VFX Artist (Mid/Senior) — Unreal Engine 5

Gunfire Games; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Gunfire Games is seeking a VFX Artist (Mid-Level/Senior) to create and implement high-quality visual effects for our Unreal Engine 5 projects. You will collaborate with multiple disciplines to enhance gameplay and cinematic moments through Niagara-based VFX.

The role requires strong understanding of VFX, real-time performance considerations, and the ability to iterate from concept to polish with a proactive, team-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of professional VFX for games or equivalent experience.
• Experience creating real-time VFX in Unreal Engine 5.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement high-quality visual effects that enhance gameplay, environments, characters, and cinematic experiences.
• Work in Unreal Engine 5 to build and implement VFX using Niagara, particle systems, shaders, Blueprints, materials, and mesh effects.
• Create a wide range of effects, from ambient environmental VFX to character abilities, gameplay effects, and cinematic sequences.
• Collaborate with artists, designers, audio, and other development disciplines to ensure VFX support the overall visual direction and player experience.
• Work with leadership and peers to iterate on effects based on feedback and project needs.
• Balance visual quality with performance requirements when creating and implementing real-time VFX.
• Troubleshoot and refine VFX to ensure they function properly and maintain a high level of visual quality in-game.
• Participate in regular team reviews and provide and receive constructive feedback.
• Adapt VFX work to changing project requirements, priorities, and production needs.

Skills

Unreal Engine 5

Niagara

Shaders

Blueprints

Maya

Photoshop

Tools

Unreal Engine 5

Niagara

Houdini

Photoshop

3D Studio Max

Maya

Job description

Gunfire Games is seeking a VFX Artist (Mid-Level/Senior) to create and implement high-quality visual effects for our Unreal Engine 5 projects. You will collaborate with multiple disciplines to enhance gameplay and cinematic moments through Niagara-based VFX.

The role requires strong understanding of VFX, real-time performance considerations, and the ability to iterate from concept to polish with a proactive, team-oriented mindset.