Lead and mentor a team of skilled VFX Artists, supporting their development and championing a collaborative, inclusive environment
Design and implement impactful real-time VFX that support a wide range of in-game moments and player experiences
Foster technical excellence and artistic creativity across the VFX pipeline
Guide team members on setting meaningful goals, career growth, and performance
Collaborate with other disciplines—gameplay, cinematics, environments—to deliver impactful and immersive visuals
Research and prototype new workflows, tools, and techniques to push the boundaries of real-time VFX
Ensure all VFX content is performant, optimized, and within technical constraints
Oversee external collaboration: prepare briefs, review outsourced work, and maintain high-quality standards
Coordinate with Directors and Production to align VFX planning with milestones and timelines
Help maintain an efficient and scalable production pipeline

Requirements

8+ years of experience as a VFX Artist in game development
Shipped at least one AAA title as a Lead VFX Artist or in a comparable senior leadership role
Proven track record in a leadership role within a creative environment – someone who has mentored others, influenced project direction, and supported team growth
Deep expertise in Unreal Engine 5 and real-time VFX development
Strong proficiency in real-time and baked simulations
Solid knowledge of VFX pipelines and tools—including SideFX Houdini
Understanding of PBR workflows, shaders, real-time rendering, and lighting
Advanced skills in performance optimization and debugging
Ability to independently lead high-impact initiatives and solve complex challenges
Excellent communication, presentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills
A strong portfolio showcasing mastery in VFX for games is required. Candidates should include a portfolio in their application. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.

Benefits

Company-paid medical healthcare (dental, vision, and mental)
Free mental health support, including access to counseling, psychiatric care, and a variety of well-being webinars
Paid leave — 26 days of vacation, 10 sick days, & 12 calendar holidays per year
401K with employer matching
Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) – $100 per month to use towards fitness, wellness, internet, home office equipment, learning, streaming services, and more
Menstrual leave — employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain
RED Parents Network — support for working parents
Flexible working hours

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

VFX Artistreal-time VFX developmentperformance optimizationdebuggingPBR workflowsshadersreal-time renderingbaked simulationsVFX pipelinesleadership in creative environments

Soft Skills

mentoringcollaborationcommunicationpresentationteam growth supportgoal settingproblem-solvinginfluencing project directionfostering creativitychampioning inclusivity