Senior VFX Artist

4 Weeks ago • 5-8 Years • Technical Art • $110,000 PA - $150,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Bladework Games seeks a Senior VFX Artist to join their team in developing a new online multiplayer dungeon-running game. Responsibilities include designing and implementing high-fidelity, stylized visual effects that enhance gameplay and player experience. The role requires strong technical skills in Unreal Engine 4/5 (Niagara and Blueprints), shader creation, and material/texture optimization. Collaboration with art and design teams to concept, prototype, and implement VFX elements is crucial, as is iterating on assets based on feedback. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience creating stylized VFX for a shipped title and a passion for multiplayer games. Proactive problem-solving and contribution to a small team are essential.
Must have:
  • 5+ years VFX experience (stylized)
  • UE4/5 Niagara & Blueprints proficiency
  • Shader, material & texture optimization
  • VFX fundamentals for combat games
  • Photoshop & Maya (or equivalent 3D software)

Job Details

Bladework Games is an independent game studio developing an original, living, online multiplayer IP for the PC first and cross platform future. We are building a new take on the dungeon running experience, focused on fast-paced, fun, co-op competitive experiences.

We're looking for someone who wants to be part of the core foundation of Bladework Games. A VFX artist who has a solid understanding of stylized effects along with a passion for pioneering a game’s visual language. As a Senior VFX Artist, you will work closely with other members of the team to help develop scalable VFX workflows and create stylized, polished, high fidelity effects that entertain and convey essential gameplay information to players. If you love playing games and enjoy the challenge and responsibilities coming from a small team, you might be a great fit.

If this sounds appealing to you, we'd love to chat.

Responsibilities:

  • Strong technical and artistic skills

  • Design and implement awesome visual effects that both communicate gameplay and maintain quality

  • Interpret concept designs while taking into account technical and design constraints

  • Work with art and design to concept, prototype, and implement VFX elements

  • Partner with the team to solve cross disciplinary challenges.

  • Iterate on game assets via prototyping and group feedback

  • Voice your feedback and opinions!

  • A desire to join a small team where being pro-active is vital to success

Skills & Requirements:

  • Experience in creating stylized VFX on at least 1 shipped title.

  • Familiarity with UE4/5 Niagara, and Blueprints.

  • Familiarity with creation and optimization of custom shaders, materials and textures.

  • Proficiency in VFX fundamentals for combat games including timing, shape language, and color theory.

  • Skills in Photoshop and Maya or other 3D Software.

  • Deep passion for multiplayer games and player experience.

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About The Company

We are building a unique online cooperative multiplayer experience. We believe there is a huge opportunity in here, and we are fully funded and committed to a long term journey crafting something amazing. At this moment, we’re looking for talented individuals to join us in shaping both the journey, and ultimately the product.

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