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<div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>UI Designer Job Description</b></h1>
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Location: </b>Pune, Maharashtra, India (On-site)</p>
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<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About the Organisation</b></h2>
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This is a growing startup focused on delivering high-quality game art by combining skilled artists with efficient production processes. The team works closely with game studios to ensure smooth collaboration and minimal overhead. Artists are encouraged to grow into well-rounded game professionals who understand the full game-development workflow and how their work affects the final player experience.</p>
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With a strong drive for excellence, the organisation aims to consistently exceed expectations while creating an environment where creativity and learning thrive. The team is led by experienced game art and production professionals who are committed to raising the standards of game art services.</p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Job Summary</b></h1>
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We are looking for a skilled <b>UI/UX Artist</b> who can create intuitive, beautiful, and player-friendly interfaces for mobile and cross-platform game projects. Your work will shape the overall user experience and help make the game easy to navigate, engaging, and visually appealing. You will collaborate closely with designers, developers, and artists to convert gameplay ideas into polished and immersive UI.</p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
What You Will Do</b></h1>
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<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>1. UI Creation &amp; Visual Design</b></h3>
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<li><p>Design high-quality UI components such as menus, HUDs, icons, pop-ups, and buttons that fit the games style.</p>
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<li><p>Maintain a consistent visual language using proper layout, colour, and typography.</p>
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</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>2. Cross-Team Collaboration</b></h3>
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<li><p>Work closely with game designers, developers, and art teams to ensure UI supports gameplay and functions smoothly.</p>
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<li><p>Give feedback on features or mechanics that influence user experience.</p>
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</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>3. UI Animation &amp; Visual Feedback</b></h3>
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<li><p>Create animations and effects for UI elements (e.g., button interactions, loading indicators, notifications) to improve clarity and player feedback.</p>
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</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>4. Style &amp; Consistency</b></h3>
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<li><p>Follow and maintain design guidelines to ensure all UI components look cohesive across the game.</p>
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</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>5. Performance Optimization</b></h3>
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<li><p>Ensure UI assets are optimised for different devices and platforms with attention to resolution, memory usage, and responsiveness.</p>
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</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>6. Research &amp; Quality Improvement</b></h3>
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<li><p>Stay updated with the latest UI/UX trends, tools, and techniques to keep the game experience modern and competitive.</p></li></ul><br>
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</h1><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What We Are Looking For</b></h1>
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<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Skills &amp; Experience</b></h3>
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<ul><li><p>Experience in designing UI for games.</p>
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<ul><li><p>Strong skills in design tools like <b>Adobe Photoshop</b> and <b>Figma</b>.</p>
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<ul><li><p>Deep understanding of user-centred design principles.</p>
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<ul><li><p>Good knowledge of colour theory, typography, layout, and visual hierarchy.</p>
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<ul><li><p>Experience creating wireframes, user flows, mockups, and prototypes.</p>
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<ul><li><p>Experience in mobile or cross-platform UI design is an advantage.</p>
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<ul><li><p>Basic familiarity with game engines (Unity, Unreal) and 3D tools is a plus.</p>
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<ul><li><p>Strong communication and teamwork skills.</p>
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<ul><li><p>A portfolio showing UI and UX design work for games or interactive products.</p></li></ul></div><br>
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</h1><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Why Join</b></h1>
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<div><ul><li><p>Work with a creative, passionate team that values innovation.</p>
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<ul><li><p>Experience the energy and flexibility of a startup environment.</p>
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<ul><li><p>Opportunity to work on diverse game projects with global quality standards.</p>
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<ul><li><p>Freedom to shape your career path and grow your skills.</p>
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<ul><li><p>A flat structure with minimal processes and fast decision-making.</p></li></ul></div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><br>
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<p></p><p><b>Please note: </b>This position is for one of Playdawn's clients, and successful candidates will be hired directly by the client, not by Playdawn.<br>
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<i>Our client is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. They are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and have equal access to opportunities, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. They believe that diversity fuels innovation and creativity, and they strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to shared success.</i></p></div>

Game UI Artist

<div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Art Lead Job Description (AAA Games)</b></h1><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><br>
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Role Overview</b></h2>
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The Art Lead plays a key role in AAA game development by overseeing the visual direction and managing the full art production process. This includes concept art, 2D and 3D assets, animation, and the overall look and feel of the game. The Art Lead guides a team of artists and ensures that all visual elements match the creative vision and meet high-quality standards.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Position Details</b></h2>
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Job Title:</b> Art Lead<br>
<b>Reports To:</b> Associate Art Director / Art Director<br>
<b>Works With:</b> Project Managers, Project Art Leads, Associate Art Directors, Art Directors, Senior Artists, and Artists</p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Key Responsibilities</b></h1>
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<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>1. Team Leadership &amp; Mentorship</b></h3>
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<li><p>Lead, guide, and mentor a team of artists.</p>
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<li><p>Offer feedback, support, and direction to help the team meet artistic and project goals.</p>
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</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>2. Art Direction</b></h3>
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<li><p>Work with creative leaders to define the visual vision of the game.</p>
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<li><p>Shape the style for characters, environments, and overall art direction.</p>
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</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>3. Asset Creation &amp; Oversight</b></h3>
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<li><p>Oversee the production of concept art, 2D/3D assets, animation, and VFX.</p>
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<li><p>Ensure all assets meet both artistic and technical requirements.</p>
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<li><p>Manage multiple art deliverables across projects.</p>
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</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>4. Art Pipeline Management</b></h3>
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<li><p>Build and manage an efficient art production pipeline.</p>
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<li><p>Ensure assets are created, reviewed, optimized, and integrated smoothly.</p>
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</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>5. Cross-Functional Collaboration</b></h3>
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<li><p>Work closely with technical artists, designers, and engineers.</p>
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<li><p>Ensure art assets work correctly inside the game engine and align with gameplay needs.</p>
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</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>6. Quality Control</b></h3>
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<li><p>Set up strong review and quality standards.</p>
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<li><p>Identify visual issues early and ensure consistent quality.</p>
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</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>7. Tools &amp; Process Improvement</b></h3>
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<li><p>Recommend tools, software, and workflows that improve efficiency.</p>
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<li><p>Stay updated on new practices in game art production.</p>
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</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>8. Budget &amp; Timeline Management</b></h3>
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<li><p>Ensure the art team works within project schedules and budget limits.</p>
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<li><p>Track progress and adjust plans when necessary.</p>
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</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>9. Creative Problem-Solving</b></h3>
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<li><p>Work with the team to resolve artistic or technical challenges creatively and effectively.</p>
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</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>10. Documentation</b></h3>
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<li><p>Maintain clear documentation such as style guides, art guidelines, and asset specifications.</p></li></ul><br>
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</h1><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Skills Required</b></h1>
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<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Experience &amp; Technical Skills</b></h3>
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<li><p>8+ years of experience in creating next-gen game art and pipelines.</p>
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<li><p>Strong understanding of human and animal anatomy (for character roles).</p>
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<li><p>At least 3 years of experience reviewing and mentoring artists.</p>
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<li><p>Strong artistic skills with a deep sense of visual storytelling and game aesthetics.</p>
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<li><p>Ability to manage, inspire, and guide a creative team.</p>
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</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Soft Skills</b></h3>
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<li><p>Excellent communication and collaboration skills.</p>
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<li><p>Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.</p>
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<li><p>Ability to adapt to evolving industry tools and technologies.</p></li></ul><br>
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</h1><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Knowledge Required</b></h1>
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<ul><li><p>Bachelor's or Masters degree in Fine Arts, Digital Art, or a related field.</p>
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<li><p>Extensive AAA game development experience supported by a strong portfolio.</p>
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<li><p>Proficiency in industry-standard tools such as Adobe Creative Suite and major 3D modeling/animation software.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Please note</b>: This position is for one of Playdawn's clients, and successful candidates will be hired directly by the client, not by Playdawn.<br>
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<i>Our client is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. They are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and have equal access to opportunities, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. They believe that diversity fuels innovation and creativity, and they strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to shared success.</i></p></div>

Art Lead

<div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Description for Principal Animator</b></h1><br>
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Location:</b> Bengaluru, India<br>
<b>Job Type:</b> Full-Time</p>
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Role Summary</b></h2>
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We are looking for a highly skilled <b>Senior Animator</b> with strong keyframe animation abilities to work on a mobile game. This role involves owning the entire animation vision and quality for the project.</p>
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You will create high-level animations, solve complex technical challenges, and work closely with designers, engineers, and artists to ensure characters look expressive, clear, and impactful in motion.</p><br>
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Your Responsibilities</b></h2>
<ul><li>Manage the full animation pipeline, including rigging, skinning, implementation, and integration inside Unity.</li><li>
Deliver polished and optimized animation content for real-time gameplay.</li><li>
Produce high-quality, stylized keyframe animations for locomotion (walk/run/sprint), combat, interaction, and gameplay actions.</li><li>
Build smooth and natural animation transitions between different states.</li><li>
Define and maintain a unified animation style for all characters and assets.</li>
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<p>Ensure all animations match the visual direction of the project.</p></li><p></p><li>
Implement and optimize animations inside Unity using animation controllers, state machines, and player configuration tools.</li><li>
Work directly with game designers and engineers to support gameplay needs.</li>
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<ul><li><p>Create, update, and maintain character rigs and skin weights.</p>
Integrate costumes and new character models so they animate correctly.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><br>
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<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Skills</b></h2>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Software Expertise</b></h3>
<ul><li><b>Maya &amp; MotionBuilder:</b> Advanced skills for creating stylized animations with modern workflows and tools.</li><li><b>
Unity:</b> Strong understanding of animation controllers, state machines, and how animations function in a game engine.</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Animation Skills</b></h3>
<ul><li>Expert-level understanding of key animation principles: posing, timing, weight, spacing, and strong silhouettes.</li>
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<p>Ability to work efficiently with Maya animation layers.</p>
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</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Technical Skills</b></h3>
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<li><p>Solid experience with <b>rigging and skinning</b> characters.</p></li><p></p><li>
Strong problem-solving abilities for animation integration and engine-related issues.</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Adaptability</b></h3>
<ul><li>Openness to using new tools and AI-based animation software such as <b>Cascadeur, Move AI, DeepMotion</b>, etc.</li>
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<p>Ability to adopt new workflows that improve speed and quality.</p></li></ul><br>
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Please note: </b>This position is for one of Playdawn's clients, and successful candidates will be hired directly by the client, not by Playdawn.</p>
<p><i>
Our client is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. They are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and have equal access to opportunities, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. They believe that diversity fuels innovation and creativity, and they strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to shared success.</i></p></div>

Senior/Principal Animator

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