Senior VFX Artist

Job Description

31st Union is seeking a Senior VFX Artist to create diverse and captivating content for Project ETHOS, a new free-to-play, 3rd person rogue-like hero shooter. The Senior VFX Artist will collaborate with the design team to enhance combat dynamics and player satisfaction, and partner with the environment team to bring the game world to life. They will also work with engineers to develop tools that elevate the team's capabilities.Role involves:

• Driving content creation based on the Lead or Art Director's scope.
• Developing high-quality, stylized, hand-drawn textures for VFX assets.
• Implementing dynamic VFX to convey gameplay and captivate players.
• Identifying and implementing performance improvements to visual effect systems.
• Applying advanced VFX techniques to elevate the team’s capabilities.
• Collaborating with various teams to infuse life into static worlds.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in visual effects in the video game industry.
• A portfolio showcasing expertise in developing real-time VFX utilizing Unreal Niagara.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, combined with a strong knowledge of visual effect terminology and techniques.
• Good sense of timing and weight with regard to effects.
• Proficiency in related software such as Photoshop, After Effects, Houdini, Maya, familiarity with mathematical and node-based systems a plus.

Role offers:

• Opportunity to work on Project ETHOS, a new free-to-play game.
• Chance to collaborate with a diverse team of developers.
• A culture of inclusivity and innovation.