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INSPYR Solutions

VFX Artist III

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$69.26 - $85.41/hr

As a Senior Real-Time VFX Artist, you will work closely with animators, artists, and designers to create exceptional action and combat experiences. Leveraging your expertise, you will craft ...

INSPYR Solutions

VFX Artist III

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$69.26 - $85.41/hr

As a Senior Real-Time VFX Artist, you will work closely with animators, artists, and designers to create exceptional action and combat experiences. Leveraging your expertise, you will craft ...

Lakshya Digital

VFX Artist Reviewer

About the Role We are seeking a skilled VFX Artist / Reviewer on a freelance basis. In this role ... Review real-time VFX assets (environmental effects, combat FX, character abilities, particle ...

Absurd Ventures

Senior VFX Artist

San Rafael, CA

$145K - $180K/yr

Summary We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Real-Time VFX Artist to craft stunning visual effects for our ambitious open-world project. As a core member of the VFX team, you will be relied upon to ...

Studio Wildcard

Sr. VFX Artist

Bellevue, WA · On-site

Senior VFX Artist We're Studio Wildcard, developers of the smash indie hit ARK: Survival Evolved ... Deep knowledge of vector math, real time lighting, post FX, shaders, and real time performance ...

Komodo Co., Ltd.

VFX Artist (Bellevue)

Bellevue, WA · On-site

The Opportunity KOMODO is seeking a VFX Artist to define the visual identity of Nanos, the codename ... You will create high-quality, stylized real-time visual effects that enhance gameplay, communicate ...

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Studio Wildcard

Sr. VFX Artist

Bellevue, WA

Senior VFX Artist _____ We're Studio Wildcard, developers of the smash indie hit ARK: Survival ... Deep knowledge of vector math, real time lighting, post FX, shaders, and real time performance ...

Komodo Co., Ltd.

VFX Artist (Bellevue)

Bellevue, WA · On-site

The Opportunity KOMODO is seeking a VFX Artist to define the visual identity of Nanos, the codename ... You will create high-quality, stylized real-time visual effects that enhance gameplay, communicate ...

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As of Jul 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for 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.

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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.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Real Time Vfx Artist?

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.

What is a Real Time VFX Artist job?

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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VFX Artist III

VFX Artist III

INSPYR Solutions

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$69.26 - $85.41/hr

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Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Title: VFX Artist III
Location: Los Angeles, CA (hybrid schedule)
Duration: 3 to 6+ month contract (expected end 12/2026)
Compensation: $69.26 - $85.41/hour
Summary:
As a Senior Real-Time VFX Artist, you will work closely with animators, artists, and designers to create exceptional action and combat experiences. Leveraging your expertise, you will craft astounding effects that captivate players, enhance immersion, and elevate the overall gameplay experience. Your work will balance artistic excellence with clear visual communication, adding depth and atmosphere while conveying critical gameplay information.

As a VFX Artist III on an unpublished R&D product, you will report to the Animation Lead. You will be responsible for defining VFX pipelines and implementing VFX at high efficiency with little guidance. You will raise or redefine the bar for the project''s VFX needs. Working closely with designers, you will refine the feel, impact, and readability of gameplay moments, ensuring both enhanced player experience and gameplay clarity.

Responsibilities:

  • Work alongside Animators, Tech Artists, and Game Designers, to create stylized VFX for action combat
  • Design real-time VFX that look both incredible and provide clarity within a complex combat environment.
  • Be able to quickly concept, prototype, and implement VFX solutions in a fast paced R&D environment.
  • Flex your mastery of 2D and 3D workflows to enhance your in-engine work.
  • Be comfortable thinking creatively and outside the box to propose solutions to difficult gameplay problems as they arise.
  • Playtest and iterate often. Amass a deep understanding of the game''s fundamentals in order to focus your work towards improving the player''s experience.
  • Foster a healthy working relationship with multiple disciplines, balancing the team''s needs alongside Art priorities.
  • Create style guides and frameworks around shape language, contrast, and clarity, and help your team understand those constraints
Required Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of experience creating real-time VFX for games.
  • Unity, Unreal, or equivalent game engine VFX tools
  • Professional experience developing for mobile or console platforms
  • An understanding of optimization and best practices workflows for real-time games
  • Strong understanding of visual hierarchy, readability, and prioritization in complex gameplay spaces.
Desired Qualifications:
  • Tools experience: have worked with and guided the creation of tools, pipelines, and game engines.
  • Experience building VFX direction for early-stage projects
  • Experience giving direction and delivering clear, constructive feedback to vendors
When submitting your application, please provide a portfolio of high-quality real-time VFX work, including examples of systematic thinking, stylized effects, technical implementation, and gameplay-focused VFX.
About INSPYR Solutions
Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients'' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.
INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

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