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Ember Lab

Lead VFX Artist

Orange, CA · On-site

$130K - $170K/yr

As Lead VFX Artist, you will guide and elevate our visual effects, owning both technical and ... Proficiency at creating real-time VFX for Unreal Engine. * Experience with VFX optimization and ...

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Senior VFX Artist

Frisco, TX · On-site

Work with the visual effects team to create impressive real-time particle systems. * Build elegant materials in Unreal Engine 5 for particle systems and world geometry. * Create memory-efficient ...

Epic Games

Principal Technical VFX Artist

Cary, NC · On-site

$117K - $140K/yr

Real-time FX portfolio required, shipped titles carry more weight than student work * Deep ... artist from a visual one * Strong understanding of GPU performance - draw calls, particle costs ...

Trove Brands

Video Editor/VFX Artist

Lehi, UT

About the Role We're looking for a Video Editor / VFX Artist to join our post-production team ... Paid Time Off * Maternity/Paternity leave * Full indoor basketball/volleyball court * Fully ...

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Trove Brands

Video Editor/VFX Artist

Lehi, UT · On-site

About the Role We're looking for a Video Editor / VFX Artist to join our post-production team ... Paid Time Off * Maternity/Paternity leave * Full indoor basketball/volleyball court * Fully ...

Swaybox Studios

Senior CG Lighting Artist

New Orleans, LA · On-site

$122K - $146K/yr

This is a perfect position for a VFX artist who understands the subtle art of expression, setting a ... Strong eye for cinematic and real-world lighting, color grading, and shot continuity. * Robust ...

Tolan

3D Artist

San Francisco, CA · On-site

But we're a small team building a real-time companion on mobile, so the best person for this role ... Tune materials, shaders, lighting setups, and VFX to create a stylized, expressive and rich world.

Together Group

Senior Real-Time Viz Artist

Sarasota, FL · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

Imerza Employment Type: Full Time Location: Imerza Reporting To: Scott Baumberger Compensation: $80,000 - $90,000 / year Description Compensation: $80,000 to $90,000 annually, commensurate with ...

Together Group

Lead Real-Time Artist

Sarasota, FL · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

Lead Real-Time Artist Department: Imerza Employment Type: Full Time Location: Imerza Compensation: $100,000 - $120,000 / year Description Compensation: $100,000 to $120,000 annually, commensurate ...

Imerza

Senior Real-Time Viz Artist

Sarasota, FL · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

Interpret architectural drawings, BIM exports, and FF&E documentation and translate them into accurate, high-quality real-time assets. * Actively mentor mid and junior artists in UE5 tools, pipeline ...

Imerza

Lead Real-Time Artist

Sarasota, FL · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

You will lead a studio of 3 to 4 artists across concurrent real-time production projects, own quality from brief through delivery, and stay technically engaged through pre-production, pipeline work ...

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As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time real time vfx artist in the United States is $105,989.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,500.00 and $121,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Real Time Vfx Artist vs Part Time Real Time Vfx Artist?

AspectFull Time Real Time Vfx ArtistPart Time Real Time Vfx Artist
Work HoursTypically 40+ hours per weekLess than 20 hours per week
Employment StatusFull-time employeeFreelancer or part-time contractor
CredentialsUsually requires a degree in VFX, animation, or related fieldMay have similar credentials but often more flexible
Work EnvironmentStudio or office setting, collaborative projectsRemote or freelance projects, flexible schedule

Full Time Real Time Vfx Artists work full-time in studio environments, focusing on continuous project development, while Part Time Real Time Vfx Artists typically work on a flexible, project-based basis, often remotely. Both roles require similar skills, but employment structure and hours differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Real Time Vfx Artist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 77% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 21% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $105,989 per year, or $51 per hour.

Lead VFX Artist

Ember Lab

Orange, CA • On-site

$130K - $170K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

At Ember Lab, our goal is to create powerful, transformative experiences that impact people for a lifetime. Having released our debut game, Kena: Bridge of Spirits, in 2021 this journey is just beginning. We're looking for collaborative team members who share our passion for storytelling and are eager to help us shape the future of Ember Lab.
Job Summary:
As Lead VFX Artist, you will guide and elevate our visual effects, owning both technical and creative direction while mentoring other team members and contributing directly to production. You'll collaborate closely with art, design, and technical teams to bring our world to life through compelling and thrilling visuals that support immersive storytelling.
You will play a pivotal role in shaping the game's visual identity while ensuring that our visual effects support both gameplay and narrative goals. This is a leadership position for someone who can directly contribute while simultaneously guiding others on VFX tasks.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Mentor and grow the team - Manage, support, and inspire a team of VFX artists. Provide thoughtful feedback and help artists grow through regular critique and coaching.
  • Lead visual effects creation - Guide the development and implementation of visually stunning and optimized visual effects for characters, environments, and gameplay.
  • Own the visual and technical bar - Drive the artistic vision for the VFX team from concept to final implementation, including particles, shaders, textures, and simulations.
  • Partner with production - Collaborate closely with producers to estimate departmental needs, break down project tasks, and ensure scope and schedules align with team capacity.
  • Collaborate across disciplines - Work closely with animation, programming, tech art and design teams to integrate VFX seamlessly into the game with an eye to optimize performance and implement shader and material solutions.
  • Maintain and improve pipelines - Uphold technical standards and help refine tools and workflows for efficient asset production and integration.
  • Ensure performance targets - Validate that all assets meet engine and platform constraints, with a focus on quality, optimization, and consistency

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Art, Animation, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in creating visual effects for video games, with a strong portfolio demonstrating your skills.
  • Proficiency at creating real-time VFX for Unreal Engine.
  • Experience with VFX optimization and performance profiling.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication and collaboration abilities, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
  • Experience creating stylized FX textures from scratch.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience working on AAA game titles.
  • Familiarity with game development pipelines and processes.
  • Experience creating both stylized and realistic VFX.
  • Up-to-date knowledge of the VFX tools inside Unreal Engine 5, including Niagara Fluids and Chaos Destruction.
  • Knowledge of other VFX creation tools such as Houdini, Maya, and Photoshop.

Location
  • Onsite or Hybrid Preferred, Remote upon consideration

To apply:
  • Please include a portfolio.

Compensation: The anticipated base salary range for this position is $130,000-$170,000 USD annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and location. In addition to base salary, eligible employees may be considered for discretionary bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package.

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