VFX Artist III

INSPYR Solutions; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

INSPYR Solutions is seeking a VFX Artist III for a contract position, focusing on creating engaging visuals for Teamfight Tactics. Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, the artist will design and implement special effects that enhance gameplay. This remote position requires a proven track record in real-time VFX production and expertise in software tools such as Unreal and Maya.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical benefits

Competitive pay

401(k) retirement plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience creating real-time stylized VFX in games.
• Skills in Unreal, Maya, 3DS Max, Photoshop.
• Proven ability to create high-quality, stylized real-time VFX.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with designers to create engaging gameplay visuals.
• Lead the visual development of VFX from concept to in-engine implementation.
• Balance visual appeal and gameplay clarity.

Skills

Real-time stylized VFX

3D/2D Software skills

High-quality, stylized VFX

Game development pipeline understanding

Tools

Unreal

Maya

3DS Max

Photoshop

Job description

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INSPYR Solutions provided pay range

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Base pay range

$69.26/hr - $85.41/hr

Title: VFX Artist III
Location: 100% Remote
Compensation:$69.26-$85.41/Hour
Duration: 8 month contract
Work Requirement: US Citizen, GC Holder, or Authorized to work in the U.S.

Overview:
As a VFX Artist III on the Teamfight Tactics Team, you will support a variety of projects on our R&D team, as we create new systems and assets that will both surprise and delight players.

You will work closely with the team's Delivery Manager, Designers, Engineers, other discipline artists and the Art Lead to stay aligned on vision and priorities. Work days will vary from a wide range of products; from Environment VFX, adapting existing assets for new gameplay mechanics, updating classic content, to working on innovative effects for future Teamfight Tactics features.

As part of the VFX craft discipline, you'll help design and implement special effects that enrich the atmosphere and depth of the game. With your artistic and technical expertise, you'll create visually stunning effects that also communicate vital game information. Your skills in asset conversion and system setup will allow you to reimagine existing elements and create fresh visual experiences that resonate with players.

Title: VFX Artist III
Location: 100% Remote
Compensation:$69.26-$85.41/Hour
Duration: 8 month contract
Work Requirement: US Citizen, GC Holder, or Authorized to work in the U.S.

Overview:
As a VFX Artist III on the Teamfight Tactics Team, you will support a variety of projects on our R&D team, as we create new systems and assets that will both surprise and delight players.

You will work closely with the team's Delivery Manager, Designers, Engineers, other discipline artists and the Art Lead to stay aligned on vision and priorities. Work days will vary from a wide range of products; from Environment VFX, adapting existing assets for new gameplay mechanics, updating classic content, to working on innovative effects for future Teamfight Tactics features.

As part of the VFX craft discipline, you'll help design and implement special effects that enrich the atmosphere and depth of the game. With your artistic and technical expertise, you'll create visually stunning effects that also communicate vital game information. Your skills in asset conversion and system setup will allow you to reimagine existing elements and create fresh visual experiences that resonate with players.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with designers to create engaging gameplay visuals

• Update and adapt iconic effects from existing game assets into Teamfight Tactics

• Lead the visual development of VFX from concept to in-engine implementation

• Balance visual appeal and gameplay clarity, ensuring that effects accurately represent their intended gameplay action or state

• Solve complex production challenges and assist in guiding decisions around clarity and implementation to support product and design needs

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience creating real-time stylized VFX in games

• Skills in 3D/2D Software - Unreal, Maya, 3DS Max, Photoshop

• Proven ability to create high-quality, stylized real-time VFX

• Comprehensive understanding of the game development pipeline, including optimization and implementation

Desired Qualifications:

• Development experience creating VFX, materials, and PBR assets within modern game engines (Unreal's Niagara, Cascade, etc)

• Familiarity with League of Legends / Teamfight Tactics IP and style

• Experience in providing direction and constructive feedback to vendors

Our benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Competitive pay
• 401(k) retirement plan
• …and much more!

About INSPYR Solutions
Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.

INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities

Seniority level

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