VFX Artist
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WHAT’S THE ROLE?
We’re looking for a talented VFX Artist to join our VFX team who will help bring our next generation of immersive experiences to life. This is a multi-faceted role that requires a strong grasp of VFX principles and a passion for creating stunning, believable effects that elevate gameplay and visual storytelling.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:
- Collaborate with the VFX team to plan and deliver realistic and stylised VFX using our proprietary game engine (Cobra) and tools.
- Create high-quality effects such as fire, smoke, explosions, debris, and clouds using our in-house particle editor and other tools.
- Influence the development of internal technologies and tools.
- Work closely with Art and Design teams on all VFX aspects of game development.
- Partner with artists, designers, animators, and programmers to achieve next-gen visuals.
- Ensure VFX are efficient, performant, and creatively impactful.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING:
- Previous experience as a VFX Artist or a strong portfolio demonstrating high-level VFX skills.
- Deep understanding of VFX principles: gameplay, shape, timing, motion, contrast, colour, and composition.
- Strong attention to detail and observational skills for creating authentic and dynamic effects.
- Solid knowledge of real-time game engines and particle systems.
- Ability to balance aesthetic and technical aspects of VFX.
- Proactive and inquisitive approach to problem-solving.
- Great communication and collaboration skills.
- Awareness of memory and performance considerations in VFX creation.
- Proficiency in Maya, Janga Suite, Photoshop, After Effects, Houdini, or equivalent industry-standard software.
- Awareness of industry technology trends.
BONUS IF YOU HAVE:
- Knowledge of game lighting and full-screen FX systems.
- Experience in the film industry working in real-time environments.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:
You will work with talented and passionate people to support, develop or publish our sophisticated and enduring games, in a creative, collaborative and inclusive environment. We love what we do, and we work hard to provide outstanding experiences for our players.
Wellbeing is a big focus at Frontier, and we are continually evolving how we can support our people. We encourage a healthy work/life balance and provide a range of wellbeing activities, initiatives and sessions to support both mental and physical health.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes a success-based annual bonus, share option schemes, life assurance, private family healthcare, flexitime working hours, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, in-house subsidised catering, support with relocation, a Cycle to Work scheme, free bike servicing, and social activities and events.
We strive to create an environment where everyone can fully demonstrate their capability and potential. If you therefore need any reasonable adjustments to support you during the recruitment process, please speak to your Talent Acquisition representative.
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