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Senior VFX Artist
Digital ExtremesSenior VFX Artist creating real-time special effects for Digital Extremes, an independent video game studio. Collaborating across art, design, audio, and development on Warframe and Soulframe.
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in creating high-quality visual effects for video games, utilizing a deep understanding of real-time special effects, particle systems, and animation principles. Proficient in collaborating across art, design, and technical teams while adhering to production schedules and creative direction.
Highest-signal resume keywords
5+ Years VFX ExperienceReal-Time Special EffectsGame Engine ProficiencyMaya ExperienceCross-Discipline Communication
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Particle SystemsPostprocessing EffectsShadersAnimation Principles3D Software Proficiency
Soft Skills
Attention to DetailMultitaskingCollaborationReceptiveness to FeedbackStrong Work Ethic
Tools & Technologies
MayaJangaFxHoudiniPhotoshopPythonLua
Certifications & Qualifications
University Degree in Visual ArtsCollege Diploma in Graphic Arts
Industry Keywords
Visual EffectsVideo GamesArt DirectionProduction SchedulesCreative Direction
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesLuaPython
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Build efficient, high-quality special effects using traditional art training and 3D software while managing memory usage and gameplay speed
- Stay current with contemporary effects techniques and research new technologies and solutions
- Collaborate with art, design, audio, and development departments to deliver visual effects
- Work under the Art Director’s creative guidance and deliver according to production schedules
- Participate in feedback loops by giving and receiving feedback within art and level design teams
- Perform other responsibilities as assigned
Requirements
What you’ll need- 5+ years of professional experience creating high-quality VFX for video games
- Deep understanding of real-time special effects, particle systems, postprocessing effects, shaders, and animation principles
- Strong artistic portfolio
- Strong grasp of game engines, tools, pipelines, and development processes
- Working knowledge of a commercial 3D package
- University degree in visual arts (specialization in graphic design, commercial art, graphic communications, or fine arts) or college diploma in graphic arts
- Excellent cross-discipline communication skills and ability to follow direction and collaborate across art, design, and technical teams
- Ability to multitask, prioritize competing demands, pay attention to detail, and meet deadlines under production conditions
- Receptiveness to creative direction and active participation in constructive feedback
- Self-directed, with a strong work ethic, high quality standards, and clear artistic vision
- Genuine enthusiasm and passion for video games and visual storytelling
- Preferred experience with Maya, JangaFx, Houdini, Photoshop, and scripting languages such as Python or Lua
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive compensation
- Industry-leading benefits
- Flexible work arrangements
- Opportunities to grow your career
- Equal opportunity, welcoming, accessible, and supportive work environment
- Recruitment-process accommodations for candidates who require them
- Benefits may be subject to employee eligibility