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Technical Artist (VFX / Shaders)

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$85 - $120/hr

Role DescriptionThe Technical Artist (VFX / Shaders) is a full-time hybrid role based in Atlanta ... In this role, you will design, implement, and optimize real-time visual effects and shaders for ...

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Ember Lab

Lead VFX Artist

Orange, CA

$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 ...

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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Vfx Artist

Tulsa, OK

$85K - $95K/yr

As a VFX Artist, you will play a crucial role in creating visually stunning effects for various ... Ensure all visual effects are delivered on time and within project specifications. * Work closely ...

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 · Remote

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 · On-site

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

Trove Brands

Video Editor/VFX Artist

Lehi, UT · On-site

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

15 FINGERS LLC

VFX Artist / Video Editor

Buffalo, NY · On-site

$65K/yr

THE ROLE Agency 15 is looking for a VFX Generalist to own video editing, 2D/3D animation, and ... Experience with interactive or display technology integration (touchscreens, projection, real-time ...

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A Real Time VFX Artist creates visual effects (VFX) for interactive media like video games and AR/VR applications. They design effects such as explosions, fire, smoke, and magical effects that respond dynamically to player actions. Using tools like Unreal Engine, Unity, Niagara, and Houdini, they optimize effects for performance while maintaining visual appeal. Their work enhances immersion and gameplay by ensuring effects are both realistic and efficient in real-time environments.

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A Real Time Vfx Artist typically spends their day designing, creating, and implementing visual effects—such as explosions, magic, weather, and environmental effects—directly into game engines for use in video games or interactive projects. This involves working closely with game designers, animators, and programmers to ensure the effects both look impressive and perform efficiently in real time. You may also be required to optimize Vfx assets for performance, troubleshoot technical issues, and iterate on feedback from the wider team. The role often involves a mix of creative design and technical problem-solving to ensure the final product meets both visual and performance standards.

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To thrive as a Real Time Vfx Artist, a strong grasp of real-time visual effects creation, animation principles, and a solid portfolio demonstrating technical and artistic ability are essential, often supported by a degree in art, design, or a related field. Expertise in game engines like Unreal Engine or Unity, as well as proficiency with tools such as Niagara, Houdini, Maya, or Photoshop, is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams are important soft skills. These competencies enable Vfx artists to deliver visually compelling effects that run smoothly in real-time environments and fit cohesively within complex interactive projects.

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VFX Artist with AVALANCHE STUDIOS

CROSSMARK1

New York, NY

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

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Company rating: 5.1 out of 10

Based on 114 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

48th of 52 rated marketing agency

Job description

Company Description
Avalanche Studios is an independent AAA developer dedicated to creating huge open worlds, full of explosive, emergent game play. You probably know us as the creator of the Just Cause franchise, with Just Cause 3 being our most recent title. We're also the developer of Mad Max, which was released in September of 2015. We created the critically acclaimed XBLA/PSN twin stick shooter Renegade Ops, we manage more than 6 million players in the online world of the Hunter, and are currently hard at work on several future projects. Here's a look into our world.
Job Description

Avalanche Studios is currently looking for a REAL TIME VFX Artist to work on the development of high-profile projects for PS4 and Xbox One. The focus and majority of time will be spent creating, implementing and optimizing particle visual effects. Examples include fire, smoke, explosion trails and sparkle bursts. The ideal candidate feels comfortable in a team environment and is able to deliver compelling special effects for an original IP. You will work with the Art Director and the Lead Artist to create visually stunning effects utilizing the Avalanche engine. This is a huge opportunity for a driven effect artist to be able to help manage, research and evolve the Avalanche effects pipeline and expertise to create amazing visual effects. Avalanche Studios is developing for next gen platforms.

Qualifications

Required qualifications

  • 3+ years minimum experience in the game industry on a AAA game.
  • Expert in creating high-quality particle effects and textures
  • A portfolio showcasing high-quality effects reel and high resolution effect textures
  • The ability to view visual reference of an effect, deconstruct it and subsequently re-create it in a real-time game engine is essential
  • Strong knowledge of environmental effects, cloth simulations, lighting and dynamics
  • High proficiency in technical problem solving
  • Knowledge of Photoshop, Maya, Adobe After Effects and 3D Studio Max

Desired qualifications

  • Experience working with and knowledge of PS4 and Xbox One hardware
  • Experience creating real time effects through proprietary engines
  • Experience in writing scripts/plugins in MEL, C/C++ for Maya
  • Experience in creating real time shaders and post effects

Required experience:

  • AAA Game Development: 3 years
  • Photoshop, Maya, Adobe After Effects or 3D Studio Max: 1 year
  • C++: 1 year
Additional Information

Job Type: Full-time

Job Location:

  • New York City, NY

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CROSSMARK had completed 55 mergers and acquisitions in its quest to become a national sales agency, managing brands, and performing sales functions for manufacturers and performing in-store merchandising services at retailers nationwide. The same year, we expanded our operations to Canada to broaden our impact in North America. And in 2013 we acquired Chicago-based agencies Marketing Werks and PromoWorks to deliver end-to-end shopper marketing and engagement—both in store and out. The fusion of talents and expertise among these agencies, with CROSSMARK at the core, has empowered us to deliver a leading, all-encompassing, and completely integrated Marketing Services arm to our organization. Company milestones and service expansions have only been possible because of the true beating heart of CROSSMARK: our people. Our dedicated and passionate employees work hard to provide clients with the best opportunities to drive sales, to see brands thrive, and to create lasting connections. We’re excited for what’s next in our ever-evolving company—and we hope you’ll join us for the journey ahead.

Industry

Business management consulting

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Plano , TX, US

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