Senior VFX Artist (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Senior VFX Artist (Gamedev): Creating high-quality real-time visual effects for a large-scale project within a passionate and growing VFX team with an accent on artistic and technical benchmarks. Focus on shaping gameplay experiences, mentoring junior artists, and contributing to efficient workflows and pipelines.

Location: Based out of any of our studios in Oxford, Warwick or Runcorn, UK with hybrid options based on individual needs.

Company

hirify.global is a video game developer with multiple studios, also involved in film, board games, book publishing, and comics.

What you will do

• Drive the creation of high-quality real-time visual effects, setting artistic and technical benchmarks.
• Take ownership of complex effects work from concept to implementation, ensuring clarity, performance, and visual impact.
• Collaborate with design, art, and code leadership to shape gameplay experiences and maintain a cohesive project vision.
• Mentor and support junior and mid-level artists, sharing best practices and fostering growth.
• Anticipate technical challenges, propose creative solutions, and help establish efficient workflows and pipelines.
• Contribute to documentation, reference gathering, and effect libraries, ensuring resources remain clear and accessible.

Requirements

• Proven professional experience in real-time VFX, with a portfolio that demonstrates timing, clarity, artistry, and technical execution.
• Advanced proficiency with industry-standard tools such as Blender, Photoshop, Substance, and After Effects (or equivalent).
• Deep understanding of particle system design, texture workflows, and real-time performance optimisation.
• Strong experience with simulation tools like Houdini and Embergen (or similar) for creating complex flipbook assets and simulations.
• Ability to take abstract concepts and translate them into polished, performant effects.
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior and mid-level artists, sharing knowledge, and setting high standards for craft.

Benefits

• 22 days holidays + Christmas closure (typically 4 days) & Bank holidays (increasing with service at 5 years).
• Private Medical Insurance, healthcare cash plan, including dental and Vision.
• Life Assurance, Income Protection & Critical Illness Cover.
• Enhanced Family Leave.
• Interest Free, Tax-Free loans.
• Enhanced Pension Scheme.