Experienced VFX Artist - Real Time (M/F/NB) - Beyond Good & Evil 2

Ubisoft Entertainment; Montpellier; Hybride; EUR 35 000 - 50 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Ubisoft Entertainment seeks an Experienced VFX Artist to contribute to their innovative gaming projects like 'Beyond Good & Evil 2'. The role involves creating high-quality visual effects, collaborating closely with teams, and optimizing workflows. This is an opportunity to join a leader in gaming, known for its commitment to diversity and creativity.

Qualifications

• Excellent command of real-time game engines required.
• Proven experience as a VFX Artist in the video game industry.
• Participation in at least one complete video game development cycle.

Responsabilités

• Produce high-quality visual effects adhering to technical and artistic constraints.
• Support the artist validation process by conducting reviews.
• Build strong relationships with team members for effective collaboration.

Connaissances

Real-time game engines

Shader and material creation systems

Advanced particle systems

Visual content creation tools

Real-time optimization

Understanding of video game industry

Bilingual English

Proven VFX artist experience

Experience with real-time game engines

Game development cycle participation

Outils

After Effects

Houdini

Embergen

Description du poste

Experienced VFX Artist - Real Time (M/F/NB) - Beyond Good & Evil 2

Ubisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six to Just Dance and more. We believe diverse perspectives help both players and teams thrive. If you’re passionate about innovation and pushing entertainment boundaries, join our journey and help us create the unknown!

JOB DESCRIPTION

Under the supervision of the Lead FX Artist, your role will be to create and/or adapt high-quality visual effects in line with the technical constraints and artistic direction of the Beyond Good & Evil 2 project.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality visual effects at any stage of the VFX production pipeline, while adhering to the project’s technical and artistic constraints.
• Serve as a point of reference for the team on various artistic and technical aspects.
• Share knowledge and contribute to the motivation and growth of the team.
• Support the artist validation process by conducting reviews when needed and providing constructive feedback.
• Actively contribute to the implementation of more efficient workflows and methods.
• Build strong working relationships with artists, technical artists, and other developers to ensure effective collaboration throughout the asset production process.
• Report on the progress of assigned tasks using designated tracking tools.
• Communicate and collaborate with key stakeholders to confirm task direction and ensure consistent quality within the team.
• Optimize work to maintain a balance between visual quality and performance.
• Establish and share best practices, production pipelines, and workflows across the team.
• Assist the Lead VFX Artist with various ad hoc tasks and responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

Skills and Knowledge

• Excellent command of real-time game engines.
• Deep understanding of shader and material creation systems.
• Proficiency with advanced particle systems.
• Knowledge of visual content creation tools (e.g., After Effects, Houdini, Embergen).
• Strong expertise in real-time optimization and technical constraints (e.g., console performance).
• Thorough understanding of the video game industry and awareness of game development processes.
• Advanced or bilingual level of English is required.
• Proven experience as a VFX Artist in the video game industry.
• Contributions to multiple games as a VFX Artist.
• Experience with at least two real-time game engines and production pipelines.
• Participation in at least one complete video game development cycle.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

We embrace a hybrid work model helping you stay connectedwith your team and aligned with business priorities, while giving you the opportunity to maintain your work-life balance.Note, that some roles are fully office-based and are not eligible for hybrid work.

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