Lead UI Artist

Job Description:

CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a Lead UI Artist to bring immersive and visually striking user interfaces to life in Cyberpunk 2. As a Lead UI Artist, you will play an important role in defining and maintaining the visual language of our UI, ensuring it not only fits the Cyberpunk aesthetic but also enhances gameplay and player immersion.

Daily responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and inspire the UI art team, providing feedback and guidance to ensure artistic quality and professional growth.
• Collaborate with UI designers, artists, and the Art Director to create a visually cohesive, user-centered UI that amplifies the Cyberpunk aesthetic.
• Establish and maintain a clear visual language that complements the game's core design and narrative direction.
• Ensure consistency and quality of the UI art style across all aspects of the game.
• Partner with directors and Production to plan, prioritize, and track UI work, ensuring timely delivery at the expected quality.

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience as a UI artist in the games industry, including at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in crafting UI for AAA titles and maintaining a cohesive art style.
• Proficiency in Adobe Suite, Figma or other relevant software.
• Strong artistic sense, with the ability to balance creative, stylized aesthetics and user-centered functionality.
• Experience leading and mentoring other artists, with excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated experience to adapt design principles to create unique, recognizable UI that reflects the cyberpunk theme.
• Proficiency in typography, color theory, and layout.
• Ability to deliver and receive feedback in a productive and accountable manner.