UI Designer
The UI Designer works with various project teams to build prototype user interface designs for usability testing, design review and functionality demonstrations, as well as serve as a knowledge resource for the latest trends and technologies in user interface development.
Responsibilities:
* Work closely with design, art and tech team members to build storyboards, proof-of-concept mockups, demos and prototypes of proposed and planned game features.
* Collaborate in the definition of user interface design standards to optimize ease-of-use and achieve an integrated and consistent look and feel.
* Conduct ongoing research of video game user interface development best practices.
Qualifications:
* 3 years of experience in web design / development, with specific expertise with web-based applications.
* Fluency with web standards and technologies, including: CSS, HTML, JavaScript, JSP, XUL, XAML.
* Strong graphics production capability and experience with Flash, Visio and other mockup tools.
* Experience with methodologies such as Iterative Development, Agile, and Lean.
* Creative approach to problem solving, innovation and issue resolution.
* Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate actively and proactively with others in a cross-functional team.
* Ability to communicate effectively in writing, verbally and as a presenter.
* Self-motivated and self-managed with a high degree of analytical ability and intellectual curiosity.
* Strong attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering flash-based prototypes under tight time constraints.
Note:
- This is a 6-month on-site contract position located in San Mateo, CA.
- Rate will be $40-45/hr
To Apply:
- Please send an updated resume in Word format to
nextgen@ascendientertainment.com
- Place the text -SL-C-UIArt- in the subject line.
- Please provide the date you are available to start
Feel free to check us out online at
http://www.AscendiEntertainment.com
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