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Frima Studio

Unreal Programmer

Quebec, QC

Integrate assets such as 3D models, animations, user interfaces, visual effects, and audio * Contribute to the development of tools that improve the team's efficiency * Participate in code reviews ...

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How much do visual effects jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for visual effects in Quebec is $91,593.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,000.00 and $123,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are visual effects (VFX) in film and television?

Visual effects (VFX) are techniques used in film, television, and other media to create imagery that cannot be achieved during live-action shooting. This includes digitally generated environments, characters, and effects such as explosions, weather, or fantastical creatures. VFX artists use software to seamlessly blend these elements with live footage, enhancing storytelling and bringing imaginative scenes to life. VFX can range from subtle background enhancements to spectacular, action-packed sequences. The field is constantly evolving with advances in technology and creativity.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a visual effects artist?

To thrive as a Visual Effects Artist, you need strong artistic ability, a solid understanding of animation and compositing principles, and often a relevant degree or portfolio demonstrating your skills. Proficiency with industry-standard software like Adobe After Effects, Autodesk Maya, Nuke, and Houdini is typically required, along with knowledge of rendering engines and scripting languages. Creativity, attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and effective communication help artists excel in collaborative, deadline-driven environments. These skills ensure the creation of high-quality, believable visual effects that enhance storytelling and meet production goals.

What are some common challenges faced by visual effects artists in collaborating with directors and other departments?

Visual effects artists often work closely with directors, cinematographers, and editors to ensure that VFX elements align with the creative vision of a project. One common challenge is adapting to last-minute changes from directors or integrating VFX seamlessly with practical footage, which can involve technical problem-solving and flexibility. Effective communication is essential, as VFX artists must clearly explain the possibilities and limitations of digital effects to non-technical team members. Building strong collaborative relationships helps streamline feedback loops and ensures the final product meets both artistic and technical standards.

What is the difference between Visual Effects vs Motion Graphics Designer?

AspectVisual EffectsMotion Graphics Designer
Primary FocusCreating realistic or fantastical effects integrated into live-action footageDesigning animated graphics and visual elements for videos and multimedia
Skills & ToolsCompositing, 3D modeling, software like After Effects, NukeAnimation, graphic design, software like After Effects, Illustrator
Work EnvironmentFilm, TV, advertising, post-production studiosAdvertising agencies, media companies, digital content studios
Industry UsageUsed to enhance live footage with effectsUsed to create animated titles, logos, and visual content

While both roles involve Adobe After Effects and visual creativity, Visual Effects specialists focus on integrating effects into live footage, whereas Motion Graphics Designers create animated graphics and visual content for various media. Both roles are essential in multimedia production but serve different purposes within the industry.

Is visual effects a good career?

Visual effects is a growing field within the entertainment industry that involves creating digital imagery for films, television, and video games. It requires skills in software such as Adobe After Effects and Autodesk Maya, along with a strong understanding of design and technical principles. The career can be competitive but offers opportunities for creative expression and advancement with experience and a strong portfolio.

Is visual effects a stressful career?

A career in visual effects can be stressful due to tight deadlines, high client expectations, and the need for technical precision. It often requires long hours, especially during project crunch times, and demands strong problem-solving skills and proficiency with software like After Effects or Nuke.

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Infographic showing various Visual Effects job openings in Quebec as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 88% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $91,593 per year, or $44 per hour.

Artiste VFX senior / Senior VFX Artist

WarnerMedia

Montreal, QC • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Bienvenue chez Warner Bros. Discovery... l'etoffe dont sont faits les reves

Qui sommes-nous...

Lorsque nous parlons de l'etoffe dont sont faits les reves, nous ne faisons pas seulement reference au monde des sorciers, des dragons et des superheros, ni meme aux merveilles de la planete Terre. Derriere le vaste portefeuille de contenus emblematiques et de marques bien-aimees, il y a les scenaristes qui donnent vie a nos personnages, les equipes de creation qui les amenent dans votre salon et nos reves qui ecrivent la suite...

Des esprits creatifs formidables aux avancees technologiques a travers le monde, WBD offre des opportunites de carriere determinantes, des avantages soigneusement selectionnes et les outils pour explorer et devenir la meilleure version de vous-meme. Ici, nous vous soutenons, ici nous vous reconnaissons, ici vous pouvez vous epanouir.

Depuis son lancement en 2010, Warner Bros. Games Montreal compte plus de 300 employes et continue de croitre et de recruter de nouveaux talents. Travaillant avec certaines des plus grandes marques de Warner Bros. Studios, dont DC Entertainment, le studio se consacre au developpement de jeux video AAA.

WB Game Montreal est a la recherche d'un.e artiste VFX senior de talent pour creer des effets visuels epoustouflants qui surprendront et raviront nos joueurs.

Ton nouveau poste...

Dans ce role, tu travailleras en etroite collaboration avec les equipes de fonctionnalites pour concevoir et creer des effets visuels qui eleveront l'experience de jeu a un niveau superieur. Tu collaboreras avec la direction artistique et les responsables de discipline afin d'assurer une coherence creative tout au long du projet.

Responsabilites de ton poste...

  • Travailler avec la direction artistique et les equipes de contenu pour elever l'experience de jeu en concevant et en creant des effets visuels en temps reel dans toute l'etendue du jeu.
  • Developper une direction creative concernant les techniques et le style VFX afin de maintenir la coherence de l'experience utilisateur.
  • Travailler avec plusieurs equipes pour evaluer et prioriser leurs besoins.
  • Collaborer avec l'equipe technique et les outils disponibles pour ameliorer le pipeline VFX.

Competences & experience...

  • Au moins 5 ans d'experience dans le developpement de jeux video et avoir participe a un titre de jeu AAA publie.
  • Avoir un portfolio/site web demontrant tes competences artistiques.
  • Comprehension des contraintes materielles et maitrise des techniques permettant de les transcender.
  • Maitrise de Maya, de Photoshop et connaissance des logiciels connexes tel que Houdini et EmberGen sont un atout.
  • Bonne connaissance du developpement des VFX en engin de jeu; Connaissance de Unreal 5 et le pipeline Niagara hautement desiree
  • Interet actif pour l'avancement des tendances et des techniques VFX.
  • Connaissance pratique de la technologie des nuanceurs (shaders).
  • Capacite a apprendre et a s'adapter rapidement aux nouvelles technologies.
  • Personne motivee qui s'epanouit dans un environnement collaboratif.


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WB Game Montreal is seeking a talented Senior VFX Artist to create stunning visual effects to surprise and delight our players.

Your New Role...

In this role, you will work closely with feature teams to design and create visual effects that elevate the gameplay experience to the next level. You will collaborate with art direction and discipline leadership to ensure creative alignment and consistency across the project.


Your Role Accountabilities...

  • Work with art direction and content teams to elevate the gameplay experience by designing and creating real-time visual effects across the full scope of the game.
  • Develop creative direction regarding VFX techniques and style to maintain consistency throughout the user experience.
  • Work with multiple feature teams to assess and prioritize their requirements.
  • Collaborate with tools and tech team to enhance VFX pipeline.

Qualifications & Experience...

  • 5+ years of experience in video game development and having worked on a published AAA title.
  • Having a portfolio/website demonstrating your artistic skills.
  • Understanding of hardware constraints and mastery of techniques to transcend them.
  • Mastery of Maya, Photoshop, and knowledge of related software packages such as Houdini and EmberGen are a desired asset.
  • Good knowledge of VFX development in game engines; familiarity with Unreal Engine 5 and the Niagara pipeline is highly desire
  • Active interest in advancement of VFX trends and techniques.
  • Working knowledge of shader technology.
  • Ability to learn and adapt quickly to new technologies.
  • Self-motivated person who thrives in a collaborative environment.

Comment nous faisons avancer les choses...

Cette derniere partie est probablement la plus importante ! Chez WBD, nos principes phares sont les valeurs fondamentales par lesquelles nous operons et sont au cur de la facon dont nous faisons les choses. Vous pouvez les retrouver sur http://www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ ainsi que quelques exemples de l'equipe sur ce que ces principes signifient pour nous, et comment ils se refletent dans leur quotidien. Nous esperons qu'ils resonneront en vous et avons hate d'en discuter lors de votre entretien.

S'engagerpourl'InclusionchezWBD

Warner Bros. Discovery se rejouit de pouvoir former une main-d'uvre qui reflete un large eventail de perspectives, d'origines et d'experiences. Etre un employeur offrant l'egalite des chances signifie que nous prenons au serieux notre responsabilite de considerer les candidatures qualifiees sur la base du merite, sans tenir compte de la race, de la couleur, de la religion, de l'origine nationale, du sexe, de l'orientation sexuelle, de l'identite ou de l'expression de genre, de l'age, du handicap mental ou physique et des informations genetiques, de l'etat civil, de la citoyennete, du statut militaire, du statut de veteran protege ou de toute autre categorie protegee par la loi.

Si vous etes une personne candidate qualifiee et que vous avez besoin de mesures d'adaptation ou d'accommodement lors du processus de candidature et/ou de recrutement, veuillez visiter notre accessibility page pour des instructions afin de soumettre votre requete.

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery... the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are...

When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what's next...

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

Since its launch in 2010, Warner Bros. Games Montreal has more than 300 employees and continues to grow and recruit additional talents. Working with some of Warner Bros. Studios' biggest brands, including DC Entertainment, the studio is dedicated to developing AAA videogames.

How We Get Things Done...

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

If you're a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.

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