FX Artist (Gamedev)

TL;DR

FX Artist (Game Art): Creating high-quality in-game visual effects with an accent on aesthetic values and technical constraints. Focus on developing punchy, juicy visual effects and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure artistic consistency.

Location: Office-based in Sofia (Bulgaria), Newcastle upon Tyne (UK), or Saguenay (Canada)

Company

A leading AAA studio and part of Vantage Studios, contributing to iconic franchises like Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, and Rainbow Six.

What you will do

• Create punchy, juicy, and compelling in-game visual effects aligned with the project's visual style.
• Develop FX that remain within the technical constraints of the platform and game engine.
• Collaborate with Designers, Artists, and Programmers to achieve aesthetic excellence.
• Ensure all visual elements are artistically consistent and compelling.

Requirements

• Professional experience in game development.
• Strong understanding of particle systems and geometry-based visual effects.
• Proficiency in Photoshop and 3ds Max or an equivalent 3D package.
• Strong sense of visual pacing, rhythm, and micro-storytelling within FX work.
• English: Good level required.
• Location: Must be based in Sofia, Newcastle upon Tyne, or Saguenay.

Nice to have

• Experience with animation.
• Knowledge of VFX video compositing.
• Experience with Houdini or Embergen.

Culture & Benefits

• Multicultural environment working on high-profile AAA video games.
• Flexible working hours and additional days off.
• Private medical, health, and dental care.
• Public transport card and food vouchers.
• Employee assistance, learning, and knowledge-sharing programs.