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Graphical User Interface Artist

Jagex Ltd, developer and publisher of the massively multiplayer online adventure game RuneScape, and minigames portal FunOrb, is looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic GUI Artist to join their graphics team.

The role will involve supporting this highly creative team in the creation of interfaces for several of our games.

• Design, creation and development of excellent and user-friendly interfaces for our products;


• Following direction, briefs and concept design/development procedures;


• Communicating with our dedicated development and graphics teams, ensuring that everyone’s requirements are considered during the creation process;


• Contributing ideas of a graphical nature, but also regarding working practices and procedures;


• Implementing the designed interfaces into our games using Photoshop and in-house software.

• Proficiency producing interfaces and good knowledge of interface theory;


• Good experience using Photoshop and drawing/design skills;


• Ability to demonstrate creative concepts and take art direction;


• Experience of quality control, including a keen eye for detail in all areas, from artwork through to finished piece;


• Positive communicator, with the ability to work with staff from all areas of the company;


• Energetic, enthusiastic, and self-motivated, with a strong work ethic and high level of initiative;


• Art and Design, or equivalent, degree.

• Experience of working on completed and shipped game products;


• Concept art skills and/or product design experience.

Salary £18,000 to £26,000 (negotiable, depending on experience), plus excellent benefits package including annual bonus, private health care, gym membership and more.

LocationCambridge. Candidates must be able to work in Cambridge or relocate if offered the position. Interviews will be held at the Cambridge office.

To apply: To apply for this role, you must first complete a home-based GUI test. The test consists of two downloads: Download 1 (Word document - 375KB) and Download 2 (Zip file - 408 KB). Send your CV with portfolio, completed test, and covering letter to: careers@recruit.jagex.com