VFX Artist (Game Development)

TL;DR

Senior VFX Artist (Game Development): Crafting and designing high-quality real-time visual effects to elevate game aesthetics for an exciting large-scale project, with an accent on artistic and technical standards and immersive world creation. Focus on ensuring effects are polished, performant, and enhance narrative and gameplay.

Location: This role is based out of our studios in Oxford, Warwick, or Runcorn, UK, with hybrid options available. A relocation package is offered to support your move to the UK. Applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship cannot be provided.

Company

hirify.global is a developer and publisher of video games, films, board games, books, and comics, with over 30 years of experience and complete creative freedom over its titles.

What you will do

• Craft and design high-quality real-time particle effects to enhance game visuals.
• Maintain strong artistic and technical standards, ensuring effects are polished and performant.
• Immerse players in rich, atmospheric worlds using available assets.
• Interpret game design documents to support the project's vision through visual effects.

Requirements

• An accomplished real-time VFX portfolio demonstrating timing, clarity, and a strong artistic eye.
• Professional experience in a studio role, internship, or substantial personal projects.
• Proficiency with industry tools such as Blender, Photoshop, Substance, and After Effects.
• Solid understanding of particle system fundamentals and texture creation workflows for games.
• Ability to transform concept art and design goals into polished, performant effects.
• Permanent right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not provided.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with simulation tools like Houdini and Embergen for creating flipbook assets.
• Knowledge of 2D particle texture techniques and their effective application in real-time effects.
• Familiarity with source control systems.

Culture & Benefits

• 22 days holiday + Christmas closure & Bank holidays (increasing with service up to 31 days).
• Private Medical Insurance, healthcare cash plan (including dental and vision).
• Life Assurance, Income Protection & Critical Illness Cover.
• Enhanced Family Leave and Enhanced Pension Scheme.
• Interest-Free, Tax-Free loans.
• EAP and a range of Mental Health and Wellbeing Support.
• Flexible hybrid working options and free parking at the Oxford studio.
• Open, friendly, and creative atmosphere with complete creative freedom.
• Inclusive culture promoting creativity, talent, and work-life balance.