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Technical Artist

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$130K - $156K/yr

... accessible video games that push the boundaries of interactive entertainment. We respect our ... Lead efforts in building foundational systems for art to establish scenes, animation, rigging, FX ...

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Technical Artist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$130K - $156K/yr

... accessible video games that push the boundaries of interactive entertainment. We respect our ... Lead efforts in building foundational systems for art to establish scenes, animation, rigging, FX ...

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Sr. VFX Artist

Bellevue, WA · On-site

Survival Evolved -- one of the most popular and original video games in recent years. Despite our ... Deep knowledge of vector math, real time lighting, post FX, shaders, and real time performance ...

Studio Wildcard

Sr. VFX Artist

Bellevue, WA · Remote

Survival Evolved -- one of the most popular and original video games in recent years. Despite our ... Deep knowledge of vector math, real time lighting, post FX, shaders, and real time performance ...

Studio Wildcard

Sr. VFX Artist

Bellevue, WA

Survival Evolved -- one of the most popular and original video games in recent years. Despite our ... Deep knowledge of vector math, real time lighting, post FX, shaders, and real time performance ...

Studio Wildcard

Sr. VFX Artist

Bellevue, WA · On-site

Survival Evolved -- one of the most popular and original video games in recent years. Despite our ... Deep knowledge of vector math, real time lighting, post FX, shaders, and real time performance ...

Ember Lab

Lead VFX Artist

Orange, CA · On-site

$130K - $170K/yr

Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in creating visual effects for video games, with a strong ... Experience creating stylized FX textures from scratch. Preferred Qualifications: * Experience ...

Ember Lab

Lead VFX Artist

Orange, CA · On-site

$130K - $170K/yr

Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in creating visual effects for video games, with a strong ... Experience creating stylized FX textures from scratch. Preferred Qualifications: * Experience ...

Ember Lab

Lead VFX Artist

Orange, CA · On-site

$130K - $170K/yr

Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in creating visual effects for video games, with a strong ... Experience creating stylized FX textures from scratch. Preferred Qualifications * Experience ...

Ember Lab

Lead VFX Artist

Orange, CA · On-site

$130K - $170K/yr

Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in creating visual effects for video games, with a strong ... Experience creating stylized FX textures from scratch. Preferred Qualifications: * Experience ...

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How much do video fx artist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for video fx artist in the United States is $246,250.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $92,500.00 and $400,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a video FX artist?

Video FX Artists, also known as Visual Effects Artists, are professionals who create and integrate visual effects into film, television, video games, and other media. They use specialized software to design everything from explosions and magical elements to realistic environments and creatures that can't be captured on camera. Their work enhances storytelling by making scenes more engaging and believable, often collaborating closely with directors, editors, and other post-production teams. Video FX Artists must have a strong artistic sense, technical skills, and knowledge of industry-standard software such as After Effects, Nuke, or Houdini.

What are some common challenges video FX artists face when working on tight production deadlines?

Video FX Artists often work under tight production schedules, which can present challenges such as balancing creativity with speed, managing multiple feedback rounds, and integrating VFX seamlessly into live-action footage. Staying organized and maintaining clear communication with directors and other post-production team members is crucial. It's also important to be adaptable, as last-minute changes to scenes or effects are common and may require quick problem-solving and efficient workflow management.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a video FX artist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Video FX Artist, you need expertise in visual effects design, compositing, and animation, usually supported by a degree in visual arts or a related field. Mastery of industry-standard software such as Adobe After Effects, Nuke, and Maya, along with familiarity with plug-ins and scripting, is essential. Creativity, attention to detail, and strong collaboration skills help you deliver compelling visuals and work effectively within production teams. These abilities are crucial for producing high-quality effects that enhance storytelling and meet demanding project timelines.

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Infographic showing various Video Fx Artist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 75% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 22% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $246,250 per year, or $118.4 per hour.

Technical Artist

Chicago, IL • On-site, Remote

NxT Level
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$130K - $156K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Work with engineering and art teams to develop custom shaders from scratch.

  • Support various art disciplines including shading, environment art, character art, animation, and general art as needed.

  • Profile and optimize shaders and VFX for performance across multiple target platforms.

Job description

Remote – US and Canada only

thatgamecompany designs and develops artistically crafted, broadly accessible video games that push the boundaries of interactive entertainment. We respect our players and want to contribute meaningful, enriching experiences that touch and inspire them.

We seek talent that values integrity and personal growth within an environment of intense collaboration and experimentation.

Our mission - create timeless entertainment that makes positive change to the human psyche worldwide. If you’ve been wanting to have a positive impact on people's lives and the creative challenges associated with doing something different and unique, then come help us shine brighter together.

Major Responsibilities

  • Work with engineering and art teams to develop custom shaders from scratch
  • Work across several art disciplines including shading, environment art, character art, animation and general art to support as the need arises.
  • Profile and optimize shaders and VFX for optimal performance across a wide range of target platforms.
  • Lead efforts in building foundational systems for art to establish scenes, animation, rigging, FX, and material tests.
  • Coordinate with art, technical, and studio leads to help build and maintain a high-performance art pipeline from creation to final package delivery.
  • Contribute to the unique product artistic vision holding high standards for aesthetics and technical art implementation.
  • Optimizing art content for performance.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Profile and optimize shaders and VFX for optimal performance across a wide range of target platforms.
  • Working in our proprietary engine, help to establish our material and vfx pipelines.
  • Document workflows and best practices for materials and vfx

Must-Haves

  • A good understanding of shaders (HLSL and/or GLSL) and ideally able to handle supporting c++ code for those prototypes or tools if required
  • Solid experience working with shader, materials and vfx in an industry standard or proprietary game engine
  • Experience implementing visual effects in an industry standard or proprietary Game Engine from concept to completion
  • Solid experience profiling and optimizing shaders and vfx on multiple platforms
  • 3-5 or more years experience as a Technical Artist
  • Must have 3 or more years experience with Maya and modern 3D art pipelines
  • Proven experience building tools for modern art pipeline with a solid understanding of game engine scripting (ex. Unity, Unreal, Proprietary Engine)
  • Portfolio demonstrating the technical artistic ability, with a focus on custom shaders and vfx
  • Self-motivated and diligent, with established habits for tracking one’s own tasks and seeking out answers when needed

Nice to Haves

  • Writing c++ code would be a plus
  • Knowing Mel, Python, Lua, C++, is a plus
  • Understanding of animation pipelines, including character and environment systems
  • Strong communication skills and a positive and professional attitude
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience in Computer Science, 3D graphics, or related field
  • Experience working with offsite art and programming teams

Perks:

  • Paid Time Off, Holidays and Two Weeks Winter Break
  • Employees and their dependents get medical, dental, and vision coverage, regardless of their level, tenure, or position within the company. Moreover, these benefits start on the first day of the job—there’s no waiting period before they kick in.
  • Pet Insurance for those who need it too.
  • Compassionate leave for employees who needs to take care of their family members
  • Pre-tax wellness stipend
  • Pre-tax work from home stipend
  • Access our savings plan (401K program) with company match
  • Mental health resources including Headspace membership and Employee Assistance Program (CCA)
  • Discount portal for everyday goods and services
  • Employee inclusive and diversity initiatives such as Grow Together
  • Support for personal professional development

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