Lead 2D VFX Artist

PowerUp Talent; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading gaming company is seeking a Lead 2D VFX Artist in Madrid with 5+ years of experience in game animation, specifically in 2D visual effects. This role will lead the VFX pipeline and ensure quality visuals that align with the artistic vision. The successful candidate will collaborate with teams in Barcelona and globally, focusing on creating stylized animations and managing VFX resources. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Servicios

Opportunity for career growth

Dynamic work environment

Collaboration with talented artists

Formación

• 5+ years of professional experience in the gaming industry focusing on stylized 2D character animations.
• Solid understanding of 2D skeletal animation techniques.
• Basic knowledge of technical art concepts and optimization processes for mobile platforms.

Responsabilidades

• Create VFX from initial concept to final implementation.
• Design stylized 2D elements for various effects.
• Efficiently manage VFX resources.

Conocimientos

Frame-by-frame 2D animations

Visual effects

2D artistry

Collaboration

Leadership skills

Descripción del empleo

Overview

We seek a Lead 2D VFX Artist with 5 to 10 years of experience in game animation, particularly focused on frame-by-frame 2D animations and visual effects for mobile games. This role emphasizes 2D artistry over 3D, and you will be responsible for leading the VFX pipeline while ensuring the delivery of high-quality visuals that align with the artistic and gameplay vision. You will work closely with other teams locally in Barcelona and remotely with our client's global teams to ensure seamless integration of VFX assets and foster a collaborative, creative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Create visual effects (VFX) from initial concept artwork to final implementation.
• Design stylized 2D elements for projectiles, spells, environmental effects, and more.
• Efficiently optimize and manage VFX resources.
• Collaborate on additional VFX-related tasks, including UI and 2D animation.
• Assist throughout the entire game development process.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience as a VFX Artist in the gaming industry, with a focus on stylized 2D character animations.
• Solid understanding of 2D skeletal animation techniques.
• Basic knowledge of technical art concepts and optimization processes for mobile platforms.
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal oversight.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

What We Offer

• An exciting opportunity to be part of a new office in Barcelona, one of Europe’s most vibrant cities.
• A dynamic work environment with opportunities for career growth and development.
• Collaboration with some of the most talented artists and developers in the gaming industry.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.