2D UI Artist - Freelance
CI Games · London, GB ·
- Employment
- Contract
- Category
- Design
- Experience
- 3+ years
Freelance 2D UI Artist for CI Games: designs and renders high-quality game icons (items, weapons, abilities), maintains art style consistency, and exports/integrates 2D UI assets directly into Unreal Engine 5. Remote, 4-month contract with core hours 10am-4pm CET, collaborating with UX and game designers.
Join CI Games and be part of shaping the future of gaming. As we embark on an ambitious strategic roadmap with major releases planned for 2026-2028, we're seeking a talented and dedicated Freelance 2D UI Artist to help us create ground-breaking experiences that captivate players worldwide.
Key Deliverables:
Icon Creation
Design and render high-quality game icons including items, weapons, abilities, and resources.
Take assets through the full pipeline, from rough thumbnail sketches to final polished art.
Ensure all final deliverables meet the project's high-fidelity benchmarks.
Art Style Consistency
Match and maintain established art guidelines and colour palettes.
Uphold the visual hierarchy across all user interface elements.
Ensure absolute cohesion across all in-game iconography.
UI Integration Support
Export and optimize all 2D assets for engine use.
Set up and integrate all final assets directly into Unreal Engine 5.
Manage sprite sheets, UI layouts, and texture compression effectively.
Cross-Team Collaboration
Work closely alongside UX designers, game designers, and the UI Lead.
Iterate and refine icon clarity based on internal playtesting data.
Incorporate player feedback to continuously improve UI readability.
Key Requirements:
3+ years of professional experience as a 2D artist or UI artist specializing in game iconography and small props.
Advanced proficiency in digital painting tools like Adobe Photoshop, Affinity, Procreate or similar.
Strong technical knowledge, including an understanding of sprite sheets, UI optimization, texture compression, and engine implementation (Unreal Engine experience is preferential).
A targeted portfolio demonstrating strong fundamental rendering skills, colour theory, readability at small UI sizes, and the ability to adhere to various distinct art styles.
What we offer:
4 months freelance contract with immediate start
Remote work with flexible schedules (core working hours 10am-4pm CET), allowing you to work alongside talented individuals from around the world.
An opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and stay at the forefront of the gaming industry.
A diverse and inclusive workplace that celebrates all backgrounds, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or social status.