UI Artist

Alpaka Games is a self-publisher mobile game studio. We're combining creativity and agility to build top-quality games in the hybrid-casual action space. Our goal is to create innovative game experiences that stand out, blending unique mechanics with seamless production.

• Creative Visionary – You dream in game mechanics, immersive worlds, and stories.
• Business-Minded Gamer – You balance creativity with data, core mechanics, and industry insights.
• Player-First Mindset – You design experiences that players love and return to.
• Proactive – You anticipate challenges, take initiative, and strive for improvement.
• Fun Team Enthusiast – You bring positivity to game design and teamwork.

• Lead UI/UX art direction – Define and maintain a cohesive, visually compelling style.
• Reference UIs: Survivor.IO, Archero, Zombie Waves 
• Design user-friendly elements – Create menus, buttons, icons, and HUDs for mobile games.
• Collaborate effectively – Work with other game artists and developers to align visuals with project vision.
• Develop mockups and prototypes – Communicate design ideas clearly.
• UI Atlas management – Maintain a cohesive library of UI assets for consistency.
• Optimize assets – Ensure performance and scalability across devices.
• Leverage AI tools – Integrate advancements to enhance 2D asset creation.

• 2D artist experience – Proven track record in mobile game development.
• Digital illustration skills – Proficient in Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Procreate.
• Unity expertise – Skilled in integrating and optimizing 2D assets on Unity
• UI/UX design – Experienced in creating UI elements for mobile games.
• AI knowledge – Advanced understanding and use of AI tools for 2D asset creation.
• Strong portfolio – Demonstrates 2D artwork, including characters, environments, props, and UI designs.
• Team player – Excellent collaboration and communication skills.

• 2D animation – Familiar with Spine, After Effects, or Unity Animator.

• Be part of a startup where your ideas matter and contribute directly to our success.
• Work with a talented, experienced team that’s obsessed with making innovative games.
• Enjoy a culture that encourages creativity, collaboration, and fun.
• Competitive salary, stock options, employee benefits and opportunities for career growth.

This position will require a case-study during the final stage of the hiring process.