Senior VFX Artist (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Senior VFX Artist (Gamedev): Crafting diverse and captivating visual effects for a new free-to-play, 3rd person rogue-like hero shooter with an accent on enhancing combat dynamics and player satisfaction. Focus on implementing dynamic VFX, identifying performance improvements, and applying advanced VFX techniques.

Location: California

Salary: $90,000 - $130,000 per year

Company

We are a diverse team of developers driven by a passion for our art, united by our core values and inspired by a culture of inclusivity to build amazing games that thrill players everywhere.

What you will do

• Drive content creation according to the scope defined by the Lead or Art Director.
• Develop high-quality, stylized, and hand-drawn textures for VFX assets.
• Implement dynamic VFX that effectively convey gameplay and captivate players.
• Identify and implement performance improvements to new and existing visual effect systems.
• Apply advanced VFX techniques and technical expertise to elevate the team’s capabilities.
• Work independently with minimal supervision while demonstrating strong self-critique skills, and collaborate with various teams to infuse life into otherwise static worlds.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in visual effects in the video game industry.
• A portfolio showcasing expertise in developing real-time VFX utilizing Unreal Niagara.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, combined with a strong knowledge of visual effect terminology and techniques.
• Good sense of timing and weight with regard to effects.
• Proficiency in related software such as Photoshop, After Effects, Houdini, Maya, familiarity with mathematical and node-based systems a plus.

Nice to have

• A passion for diversity & representation in games & game development.
• A self-starter who can align with the team's goals but isn't hesitant to create solutions on their own.

Culture & Benefits

• Eligible to participate in our 401(K) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including: medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage.
• 14 paid holidays per calendar year; paid vacation time per calendar year (ranging from 15 to 25 days) or eligibility to participate in the Company’s discretionary time off program.
• Up to 10 paid sick days per calendar year; paid parental and compassionate leave; wellbeing programs for mental health and other wellness support; family planning support through Maven; commuter benefits; and reimbursements for fitness-related expenses.