Senior VFX Artist
We are looking for a talented and experienced Senior VFX Artist to join Stormind Games and contribute to the creation of high-quality real-time visual effects across our projects. In this role, you will play a key part in crafting impactful, immersive VFX that enhance gameplay, storytelling, and player experience, while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to ensure technical excellence and performance optimization.
Responsibilities
* Create and implement high-quality real-time visual effects (explosions, fire, smoke, magic, particles, environmental interactions).
* Collaborate closely with the Art Director to ensure VFX aligns with the overall art direction and visual vision of the project.
* Work with Game Designers and Technical Artists to integrate VFX seamlessly into gameplay systems and mechanics.
* Contribute to the development and improvement of VFX pipelines, workflows, and best practices.
* Ensure all visual effects are optimized for performance across target platforms.
* Review and iterate on VFX assets based on feedback from Art Direction, Design, and Technical teams.
* Prototype new ideas and techniques, evaluating feasibility, performance, and visual impact.
* Support and mentor junior VFX artists, sharing knowledge and promoting quality standards.
* Collaborate with QA to identify and resolve visual or performance-related issues.
* Maintain a high level of quality and consistency across all VFX assets.
Requirements
* Minimum 5 years of experience as a VFX Artist in video game development.
* Previous experience in a Senior VFX role.
* Strong expertise in real-time VFX creation using modern game engines (e.g. Unreal Engine, Unity).
* Solid understanding of shaders, particles, materials, and real-time rendering pipelines.
* Strong proficiency with Houdini for procedural VFX, simulations, and real-time asset creation, including integration into game engines.
* Proven experience optimizing VFX for performance on multiple platforms.
* Ability to balance artistic quality with technical constraints.
* Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in a production environment.
* Strong communication skills.
* Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience working on shipped AAA or AA titles.
* Familiarity with console development and platform-specific constraints.
* Experience contributing to VFX pipelines and workflow improvements.
* Knowledge of scripting or technical art workflows.
Soft Skills
* Strong creative vision with great attention to detail.
* Proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
* Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team.
* Adaptability in a fast-paced development environment.
* Collaborative attitude and strong interpersonal skills.
Submit your resume and portfolio in English to join Stormind Games.