About the job
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Lead a team of VFX artists at Virtuos, a leading game development studio. You'll create stunning real-time effects for games and cinematics using Unreal Engine or Unity. Must have 2+ years of VFX experience in the game industry, experience leading VFX teams, and a strong portfolio.
PLAY, GROW and WIN
To be a part of Virtuos means to be a creator.
At Virtuos, we harness the latest technologies to make games better and more immersive than ever before. That is why we pride ourselves in constantly pushing the boundaries of possibility since our founding in 2004.
Virtuosi is a team of experts – people who have come together to share their mutual passion for making and playing games. People with the same enthusiasm for exploring new ideas and the constant drive to excel in their field. People who believe in earning success through dedication.
At Virtuos, we are at the forefront of gaming, creating exciting new experiences daily. Join us to Play, Grow and Win – together.
ABOUT THE POSITION
- Lead a team of VFX Artists, ensuring they follow approved workflow and pipeline practices to create and maintain consistent visual effects quality.
- Review and evaluate our team members to help them keep track of the goals and give support timely.
- Research and analyze current visual effect trends and technology to support the VFX team’s visual quality and style.
- Initiate a training plan to help the team develop skillsets to keep up with the demanding market.
- Create clear and accurate technical writing and documentation regarding VFX production for the artists.
- Work with the Production team to maintain a clear and consistent schedule.
- Produce stunning real-time visual effects for games and cinematics using a mastery of high-quality particle effects, meshes, textures, and shaders.
- At least 2 years of professional VFX experience in the game industry as a Senior or Lead Artist.
- Experienced with real-time game engines such as Unreal Engine, Unity, or proprietary ones.
- Experience in leading VFX team, ability to mentor junior staff.
- Passionate about working collaboratively with the team to find solutions and contribute positively.
- Adaptability to various aesthetics and styles ranging from AAA photorealism to stylized cartoons.
- Killer portfolio with a number of beautiful projects or artworks included.
- Good working knowledge of English.
- Experience with other content creation software: Embergen, Substance Designer, Substance Painter, After Effects.
- Experience with Houdini and dynamic simulations.