pbThis position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a 2D UI Artist based in Italy. /b /ppAs a Freelance 2D UI Artist, you will help shape polished and engaging visual experiences for ambitious upcoming games.br/You will specialize in creating high-quality game icons, small props, and other 2D interface assets that remain clear and compelling at small sizes.br/Your work will span the full creative pipeline, from initial sketches and visual exploration through rendering, optimization, and engine integration.br/You will play a key role in maintaining a cohesive visual language, ensuring consistency in style, colour, hierarchy, and readability across the interface.br/Working closely with UX, game design, and UI teams, you will refine assets based on playtesting insights and player feedback.br/You will also contribute to the technical implementation of UI artwork within Unreal Engine 5.br/This is an exciting opportunity to join a fully remote, international game development environment and contribute to high-profile gaming experiences. /ppbAccountabilities /b /pulliDesign and render high-quality 2D game icons representing items, weapons, abilities, resources, and other gameplay elements. /liliTake artwork through the complete production pipeline, from rough thumbnail concepts and visual exploration to polished, production-ready assets. /liliEnsure final artwork consistently meets high visual-quality and fidelity standards. /liliFollow established art direction, visual guidelines, colour palettes, and style references across all UI assets. /liliMaintain strong visual hierarchy and consistency throughout the game's iconography and interface. /liliExport, optimize, and prepare 2D assets for use within the game engine. /liliIntegrate finalized assets directly into Unreal Engine 5,
including appropriate setup and implementation. /liliManage sprite sheets, UI layouts, texture compression, and other technical considerations to ensure efficient in-game performance. /liliCollaborate closely with UX designers, game designers, and UI leadership to deliver clear and effective interface artwork. /liliIterate on icons and other UI assets based on internal playtesting results, usability insights, and player feedback. /liliIdentify opportunities to improve visual clarity and readability while preserving the intended artistic direction. /li /ulh3Requirements /h3ulliAt least 3 years of professional experience as a 2D Artist or UI Artist, with a focus on game iconography, small props, or comparable assets. /liliAdvanced proficiency in digital art and painting software such as Adobe Photoshop, Affinity, Procreate, or similar tools. /liliStrong understanding of rendering, colour theory, composition, visual hierarchy, and designing artwork that remains readable at small UI sizes. /liliSolid technical understanding of game UI production, including sprite sheets, asset optimization, texture compression, and engine implementation. /liliExperience working with Unreal Engine is highly desirable. /liliDemonstrated ability to work within established visual styles and consistently match art direction across a range of assets. /liliStrong portfolio showcasing professional-quality game UI artwork, iconography, rendering skills, and stylistic versatility.
/liliAbility to collaborate effectively with designers and artists, incorporate feedback, and iterate quickly. /liliStrong attention to detail and a commitment to producing polished, production-ready work. /liliAbility to work independently in a fully remote environment and manage priorities within flexible working arrangements. /liliAvailability to start immediately and commit to a four-month freelance engagement. /liliAbility to work during core collaboration hours of approximately 10:00–16:00 CET. /li /ulh3Benefits /h3ulliFour-month freelance contract with an immediate start. /liliFully remote position, allowing you to work from Romania while collaborating with an international team. /liliFlexible working schedule, with core collaboration hours from 10:00 to 16:00 CET. /liliOpportunity to contribute to ambitious, high-profile gaming projects with major releases planned across the coming years. /liliExposure to modern game development technologies and workflows, including Unreal Engine 5. /liliOpportunity to collaborate with experienced professionals across art, UX, game design, and UI disciplines. /liliInternational and inclusive working environment that welcomes people from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. /liliOpportunity to contribute to visually distinctive gaming experiences reaching players worldwide. /li /ulpbData Privacy Notice: /b By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr
📌 2D UI Artist (Italia)
🏢 Lever
📍 Italia