Visual Concepts - Motion Graphics Artist (Temp) - NBA 2K

Motion Graphic Designer is needed in Novato, United States.

Client: Visual Concepts

Location: Novato, CA

Contract: undefined

Job Description

At Visual Concepts, we believe great games are made by diverse and empowered teams with a shared passion for play. As one of the world’s top game development studios, we have shipped over 100 multi-sku titles to critical acclaim and commercial success. Our teams are independent and entrepreneurial, with studios in Novato, Irvine, Budapest, Shanghai, Austin, Boise, Seoul, and Parksville, Canada. We are committed to artistry and technical innovation, offering top candidates the opportunity to learn and grow with some of the smartest and most creative minds in the industry.

Our Novato studio is looking for a motion graphics artist to contribute to the highly successful NBA2K franchise. This role blends graphic design, animation, and 3D production, focusing on building and implementing animated wipes, overlays, and UI art directly in-game using Maya and proprietary UI tools.

Responsibilities

• Work in Maya and proprietary UI tools to build UI art, animated wipes, and transitions.
• Collaborate closely with a team of UI and Tech Artists to build UI visual design in accordance with the project’s artistic direction.
• Quickly concept, iterate, and produce assets throughout all stages of development from concept to final game assets.
• Collaborate with artists and other dependent departments throughout the production process.

Requirements

• 2+ years working in motion design or user interface designs, ideally for AAA games.
• Generalist proficiency with Autodesk Maya for animation, asset creation, and basic rigging.
• Proven history of working in game engines (Unreal, Unity, or other proprietary engines), design toolsets, and production pipelines.
• Experience with industry-standard 2D graphics applications and prototyping tools used in UI (Photoshop, Illustrator, Figma, etc.).
• Familiarity with expression-based logic and scripting.
• Excellent graphic design skills (design, layout, and typography).
• Ability to take feedback well and collaborate with peers.
• Experience with Perforce.
• A love for games (not just ours!).

Strong Portfolio May Contain

• 3D motion graphics work, preferably created in Maya.
• Sports broadcast-style designs.
• In-engine or real-time examples are a strong plus.

Additional Information

This is a fully remote role that may be based anywhere in the United States. Below are the expected salary and wage ranges for applicants based in locations where the pay transparency law is in effect:

• California: $38p/hr - $50 p/hr.
• New York State (inclusive of New York City): $32p/hr - $46p/hr.
• Washington: $38p/hr - $50 p/hr.
• New Jersey: $32p/hr - $46p/hr.
• British Columbia: CAD $30p/hr - $40p/hr.

Base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. The total compensation package may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.

If hired, the employee will be in an ‘at-will position’, and the company reserves the right to modify base salary, as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation, or benefit program at any time. This is also dependent on individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

To learn more about Visual Concepts and our studio locations, check out our website at www.vcentertainment.com.