Lead Real-Time VFX Artist (Hybrid) — Creative Impact

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.200.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Hybrid work arrangement

Health insurance & retirement plan

Growth opportunities

Creative team in Port Elizabeth

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Lead VFX Artist to guide their visual effects team in creating stunning real-time effects for upcoming projects. Based in Port Elizabeth, you will define the visual style of effects, manage the VFX pipeline, and ensure the team delivers high-quality, performant visuals that enhance gameplay.

You will lead a team of artists, collaborate with directors and engineers, and stay ahead of industry trends in real-time VFX while balancing studio collaboration and

Qualifikationen

• 6+ years of VFX artistry experience in games or real-time applications.
• Leadership experience across a team of artists.
• Proficiency with Maya and Houdini for asset creation and effects.
• Experience with Python scripting for pipeline improvements is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of VFX artists, setting artistic direction and quality standards.
• Create and implement visual effects including explosions, magic, and environmental effects.
• Develop and optimize VFX assets and shaders for real-time rendering in game engines.
• Collaborate with art directors, designers, and engineers to ensure seamless VFX integration.
• Manage the VFX pipeline, ensuring efficient workflows and timely delivery of assets.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging techniques in real-time VFX.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Artistic eye

Maya

Houdini

Shaders

Python

Real-time rendering

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Lead VFX Artist to guide their visual effects team in creating stunning real-time effects for upcoming projects. Based in Port Elizabeth, you will define the visual style of effects, manage the VFX pipeline, and ensure the team delivers high-quality, performant visuals that enhance gameplay.

You will lead a team of artists, collaborate with directors and engineers, and stay ahead of industry trends in real-time VFX while balancing studio collaboration and