VFX Artist (Video Games)

Location: Remote within the United States; not available to California residents.

Salary: $65,000–$80,000 per year ($31–$38 per hour).

Company

hirify.global is a North American outsourcing art studio creating content for AAA video game franchises.

What you will do

• Create VFX art for video games, including stylized, photorealistic, and sci-fi effects.
• Develop effects for characters, environments, weapons, and other game assets.
• Work with Unreal Engine and Maya in modern game production pipelines.
• Troubleshoot technical problems and respond constructively to critique.
• Collaborate with a creative team on current and future game projects.

Requirements

• Submit a strong portfolio with recent VFX art for video games; a portfolio is required for consideration.
• Experience with Unreal Engine and Maya.
• Experience creating stylized, photorealistic, and sci-fi VFX.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical problems and work across varied VFX specializations.
• Self-driven attitude and willingness to learn from mistakes and accept critique.
• Must be eligible to work remotely from the United States; applications from California residents are not accepted.

Nice to have

• Experience with proprietary game engines.
• Experience with Embergen, Houdini, or HLSL.
• Technical art experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Fully remote ongoing contract position.
• Collaborative and cooperative work environment.
• Opportunities to work on major AAA game titles.
• Career growth opportunities within the gaming industry.
• Full-time employment benefits for US-based applicants, including medical, dental, vision, disability coverage, and a 401(k) with company match.

Hiring process

• Applications are reviewed for inclusion in the 2026 talent pool rather than for an immediately active opening.
• Applicants receive a confirmation email and are contacted by Talent Acquisition if a suitable project opportunity emerges.