Lead VFX Artist (Unreal)

TL;DR

Lead VFX Artist (Unreal): Leading a team of artists to create immersive visual effects for cross-platform games with an accent on visual direction and team mentorship. Focus on collaborating with designers and programmers to integrate high-quality VFX into the game engine.

Location: Hybrid (Brisbane, Australia)

Company

A global leader in cross-platform game development known for creating immersive gaming experiences.

What you will do

• Lead and mentor a team of VFX artists, providing guidance to foster their professional growth.
• Collaborate with the Art Director and Game Designers to establish and maintain the game's visual style.
• Ensure all VFX align with the artistic vision and meet high-quality production standards.
• Work closely with other departments to ensure the seamless integration of VFX into the game engine.
• Manage production schedules and allocate resources effectively to meet project milestones.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to innovate artistic processes.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a lead or senior VFX role within the game industry.
• Strong proficiency with Unreal Engine.
• Experience working on cross-platform game titles.
• Ability to lead teams and manage production workflows.
• Must be based in or able to work from the Brisbane office under a hybrid model.