VFX — artist

Program-Ace is looking for a VFX — artist with 3+ years of experience.

Requirements:

• Experience with creating consistently brilliant, eye-catching, real-time FX using UE4 and in-game FX systems (Niagara);
• Proficient with 3D graphics, particle systems, physics, ribbons, etc.;
• Working knowledge of real time rendering engines, and a good understanding of the render thread in UE4.;
• Organizational skills in handling large VFX libraries;
• Solid game design awareness and an exceptional game design-oriented collaborator;
• Self-driven, excellent communicator.

Responsibilities:

• Technical setup, integration, and troubleshooting of VFX in a Unreal Engine 4;
• Establishing and maintaining high standards for effects artwork whilst seeking ways to push the quality bar;
• Design, create and implement custom and re-usable “real-time” particle effects, simulations and effects animations for gameplay, cinematics and scripted events;
• Oversee the correction of the team’s bugs;
• Become familiar with game design documents, and identify special effects opportunities and needs;
• Check with programmers to see if the intended effects are viable in the engine, and propose alternative solutions and/or developments where needed;
• Assist with the development and improvement of the VFX pipeline;
• Work with lead artists and the art director to ensure timely completion of VFX assets;
• Provide reviews to the Producer on the progress of the work carried out by the team.

WOULD BE A PLUS:

• Previously shipped PC or console titles as a VFX artist;
• Experience authoring custom materials, a good understanding of how to optimize in the vertex and pixel shaders;
• Skill in one or more related disciplines — modeling, animation, or technical art;
• Experience in Houdini and other simulation FX systems outside of particles and sprites.

We offer:

• Competitive salary;
• Paid 24-day vacation;
• Sick leave compensation;
• Flexible working hours;
• Team buildings;
• Performance reviews with possible salary raises.