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Sanwal A.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

$20/hr
4.8
54 jobs

Game UI/UX Designer & Visual Branding Specialist Top Rated · 10+ Years · Game Industry I help game studios and developers bridge the gap between complex mechanics and intuitive, AAA-quality visuals — from the first HUD wireframe to the promotional poster that drives downloads. 10+ Years in Game Industry 2000+ Projects Shipped AAA Visual Standard PC · Mobile · Web3 · PlayStation Platforms Covered With over 10 years of dedicated experience in the game industry, I specialise in creating cohesive visual ecosystems — from the first UX wireframe to the final promotional campaign that converts viewers into players. Whether you're building a Web3 / NFT title, a casual mobile game, or a hardcore PC experience, I deliver visuals that feel native to your world and intentional in every pixel. I don't just make assets — I build visual languages. Your in-game HUD, your App Store icon, and your Steam capsule art will speak the same design dialect, creating brand consistency that players recognise and trust before they ever press Start. Having worked across PC, console, mobile, and Web3 game projects, I understand technical constraints, platform guidelines, and the business reality of shipping on time. My workflow blends UX research, interactive prototyping, and AI-accelerated concepting (Midjourney, Stable Diffusion) to hit creative milestones faster — without sacrificing craft on the final deliverable. Player-Centric UI/UX: UX research, user flows, wireframing, and interactive prototyping in Figma. Players never feel lost. Premium Game Graphics: 2D assets, HUDs, icons, splash screens — a consistent art style that breathes life into your world. Game Branding & Promo: Store capsules, promotional posters, social ads — visuals designed to convert viewers into players. AI-Enhanced Workflow: Midjourney & Stable Diffusion for rapid concepting — 100% polished and original final delivery. Game UI / UX Design: Game HUDs, Main Menus, Pause Screens, Map Systems, Loading Screens, Inventory UI, Skill Trees, Dialogue UI, User Flows, Wireframing, Interactive Prototypes, UI Redesign, Mobile UI & Web3 UI Game Art & Graphics: 2D Game Assets, Vector Graphics, Sprite Sheets, Icon Design, Splash Screens, Loading Screens, NFT Artwork, Concept Art, Character Art (2D), Environment Frames, UI Illustration Game Branding: Game Logo Design, Brand Identity, Style Guides, Font Selection, Colour Systems, World-Building Art, Art Direction, Visual Language Marketing & Promotion: Steam Capsule Art, App Store Graphics, Promo Posters, Social Media Ads, Banner Ads, Storefront Creatives, Kickstarter Graphics, Press Kit Design, Trailer Frames Software & Tech Stack: 🖌 Photoshop Compositing · Art ✏️ Illustrator Vector · Icons 📐 Figma UI · Prototyping 🎮 Unity UI Implementation 🌟 After Effects UI Animation 🤖 Midjourney AI Concepting 🔥 Stable Diffusion AI Workflow 🎨 Affinity Design · Photo Why Work with Me: ✦ Consistency Your in-game UI and social media marketing speak the same visual language — always. ✦ 10+ Years of Expertise I understand game technical constraints, platform specs, and player psychology — deeply. ✦ Deadline Reliability Clear milestones, proactive communication, and professional art direction on every project. ✦ Full-Spectrum Delivery from UX wireframes to finished promo posters — one creative partner for your whole pipeline. Keywords & Specialisations: Game UI/UX Designer, Art Director, Mobile Game Interface, Game HUD Design, 2D Game Assets, Game Promo Artist, Social Media Graphics, Unity UI, Web3 Game Design, NFT Game Art, Casual Game Art, Vector Graphics, Interactive Prototyping, Figma UI, Splash Screen Design, Game Marketing Materials, Steam Capsule Art, App Store Graphics, Game Branding, Game Logo Design, PC Game Design, Game Style Guide, Hardcore Game UI, Game Press Kit & UX Research 📌 Note: Every project is unique. To ensure the highest quality and prevent cancellations, please message me for a brief consultation before placing an order. Final pricing and timelines are tailored to your specific scope and requirements.

  • Game Design
  • Game UI/UX Design
  • Graphic Design
  • Video Game
  • Game
  • Game Art
  • User Experience Design
  • User Interface Design
  • Mobile Game
  • PC Game
  • 2D Game Art
  • UIKit
  • UI Graphics
  • UI/UX Prototyping
  • UI Animation
  • GUI Design
  • Figma
  • Game Design Document
  • UX & UI
  • UX & UI Design
Mohammad K.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

$35/hr
5.0
26 jobs

🚀 Helping studios and Developers create high-quality 3D characters and assets 🎨 I’m a 3D Character Artist with experience in building production-ready assets for mobile apps, games, and interactive experiences — from stylized characters to hyper-realistic humans. 💪 8+ years in 3D design industry ✅ 50+ character projects (games, mobile apps, real-time avatars, animations) ✅ 40+ Assets and Props projects 🎯 Lead 3D artist on 6+ large-scale projects 🔷 Specialized in stylized & realistic characters, fully rigged and production-ready 🔶 Strong experience with game, animation, and real-time avatar systems with facial rigging & lip sync 🤖 I specialize in: - 3D Character Creation (Stylized & Realistic) - Real-Time Lip Sync & Facial Setup (Visemes / ARKit/ Audio2Face) - Rigging and Animation (Game Animation, Game-Ready Rigs, Character Animation) - Modeling (Weapon, Vehicle, Props, Characters, Outfits) - Texturing and Material Setup (PBR Texturing, Unwrapping, Baking) - Game & Mobile Optimized Assets (Low poly + High quality) - Cinematic Animation and Rendering 🛠️ Tools & Pipeline - Blender - Zbrush - Character Creator 5 - iClone 8 - Metahuman - Substance Painter - Autodesk 3ds Max - Marvelous Designer - Unreal Engine - Unity - Adobe Photoshop - Cascadeur If you’re building a game, mobile app, or interactive experience and need high-quality work, I can help. 🟢 Available for both short-term projects and long-term collaboration. 3D Character | Character Artist | Game Assets | Mobile Game | Real Time Assets | Unity3D | UnrealEngine | Lip Sync | ARKit | Optimized Assets | Stylized Character | Game Pipeline | 3D Animation | Cinematic Renders | CC5 | Blender | UE5 | WebGL

  • Animation
  • Character Design
  • 3D Design
  • 3D Modeling
  • Unreal Engine
  • NFT Character
  • Autodesk 3ds Max
  • 3D Animation
  • Pixologic Zbrush
  • Blender
  • 3D Game Art
  • Game Asset
  • Metaverse
  • 3D Avatar
  • 3D Product Rendering
Balaji S.

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

$20/hr
5.0
3 jobs

I'm a Level Designer with 3 years of professional experience creating gameplay spaces, routes, and worlds in Unreal Engine, Unity, and UEFN. At My Whoosh, I designed and implemented large-scale cycling worlds and routes, including Arabia, AlUla, Colombia, Belgium, and MyWhoosh World. I also contributed to one of the key routes used in the UCI eSports World Championship, working closely with artists, programmers, and designers to create engaging player experiences. Beyond professional work, I've collaborated with creators on multiple UEFN projects and continue to develop my own games in Unity. My current project is a 2.5D platformer inspired by classic games like Bounce, where I'm responsible for everything from level design and gameplay systems to tools development. To improve my workflow, I even built a custom 3D tilemap editor for rapid level creation and iteration. My strengths include: Level layout and player flow Environmental storytelling Exploration and progression design Open-world and route design Gameplay blockouts and greyboxing Unreal Engine 4/5 UEFN (Unreal Editor for Fortnite) Unity Rapid prototyping and iteration Level design documentation and pipelines I enjoy creating levels that guide players naturally through space while encouraging exploration, discovery, and meaningful decision-making. My design approach is heavily influenced by atmosphere, lighting, pacing, and the relationship between environment and gameplay.

  • Game Design
  • Level Design
  • Game Design Document
Muhammet Ali C.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

$35/hr
4.1
6 jobs

Hello! I'm Muhammet, a 2D Game Artist and Animator with 10+ years of experience creating polished visuals for mobile games and iGaming projects. I create stylized, casual, and mid‑core art that stays clean, appealing, and easy to read. What I deliver: * High‑quality 2D illustrations, game assets and concept art (stylized, casual, mid‑core) * Smooth, expressive animations using Spine2D, After Effects, Rive, and Unity * UI/UX assets, icons, and moodboards designed in Figma * Fast iteration using AI tools while maintaining consistent art direction * Light 3D support in Blender for blockouts, lighting reference, and simple models Why clients work with me: * Clear communication and reliable delivery * Ability to match or define a strong art style * Experience working with teams, pipelines, and production deadlines If you’re building a game and need professional 2D art or animation that elevates your project, I’d be happy to help bring your vision to life.

  • Game Design
  • Animation
  • Character Design
  • Graphic Design
  • Unity
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • 2D Design
  • User Interface Design
  • Game Art
  • Digital Painting
  • Illustration
  • Spine 2D
  • 2D Game Art
  • 2D Illustration
  • iGaming
Husen M.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

$30/hr
5.0
3 jobs

I’m a Game Designer and Developer with strong expertise in both Unity and Unreal Engine, focused on building immersive gameplay systems and optimized game environments. I bring a balance of programming skills and creative design, delivering polished, high-performance experiences across platforms. Proficient in Unity (C#) and Unreal Engine (Blueprints & C++), with experience in single-player and multiplayer mechanics. Skilled in gameplay programming, movement systems, AI, combat, targeting, UI/UX, and input systems. Experienced in 3D modeling, environment design, Niagara FX, sound integration, and cinematic sequencing. Focused on performance optimization, including memory management, LODs, level streaming, and platform-specific tuning. Collaborative, detail-driven, and capable of owning systems from concept through launch.

  • Game Design
  • Animation
  • Game Development
  • Unity
  • Unreal Engine
  • Game Art
  • C#
  • Autodesk 3ds Max
  • Autodesk Maya
  • Substance Painter
  • Game Asset
  • Game Development Bug Fix
Tasawar A.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

$11/hr
4.5
69 jobs

7+ years of experience in iPhone and Android Games and Apps design, I have worked on 200+ projects so far, different platforms. Top-Rated Game Artist and UI/UX designer, specialize in Mobile games design 2D and 3D both. Skills: ✅ UI/UX Design and Art 🎨 Illustration 🖌 2D Game Artwork: 👩‍🎨 Concept Art 👸 Character Design 🏞 Background/Environment Art 💫 Promotional Art design ⚔ Game Assets design I've been working on various art projects creating game graphics, illustrations, and UI/UX designs for different platforms. I pay attention to every detail and always try to deliver my best. I'm always open to discuss the Project concept, Brainstorming, and communication. I work efficiently meeting projects deadlines and agreements. I have also worked on App/ web designing including WordPress themes, Php responsive designs.etc OTHER EXPERTISE Logo, Icon, Banners, Business Cards, Pamphlets, Brochures, Online Advertisements, etc I am seeking new opportunities to serve the best as much as possible.

  • Game Design
  • Character Design
  • Unity
  • Illustration
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • User Interface Design
  • Puzzle
  • UI/UX Prototyping
  • Game Asset
  • Game
  • 2D Game Art
  • 2D Design
  • iPhone UI Design
  • Game Art
  • Software Design

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