Senior Vfx Artist (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Senior Vfx Artist (Gamedev): Creating and implementing spectacular visual effects that define the mood and spectacle of AAA game titles with an accent on particle systems, material creation, modeling, and texturing. Focus on designing high-performance effects in Unreal Engine, building efficient VFX pipelines, and collaborating across art, engineering, and design teams to support gameplay and deliver memorable moments.

Location: Hybrid in Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Company

hirify.global is a global video game company headquartered in Novato, California, publishing world-class titles across multiple platforms and genres, including sports, shooters, RPGs, and strategy games.

What you will do

• Conceptualize and implement spectacular VFX aligned with the project's artistic vision.
• Own key VFX content from concept to delivery under the Lead VFX Artist's guidance.
• Collaborate with art, engineering, and design teams to integrate VFX supporting gameplay.
• Create high-performance effects using Unreal Engine tools like Niagara, Material Editor, Sequencer, and Blueprint.
• Build and improve VFX pipelines and share expertise to elevate the team.
• Partner with production to manage tasks and meet deadlines.

Requirements

• Location: Hybrid role based in Montreal, Canada
• English: B2 level or higher
• 5+ years experience as a VFX artist in the video game industry.
• Proficiency with real-time particle systems, shader development, lighting, and performance optimization.
• Strong skills in DCC tools such as Photoshop and Maya.
• Expertise in Unreal Engine including Niagara, Material Editor, Sequencer, and Blueprint.
• High artistic ability in form, color, movement, painting, texturing, and 3D modeling.
• Collaborative mindset with excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work independently.

Nice to have

• Experience with Houdini, EmberGen, or other simulation tools.
• Background in traditional art or animation.
• Experience on multiplayer or live-service game titles.
• Familiarity with PBR workflows and cross-platform development.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive work environment encouraging diversity and authenticity.
• Global team with opportunities to work on acclaimed AAA franchises.
• Support for reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
• Strict communication policies ensuring professional contact via official hirify.global.com emails only.