Companion Group

3D Artist

• Design and implement real-time visual effects for characters, environments, and gameplay interactions.
• Work with particle systems, shaders, and physics-based simulations to create high-quality effects.
• Develop and optimise VFX assets while maintaining performance standards across platforms.
• Collaborate with the art, animation, and game design teams to ensure VFX aligns with the game’s visual style and mechanics.
• Create stylised and realistic VFX such as fire, smoke, explosions, energy effects, weather, and destruction.
• Utilise Unreal Engine’s Niagara or other VFX tools to develop advanced effects.
• Optimise effects to ensure smooth performance without sacrificing visual fidelity.
• Research and prototype new techniques to push the boundaries of real-time VFX.
• Maintain clear and organised technical documentation of workflows and best practices.

VFX Artist

• Design, prototype, and implement stylised materials and surface shaders within Unreal Engine.
• Collaborate with Concept Artists and 3D teams to translate the game’s visual identity into real-time materials.
• Optimise material performance across platforms, with special consideration for console limitations.
• Build and maintain a modular, scalable material system that empowers artists and reduces overhead.
• Troubleshoot and debug material-related issues in the engine.
• Document material systems and educate artists on best practices and performance budgeting.
• Contribute to visual development and R&D efforts that push the aesthetic envelope.
• Work closely with VFX, lighting, and tech art teams to create visually cohesive and performant environments.

Technical Artist

Frontend Engineer

• Create well-designed and tested code using best practices.
• Collaborate closely with other technical experts for optimal network performance.
• Provide accurate development estimates and comprehensive reporting.

Web Developer

Engineer

• Architect, implement, and refine cutting-edge multiplayer-ready animation systems in and outside of the Unreal Engine
• Produce elegant, efficient, and maintainable C++ code
• Leverage expert-level understanding of data structures and algorithms to solve interesting challenges
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative animation experiences
• Contribute to the development of scalable and robust networking solutions
• Tackle and resolve intricate technical hurdles in complex multiplayer games

VFX Artist

Technical Artist

Web Developer

Senior Animation Engineer