Expert VFX Artist

2 Weeks ago • 10 Years + • Technical Art

Job Summary

Job Description

CD PROJEKT RED seeks an Expert VFX Artist to join their Boston studio (remote options available) for Project Orion, the next Cyberpunk game. Responsibilities include creating high-quality real-time VFX (explosions, fire, smoke, etc.), mentoring junior artists, collaborating across disciplines, driving innovation in VFX workflows and techniques, ensuring performance within technical budgets, populating environments with immersive VFX, managing outsourced work, and collaborating with directors on project planning. The ideal candidate will possess 10+ years of gaming industry experience with a focus on real-time VFX, proven leadership skills, expertise in real-time and baked simulations, and a strong understanding of VFX tools (Houdini, Maya, Max), PBR concepts, and optimization techniques. A strong portfolio showcasing mastery in game VFX is essential.
Must have:
  • 10+ years VFX experience in gaming
  • Leadership & mentorship skills
  • Real-time & baked simulation expertise
  • Houdini, Maya, Max proficiency
  • PBR, rendering, shader, lighting knowledge
  • Performance optimization expertise
  • Strong portfolio
Perks:
  • Company-paid healthcare (dental, vision, mental)
  • Paid leave (20 days)
  • 401k with employer matching
  • Gym membership reimbursement
  • Flexible working hours
  • Training opportunities
  • Company merch
  • Welcome pack
  • Dog-friendly office

Job Details

Company Description

To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members!

Job Description

CD PROJEKT RED is looking for an Expert VFX Artist to join our studio in Boston to work on Project Orion, the follow-up to Cyberpunk 2077 and the next major video game in the Cyberpunk franchise. This candidate will bring their years of expertise, stellar mentorship skills, meticulous attention to detail, and passion for creating world class assets to help drive the next generation of high fidelity VFX in games. 

Responsibilities

  • Create high-quality, real-time visual effects: explosions, fire, smoke, clouds, weapons FX, debris, and weather elements.
  • Mentor VFX artists, fostering a culture of creativity, trust, and technical excellence.
  • Collaborate across multiple disciplines to support gameplay, cinematics, and environments with best-in-class VFX.
  • Drive innovation and research new workflows, tools, and techniques to push the boundaries of real-time VFX.
  • Ensure VFX content is performant and within technical budgets.
  • Populate environments with stunning and immersive VFX.
  • Write and prepare briefs for outsourced work, provide feedback, and maintain quality standards.
  • Partner with Directors and Production to strategically plan and estimate work, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in the gaming industry, with a focus on real-time VFX creation.
  • Proven leadership experience, with a track record of mentoring and developing talent.
  • Expertise in both real-time and baked simulations.
  • Strong knowledge of VFX tools and pipelines (Houdini, Max, Maya, etc.).
  • Solid understanding of PBR concepts, real-time rendering techniques, shaders, and lighting.
  • Deep knowledge of performance and optimization for real-time VFX.
  • Experience working independently to identify, own, and deliver high-impact work.
  • Strong knowledge of SideFX Houdini
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.
  • A strong portfolio that demonstrates mastery in VFX creation for games.

Additional Information

This position can be onsite in Boston or fully remote from the USA or Canada. 

Health & Well-being

  • Company paid medical healthcare (dental vision & mental).
  • Paid Leave — 20 days of holiday for every team member per year (26 days after two years).
  • No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.
  • 401K with employer matching.
  • Gym Membership Reimbursement.

Perks & Professional Growth

  • Flexible working hours.
  • Trainings, lectures and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn!
  • Merch — gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to nab some cool swag!
  • A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team.

Life in the Office

  • Dog-friendly office — dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio.
  • Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.
     

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About The Company

CD PROJEKT RED is home to over 1000 game-making professionals from all over the globe. We speak many different languages, but share one love — video games.


We are creators of The Witcher series of games, including the acclaimed The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. Most recently, we have created Cyberpunk 2077 and its spy-thriller expansion Phantom Liberty.


We are headquartered in Warsaw, Poland, with studios in Cracow and Wroclaw. In North America, we operate in Vancouver and will be opening a new studio in Boston to drive development on the followup to Cyberpunk 2077. 


We’re proud to have a gamer-first approach, a diverse & supportive culture, and a focus on mature, meaningful storytelling that will inspire gamers for years to come.


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