Principal/Lead VFX Artist (Real-time)

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)