Senior VFX Artist (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Senior VFX Artist (Unreal Engine 5): Creating high-quality visual effects for the upcoming title Blight: Survival with an accent on gameplay mechanics and artistic vision. Focus on developing complex particle systems in UE5, optimizing performance across platforms, and bridging the gap between design and technical implementation.

Location: Hybrid in Montreal, QC or Toronto, ON

Company

hirify.global is a leading independent gaming studio with over 1200 employees, known for original IPs like Dead by Daylight and high-profile collaborations with industry giants.

What you will do

• Bring the artistic director's vision to life by creating high-quality VFX.
• Act as a bridge between design, art, and tech to implement effects that enhance gameplay mechanics.
• Collaborate with various departments to create and integrate visual effects.
• Optimize VFX performance across different gaming platforms.

Requirements

• Strong artistic sense with a portfolio matching the game's vision.
• Professional experience creating gameplay VFX in video game production.
• In-depth expertise with Unreal Engine 5 and its particle systems.
• High level of technical and artistic autonomy for rapid iteration.
• Good verbal and written communication skills for effective teamwork.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of Houdini.

Culture & Benefits

• Work in a dynamic, independent studio environment with a large team of passionate professionals.
• Opportunity to shape one of the most anticipated and wishlisted games on Steam.
• Inclusive and diverse creative environment celebrating all backgrounds.
• Collaborative atmosphere working alongside industry veterans.