Senior Technical Artist - Real-Time VFX for Interactive Media

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 700.000 - 1.200.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health coverage

Professional development budget

Home office equipment

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Technical Artist for a remote-first team pushing real-time VFX for immersive experiences. You will bridge art and tech, optimize pipelines, and mentor juniors from anywhere, with Durban oversight to align with global projects.

You will design shaders, particle systems, and tools for Unity/Unreal, collaborating with art directors and engineers to maintain performance budgets across platforms.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 5 years as a Technical Artist focused on real-time VFX.
• Proficient with Maya, 3ds Max, Houdini and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Expert in real-time engines (Unity or Unreal) and shader work.
• Strong scripting skills (HLSL, GLSL, Python, C#) for tools and automation.
• Portfolio showcasing real-time VFX work.

Aufgaben

• Develop, implement, and optimize real-time visual effects for interactive applications and games.
• Collaborate with art directors and game designers to define aesthetic and technical goals.
• Create and maintain VFX assets, including particle systems, shaders, and post-processing.
• Develop and refine tools/workflows to improve VFX pipelines.
• Troubleshoot VFX performance and rendering across platforms.
• Mentor junior technical artists and share knowledge.

Kenntnisse

Real-time VFX

Maya/Max/Houdini

Unity/Unreal shader

Scripting (HLSL/GLSL/Python/C#)

Particle systems & fluids

Tools

Maya

3ds Max

Houdini

Unity

Unreal Engine

Adobe Creative Suite

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking leader in the digital arts and interactive entertainment sector, is actively seeking a highly skilled Senior Technical Artist to join their esteemed, remote-first team. This role is instrumental in bridging the gap between artistic vision and technical implementation, with a focus on creating stunning real-time visual effects (VFX) for a variety of immersive projects. As a fully remote employee, you will have the flexibility to contribute your expertise from anywhere, collaborating with a global team dedicated to innovation. You will be responsible for developing and optimizing cutting-edge VFX pipelines and assets, ensuring both artistic quality and performance efficiency. This is an exceptional opportunity for a talented technical artist to shape the visual landscape of interactive experiences, working within a supportive and creatively driven virtual environment. While the company operates globally, this role is managed under the strategic oversight of their Durban operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimize high-quality real-time visual effects for interactive applications and games.
• Collaborate closely with art directors and game designers to define and achieve the desired aesthetic and technical goals.
• Create and maintain VFX assets, including particle systems, shaders, and post-processing effects, ensuring they meet performance budgets.
• Develop and refine tools and workflows to improve the efficiency of the art and VFX pipelines.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to VFX performance and rendering across multiple platforms.
• Mentor junior technical artists and share knowledge to elevate the team's overall skill set.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in real-time rendering technology, VFX software, and game engines.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Technical Artist, with a strong specialization in real-time VFX.
• Proficiency in industry-standard DCC tools such as Maya, 3ds Max, Houdini, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Expertise with real-time engines like Unity or Unreal Engine, including shader creation and optimization.
• Strong programming or scripting skills (e.g., HLSL, GLSL, Python, C#) for tool development and automation.
• Deep understanding of particle systems, fluid simulations, and other VFX techniques.
• Excellent understanding of PBR workflows and material pipelines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote setting, demonstrating strong communication skills.
• A portfolio that clearly showcases exceptional real-time VFX work and technical problem-solving abilities is essential.

Benefits

This fully remote position offers a competitive salary of R per annum , comprehensive health coverage, and access to a flexible work schedule. Employees receive a budget for professional development and home office equipment. The company promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers opportunities for significant career growth within a global, innovative team. You'll be part of a company that values creativity and technical excellence, with the freedom to work from where you are most productive.