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

Ubisoft Montpellier; Montpellier; Sur place; EUR 30 000 - 50 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading game development company in Montpellier is seeking a VFX Artist to create and adapt high-quality visual effects. The role involves optimizing work for visual quality, collaborating with artists, and contributing to efficient workflows. Candidates should have strong expertise in real-time game engines, shader systems, and video game industry knowledge. This position promises a dynamic work environment focused on innovation in the gaming industry.

Qualifications

• 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 like After Effects and Houdini.
• Strong expertise in real‑time optimization and technical constraints.
• Thorough understanding of the video game industry.

Responsabilités

• Produce high‑quality visual effects in the VFX production pipeline.
• Serve as a point of reference for artistic and technical aspects.
• Share knowledge and contribute to team growth.
• Support artist validation with reviews.
• Contribute to efficient workflows.
• Build strong working relationships across teams.
• Report on task progress using tracking tools.
• Communicate with stakeholders for task direction.
• Optimize work for visual quality and performance.
• Share best practices and workflows.
• Assist Lead VFX Artist with tasks.

Connaissances

Real-time game engines

Shader and material creation

Advanced particle systems

Visual content creation tools

Real-time optimization

Video game industry knowledge

Bilingual English

Outils

After Effects

Houdini

Embergen

Description du poste

Company Description

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.

Relevant Experience

• 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.

Location

Montpellier, France

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