li>Free onsite gym </li></ul>Interview Overview: Below you'll find an outline of the interview plan for this role. Please note that while this is what we expect the process to look like; we may ask you for supplemental information or require an additional step before making a final decision. <ul><li>30 min interview with a member of our Talent Team</li><li>60 min interview with the Hiring Manager and Team.</li><li>Final interview with the Executive Team</li><li>References calls & a background check </li></ul>The Legal Bits: We offer competitive pay based on market standards plus a significant annual bonus structure. The base salary for this role is between $66,000 - $99,000, depending on skills and experience. Individual compensation decisions are based on a number of factors, including experience level, skillset, and balancing internal equity relative to peers at the company. We expect the majority of the candidates who are offered roles at our company to fall throughout the range based on these factors. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds, including race, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, to apply for positions. We are an equal opportunity employer and we're committed to a fair and consistent interview process and employer experience. About Us: Founded in 2015, Intrepid Studios is the independent developer and publisher of the upcoming and Most Anticipated MMORPG, Ashes of Creation. Based in beautiful Southern California, Intrepid has assembled a veteran AAA team of tremendous talent and experience in the MMORPG industry. The gaming industry can be a turbulent storm of hiring cycles and layoffs. We’ve set out to do something different, to break this cycle and create an independent studio capable of withstanding the chaos of this industry. We’ve brought on-board a team of professionals that hold a diverse set of skills, and who all share a singular goal: making fun games. The studio is designed to be an open place for collaboration and communication, a place that is conducive to team building and success. Our goal is to build a family that will laugh together, play together, succeed together, and stay together. All posted positions are full-time with generous medical benefit options covered 100% by employer for employees and dependents plus paid vacation & sick days, and 401k with matching. We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Intrepid Studios will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Applicants of all ages, identities, and backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Intrepid Studios will provide reasonable accommodation to employees who have protected disabilities consistent with local law. See more details on your right to work here: This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. See more details here: Note to Recruiters and Placement Agencies: We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered our property and will be processed accordingly. Powered by JazzHR YsUuWIbMaP

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