VFX Artist — Real-Time Effects, Hybrid + Relocation

Frontier Developments

Cambridge (MA)

Hybrid

USD 60,386 - 87,224

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Success-based annual bonus
Share option schemes
Life assurance
Private family healthcare
Flexitime working hours
Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
In-house subsidised catering
Cycle to Work scheme
Social activities and events

Job summary

Frontier Developments in Cambridge is seeking a talented VFX Artist to join their VFX team. You will help create stunning and believable effects that elevate gameplay experiences and storytelling.

The ideal candidate should have a strong portfolio in VFX and proficiency in tools such as Maya, Houdini, and Photoshop. The role supports both in-studio and hybrid work arrangements.

In addition to competitive pay, Frontier offers excellent benefits including a success-based bonus and support for relocation.

Qualifications

  • Previous experience as a VFX Artist or a strong portfolio demonstrating high-level VFX skills.
  • Deep understanding of VFX principles: gameplay, shape, timing, motion, contrast, colour, and composition.
  • Proficiency in industry-standard software such as Maya, Photoshop, After Effects, and Houdini.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the VFX team to create realistic and stylised VFX using the proprietary Cobra engine.
  • Work closely with Art and Design teams on all VFX aspects of game development.
  • Ensure VFX are efficient, performant, and creatively impactful.

Skills

VFX principles
Attention to detail
Real-time game engines
Maya
Photoshop
After Effects

Tools

Houdini
Janga Suite

Job description

Frontier Developments in Cambridge is seeking a talented VFX Artist to join their VFX team. You will help create stunning and believable effects that elevate gameplay experiences and storytelling.

The ideal candidate should have a strong portfolio in VFX and proficiency in tools such as Maya, Houdini, and Photoshop. The role supports both in-studio and hybrid work arrangements.

In addition to competitive pay, Frontier offers excellent benefits including a success-based bonus and support for relocation.

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