Lead VFX Artist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Balance hands-on creation of VFX assets while leading a team

• Collaborate closely with the Principal VFX Artist to strategize and produce content

• Supervise and assist external VFX collaborators

• Work alongside Production Management to define and assess project scope

• Partner with Art Directors to establish visual objectives

• Evaluate the work of VFX artists for both aesthetic quality and technical proficiency

• Engage with various disciplines for gameplay and cinematic experiences

• Coordinate with teams to ensure the prompt delivery of VFX assets

• Collaborate with the Tool and Engine team to drive continuous enhancements

• Advocate for and implement new production techniques and optimizations

• Address any concerns regarding workplace behavior

• Lead, mentor, and nurture a team of VFX artists

⛳️ Requirements

• Proficient in Houdini and Maya at an advanced level

• Skills in 3D modeling and procedural modeling

• Comprehensive knowledge of contemporary game engines and editors (e.g., Unreal, Unity)

• Skilled in real-time particle-editing tools and VFX systems (e.g., Unreal’s Niagara)

• Advanced comprehension of intricate node-based shader networks

• Familiarity with game scripting and/or node-based frameworks

• Strong understanding of technical scripting, programming, and expressions

• Proficient in Photoshop for texture creation and editing

• Knowledge of software for procedural texture generation

• Solid understanding of the Microsoft Office Suite

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Matching 401(k)

• Paid time off

• Wellness program

• Employee discounts on Sony products

• Bonus package