Real Time VFX Artist

As a Real Time VFX Artist you will:

• Design and implement high-quality Visual Effects that support gameplay, story, and art direction
• Translate reference, concept art, and design briefs into functional in-game VFX
• Create a wide variety of real-time special effects using particle systems, shaders, and geometry (e.g., fire, smoke, explosions, weather, surface, and full-screen effects)
• Collaborate with Art, Design, and Programming teams to integrate VFX within technical and artistic constraints
• Optimise VFX for performance while maintaining artistic quality
• Follow established workflows and best practices for VFX creation

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in game development
• Hands-on experience with Unreal Engine 4/5 and Niagara
• Strong skills in creating both realistic and stylised VFX
• Basic shader creation using Unreal’s material editor
• Experience with Autodesk Maya or similar 3D software
• Understanding of optimisation and how to create performant assets
• Experience working with remote teams across different timezones
• English proficiency at least at B2 level

Idea candidate will also have:

• Familiarity with procedural content generation and automation
• Knowledge of Houdini or other procedural tools
• Knowledge of art production workflows (modeling, unwrapping, baking, texturing)
• Experience in co-development or outsourcing