VFX Artist – Mid/Senior

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

📋 Description

• Develop and execute top-notch visual effects for gameplay, environments, characters, and cinematic sequences.

• Construct and integrate VFX within Unreal Engine 5 utilizing Niagara, particle systems, shaders, Blueprints, materials, and mesh effects.

• Generate environmental, atmospheric, character ability, gameplay, and cinematic effects.

• Collaborate with artists, designers, audio teams, and other development disciplines.

• Refine effects in conjunction with leadership and colleagues based on feedback and project requirements.

• Maintain a balance between visual quality and real-time performance standards.

• Diagnose and enhance VFX within the game environment.

• Engage in team evaluations and both provide and receive constructive feedback.

• Adjust VFX tasks in line with evolving project demands and production requirements.

⛳️ Requirements

• Mid-Level: 2–5+ years of professional experience in creating VFX for games or equivalent experience.

• Senior Level: 5+ years of professional experience in creating VFX for games or equivalent experience.

• Proven experience in creating and implementing real-time VFX in Unreal Engine 5.

• In-depth knowledge of Niagara, particle systems, shaders, materials, Blueprints, and mesh-based effects.

• Experience in producing environmental, gameplay, character ability, and/or cinematic effects.

• Proficient with Photoshop and 3D Studio Max, Maya, or similar 3D software.

• Familiarity with VFX/PostFX integration and real-time performance considerations.

• Understanding of game production workflows and real-time 3D game engines.

• A robust portfolio showcasing high-quality, implemented real-time VFX (Senior level).

• Strong grasp of 3D art principles including modeling, lighting, and rendering (Senior level).

• Experience with Houdini or other procedural VFX tools is a plus.

• Exceptional artistic vision and meticulous attention to detail.

• Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and organizational abilities.

• Capability to work independently, prioritize tasks, adapt to changing requirements, and both give and receive constructive feedback.

• Bonus: Experience shipping an AA or AAA game, especially within the Unreal Engine framework.

• Must provide documentation verifying identity and authorization to work in the United States.

🏝️ Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer.

• Participation in I-9 employment eligibility verification and E-Verify.