VFX Artist II (Gamedev)

TL;DR

VFX Artist II (Gamedev): Designing and implementing dynamic special effects for an unpublished R&D product with an accent on gameplay clarity, performance, and visual identity. Focus on rapid prototyping, cross-discipline collaboration, and establishing scalable workflows for real-time content creation.

Location: Must be based in the United States (US-specific benefits and legal compliance indicated).

Company

A global game developer dedicated to creating player-focused experiences and high-quality interactive entertainment.

What you will do

• Design and implement sleek, dynamic special effects for both game scenes and UI.
• Balance gameplay requirements with thematic art direction to meet quality benchmarks.
• Integrate art assets directly into game engines like Unreal or Unity.
• Prototype new gameplay mechanics by rapidly creating temporary visual effects.
• Identify technical risks early and propose pragmatic solutions to maintain development velocity.
• Provide artistic feedback to external vendors to ensure creative alignment.

Requirements

• 3+ years of professional experience creating stylized real-time VFX in the game industry.
• Proficiency in implementing assets directly into game engines such as Unreal or Unity.
• Experience with industry-standard software including Photoshop, Maya, and AfterEffects.
• Strong foundational art skills in shape design, color theory, anatomy, and visual hierarchy.
• Demonstrated ability to optimize content and solve cross-discipline integration issues.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Nice to have

• Experience working in small, high-velocity strike teams or pre-production environments.
• Knowledge of shader authoring, texture optimization, or procedural workflows.
• Experience creating in-game Motion Graphics assets.
• Understanding of performance constraints for cross-platform (PC + mobile) content.

Culture & Benefits

• Open paid time off policy and flexible work schedules.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and life insurance coverage.
• Parental leave for employees and their families.
• 401k retirement plan with company match.
• Collaborative environment focused on player empathy and team empowerment.