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Senior VFX Artist

Frisco, TX · On-site

Our games are entrenched with rich universes that are expanded upon via transmedia storytelling ... What We Are Looking For The Senior VFX Artist works across all our titles and interacts directly ...

Komodo Co., Ltd.

VFX Artist (Bellevue)

Bellevue, WA · On-site

We are now building our first fully in-house title, a competitive PVP action game focused on ... The Opportunity KOMODO is seeking a VFX Artist to define the visual identity of Nanos, the codename ...

Epic Games

Principal VFX Artist

Cary, NC · On-site

Whether it's building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make ... Drive VFX systems and quality, design reusable, scalable solutions that support rapid iteration and ...

Tencent

Senior VFX Artist (Gameplay)

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$106K - $199K/yr

Collaborate with the Art Director on the visual style of effects in the game, through verbal and ... Who We Look For * 7+ years of VFX development experience. * Autonomous and have the ability to ...

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As of Jul 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for game vfx in the United States is $18.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Game Vfx vs Game Animator?

AspectGame VfxGame Animator
Required SkillsVFX software, particle systems, visual effects creationAnimation software, character rigging, motion design
Work EnvironmentGame studios, VFX teams, real-time enginesGame studios, animation departments, real-time engines
Industry UsageCreating visual effects for gameplay and cutscenesDesigning character and environment animations

Game Vfx and Game Animator roles both operate within the game development industry and often share similar work environments. However, Game Vfx focuses on creating visual effects like explosions, magic, and particle effects, while Game Animators specialize in character and environment animations. Both roles require proficiency in relevant software and contribute to immersive gameplay experiences.

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Senior VFX Artist

Senior VFX Artist

2K

Frisco, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Who We Are
The Gearbox Entertainment Company is home to a world-class team that entertains the world with award-winning and genre-defining video games. Our games are entrenched with rich universes that are expanded upon via transmedia storytelling, live experiences, and consumer products. Gearbox Entertainment has become widely known for developing successful game franchises such as Borderlands, Tiny Tina's Wonderlands, and Brothers in Arms, as well for continued development of acquired properties including Duke Nukem, Risk of Rain, and Homeworld.
The company was founded as Gearbox Software in 1999 by a team of industry veterans and is headquartered in Frisco, Texas. The Gearbox Entertainment Company is proud to be part of 2K, a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).
For more information, visit www.GearboxSoftware.com.
What We Are Looking For
The Senior VFX Artist works across all our titles and interacts directly with the VFX Director, Art Directors, and Designers to create world-class special effects that push the technical boundaries of Unreal Engine 5, Xbox, and PlayStation. This role is open to VFX artists of all levels.
Responsibilities
  • 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 texture assets using programs like Adobe Photoshop, Substance Designer, Houdini, or Embergen.
  • Produce basic 3D models, UV mapping, and simple animations when necessary.
  • Meet style and quality targets established by the Art Director.
  • Work closely with the Technical Art Director and Lead Artist to understand and, if necessary, establish production processes that consider the technical constraints of the game.
  • Participate in meetings to discuss the implementation of visual effects with the goal of conveying gameplay concepts and meeting our aesthetic objectives.

Qualifications
  • 6+ years of experience as a VFX Artist in the video game industry.
  • Shipped at least 2 multiplatform titles.
  • Experience with Unreal and Houdini.
  • Experience with 3DS Max (or Maya), Substance Designer, and Photoshop.
  • Ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Curiosity and a desire to improve our methods.
  • Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems.
  • Demonstrable mastery of artistic concepts and common practices.
  • Knowledge of the limitations of console games with fixed technical specifications.
  • Good understanding of the general art pipeline in a game studio.
  • Understanding of individual impact on performance in relation to the project's frame rate objectives.
  • Enthusiastic, positive, and team-oriented attitude.

Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Gearbox Entertainment is committed to ensuring that all team members work in an environment free from discrimination and harassment, and one that reflects the diversity of the world it strives to entertain. As an equal opportunity employer, Gearbox Entertainment does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Gearbox Entertainment is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, and to enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment equal to those enjoyed by individuals without disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point during the job application process, please contact us for more information.
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