VFX Artist

3 Weeks ago • All levels • VFX • $102,000 PA - $125,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Bungie is seeking a VFX Artist to create visual effects for rewards content, including exotic weapons, armor, spawn effects, and emotes for their expanding game. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for learning advanced technical and artistic skills, work effectively within a team, and produce stunning in-game visual effects that enhance gameplay and the player experience. Responsibilities include authoring effects assets in collaboration with Leads, using proprietary tools, Photoshop, and 3D packages to create effects that balance visual goals with performance demands, meeting quality standards set by the Art Director and Lead Artist, contributing to the team's schedule and goals, developing Destiny's visual language, and participating in critiques and feedback.
Must have:
  • Experience as a VFX Artist on a shipped game title or equivalent.
  • Demonstrated experience with node-based shaders, particle FX, shader FX, post processes.
  • Understanding of real-time visual effects principles (color theory, timing, performance).
  • Familiarity with Photoshop or equivalent and 3D packages (3ds Max, Maya).
  • Portfolio demonstrating real-time VFX skills, timing, and scale.
  • Effective communication and teamwork skills.
  • Dedicated interest in games.
Good to have:
  • Programming or scripting experience (C++, Python, HLSL).
  • Animation, 3D art, or tech art background.
  • Experience with Houdini, Embergen, Maya fluids tools, or Substance Designer.
Perks:
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage
  • Generous 401(k) matching
  • Flexible time off policies
  • Paid parental leave
  • Social clubs

Job Details

Do you like Space Magic?  Do you like your work to be shown in all the highlight reels and trailers?  Yeah, we get it.  Bungie is looking for a VFX Artist to work on our ever-expanding rewards content.  Rewards VFX includes content such as exotic weapons and armor, spawn effects, as well as our awesome emotes.  The ideal candidate brings a passion to learn advanced technical and artistic skills. They understand how to work effectively with a team and produce stunning in-game visual effects that support gameplay and the overall player experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Work closely with VFX Leads, Art Leads, and Design Leads to author effects assets that enhance gameplay and the player experience
  • Use proprietary tools, Photoshop, and 3D packages to create effects that balance the visual goals of the project with the performance demands of the game engine
  • Meet the quality bar established by the Art Director and Lead Artist
  • Collaborate with other team members and Leads to efficiently and effectively contribute to meeting the team’s schedule and goals
  • Help develop Destiny’s visual language through the craft of visual effects
  • Participate in constructive critiques, and giving and receiving quality feedback

REQUIRED SKILLS

  • Experience working as a VFX Artist on a shipped game title or equivalent
  • Demonstrated experience with node-based shaders, particle FX, shader FX, post processes, etc.
  • Understand the principles of real time visual effects such as color theory, visual design fundamentals, timing, content memory and performance
  • Familiarity in Photoshop or equivalent, and 3D packages such as 3ds Max and Maya
  • A portfolio or demo reel that demonstrates artistic and technical skills in real-time VFX, as well as a firm grasp of timing and scale
  • Effective communication skills, and the ability to work well in a team environment
  • A dedicated interest in games

NICE-TO-HAVE SKILLS

  • Programming or scripting experience in any language (C++ / Python / HLSL)
  • Animation, 3D art, or tech art background
  • Experience with Houdini, Embergen, Maya fluids tools, or Substance Designer
Listed below is this role's base pay range. In other locations that Bungie has approved for remote work, this pay range may be adjusted up to +/- 10% and some roles may be classified as non-exempt (hourly). 

This range is determined by an array of factors, including training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and market demands. Additionally, it is subject to change and may be modified in the future. 

In the journey to make incredible worlds, Bungie employees don't simply do meaningful work - they receive meaningful support. Competitive salaries and discretionary bonus opportunities are just the start. We offer comprehensive healthcare coverage, generous 401(k) matching, flexible time off policies, paid parental leave, social clubs, and so much more. Check out our benefits page: Benefits - Bungie Careers to see all the perks that come with joining Bungie.
Bellevue Pay Range
$102,000$125,000 USD
 

So you don't meet every requirement listed in this job description? Do you think your experience level is not where it needs to be? Studies show that members of certain underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they believe they meet every single qualification. Bungie is focused on building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. If you're interested in this position but your past experience doesn't line up perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we want you to apply anyway. The right role for you may be right around the corner!

Most Bungie full-time employees will adopt a digital first approach allowing remote work in Bungie approved locations (outside of positions identified as 100% onsite in Bellevue/Seattle, or individuals preferring a hybrid/flex environment). Prospective full-time employees who are located outside of a Bungie approved state will need to establish residency in an approved state within 45 days of their start date. Contractors will follow a digital first approach adhering to the location guidelines agreed upon by our third-party employer/vendor and Bungie. Bungie’s remote policy is subject to change at the company’s discretion.

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About The Company

Bungie is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are evaluated without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression and identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, mental or physical disability or other protected status unrelated to the performance of the work involved. As an equal opportunity employer, Bungie, Inc. values the diversity of our work force and the knowledge of our personnel.

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