VFX Artist (GameDev)

TL;DR

VFX Artist (GameDev): Designing and implementing visual effects in Unreal Engine 5 for an unannounced new project with an accent on Niagara, Material Editor, and Blueprints. Focus on optimizing VFX for performance, creating high-quality assets, and researching new tools and techniques to enhance game visuals.

Location: Hybrid, must be based in Montreal, Canada.

Company

hirify.global Inc. is a small, hybrid game development studio focused on creating original IP for PC and Console platforms as part of the Nacon group.

What you will do

• Design and implement visual effects in Unreal Engine 5 using Niagara, Material Editor, and Blueprints.
• Collaborate with the Technical Art Director to brainstorm, design, and develop various visual effects (environmental effects, player abilities etc.).
• Optimize VFX to maintain performance standards and improve frame rates.
• Create textures, models, and meshes as needed for high-quality effects.
• Support the team with R&D, prototyping new tools and techniques, and implementing shaders and simulations.
• Maintain and update VFX documentation, workflows, and pipelines.

Requirements

• Experience as a VFX artist in game development, with AAA or console/PC titles preferred.
• Strong portfolio or reel showcasing real-time VFX work and creative problem-solving.
• Proficiency in Unreal Engine (UE4/UE5), particularly with Niagara, Blueprint, and shader creation.
• Experience with common simulation techniques such as cloth, water simulation, and vector fields.
• Proficient in industry-standard 3D and 2D DDC’s (e.g., 3ds Max, Blender, Substance Designer, Photoshop, EmberGen, Houdini).
• Strong artistic foundation and excellent understanding of real-time rendering and optimization constraints.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Must be based in Montreal, Canada for hybrid work.

Culture & Benefits

• Work in a small, hybrid studio environment with a lean and cross-disciplinary team.
• Opportunity for industry veterans and newcomers to contribute and collaborate.
• Empowering culture where everyone has a voice in shaping the process.
• Focus on creating original IP for PC and Console platforms.