Remote VFX Artist

Summary

Join a permanently remote team at 1047 Games, a VC-backed company working on a brand new shooter in the Splitgate universe. We're looking for a strong aesthetic eye and technical proficiency to create real-time VFX that enhance game mechanics and player experience.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience creating VFX for video games
• Bachelor’s Degree in Art or equivalent experience in a related field
• Proficiency in VFX software (Houdini, Blender, Embergen etc) and a game engine (Unreal, Unity, etc)
• Online Portfolio demonstrating expertise in the creation and implementation of real-time VFX
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, English; due to the nature of the role that requires interaction with other teammates that are all over the world

Responsibilities

• Create real-time VFX that enhance game mechanics and player experience
• Research, prototype and develop VFX using particles, textures and shaders
• Follow the artistic direction as you create visual effects
• Discuss artistic and technical challenges with colleagues to ensure interdisciplinary clarity and alignment
• Work with different departments on integration of VFX
• Ensure VFX meet performance and memory requirements
• Experiment with the latest tools and techniques to enhance the quality of VFX

Preferred Qualifications

• Online portfolio to illustrate artistic skills
• Proficiency in using industry standard 3D content creation tools
• Ability to create all the elements required for the assembly of VFX
• Proficiency in Unreal/Niagara
• Technical problem-solving skills