User Interface Artist - Unannounced Title

Blizzard Entertainment is looking for an individual to assist in the conceptualization and implementation of a unique user interface for an unannounced online multiplayer game. The ideal candidate will possess outstanding aesthetic design, illustration, and animation skills and an innate understanding of intuitive human interface principles. This is an innovative concept requiring a creative approach that breaks new ground in playability and presentation. Blizzard Entertainment offers a fun, creative, and technically challenging environment with excellent compensation and a full range of benefits.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the design and technology teams to conceptualize and prototype interface functionality, look, and feel.
• Apply and maintain a consistent production design throughout the interface.
• Research and reference successful interface designs from all fields.
• Maintain familiarity with the game's design, for both the live product and for all ongoing expansions.
• Provide artwork as needed to support team-wide project communication and vision.

• Successful background in innovative and intuitive user interface design
• Expert experience with Adobe Photoshop illustration and painting
• Strong experience with Adobe Flash illustration and 2D animation
• Strong traditional 2D sketching and animation skills
• Ability to enjoy iterating and brainstorming within a team environment of various disciplines
• Ability to adapt artistic style as needed by the project

• 3D modeling, texturing, and animation capabilities
• Somatic interface design experience

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No calls or follow-up emails, please. This is a full-time position in Irvine, California.