We are seeking a talented and experienced Principal/Lead VFX artist (real-time UE5) to spearhead the creation of stunning visual effects for our ambitious open-world project.
Requirements
- Create and implement real-time high-quality visual effects for an open-world environment
- Define the VFX pipeline and establish best practices to optimize workflows and ensure efficient asset creation and integration
- Work closely with the Art Director to establish the visual style to determine the technical requirements of the project
- Responsible for making creative and aesthetic choices for the visual effects
- Lead VFX pre-production activities, including concept development, reviews, and previs (previsualization) planning to establish the AAA visual goal
- Collaborate with our Technical Material Artist to create the VFX master materials for the project at a AAA quality bar
- Troubleshoot and solve technical challenges related to VFX integration, performance, and memory optimization
- Mentor and guide junior VFX artists, fostering their growth
- Stay updated on the latest trends and techniques in real-time visual effects and integrate them into the development process
- Work closely with Production to estimate, plan, and track VFX tasks for scheduled milestones
- Spearhead VFX R&D efforts, identifying the resources and technology needed to achieve desired effects within project constraints
- Collaborate with Engineering and Tech Art to build the needed toolsets to accomplish the project's needs with the required tools
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Sick time
- Company holidays
- Parental leave
- Medical/dental/vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k)