Senior VFX Artist

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health insurance

Performance bonuses

Learning opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior VFX Artist to join a cutting-edge studio in Richards Bay. This hybrid role blends in-person collaboration with flexible work, focusing on creating stunning visual effects for games, film, or animation and defining the visual style and technical execution of complex effects.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years of experience, a strong portfolio, and proficiency in Houdini, Maya, 3ds Max, and particle editors, with a solid grasp of real-time rendering.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of experience as a VFX Artist in the game development or film industry.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional skills in creating a wide range of visual effects.
• Proficiency in industry-standard VFX software such as Houdini, Maya, 3ds Max, and particle editors.
• Solid understanding of real-time rendering techniques and optimization.
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, MEL) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, create, and implement high-quality visual effects (VFX) for real-time and pre-rendered applications.
• Develop particle systems, simulations, shaders, and other VFX elements to achieve desired artistic results.
• Collaborate closely with art directors, technical directors, and engineers to integrate VFX into the project pipeline.
• Optimize VFX performance and memory usage while maintaining visual fidelity.
• Mentor junior VFX artists and contribute to best practices and workflows.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to VFX implementation and performance.

Skills

VFX artistry

Real-time rendering

Artistic eye

Collaboration

Tools

Houdini

Maya

3ds Max

Particle editors

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior VFX Artist to join their cutting-edge studio in Richards Bay . This hybrid role offers the best of both worlds, allowing you to collaborate in person with our talented team while also enjoying flexibility. You will be responsible for creating stunning visual effects that elevate our projects, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in digital artistry. This is a critical role for an artist with a proven track record in creating believable and awe-inspiring visual effects for games, film, or animation. You will play a key part in defining the visual style and technical execution of complex effects.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, create, and implement high-quality visual effects (VFX) for real-time and pre-rendered applications.
• Develop particle systems, simulations, shaders, and other VFX elements to achieve desired artistic results.
• Collaborate closely with art directors, technical directors, and engineers to integrate VFX seamlessly into the project pipeline.
• Optimize VFX performance and memory usage while maintaining visual fidelity.
• Mentor junior VFX artists and contribute to the development of best practices and workflows.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to VFX implementation and performance.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of experience as a VFX Artist in the game development or film industry.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional skills in creating a wide range of visual effects.
• Proficiency in industry-standard VFX software such as Houdini, Maya, 3ds Max, and particle editors.
• Solid understanding of real-time rendering techniques and optimization.
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, MEL) is a plus.
• Excellent artistic eye, attention to detail, and a passion for visual storytelling.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility and in-office collaboration.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth in Richards Bay .
• A creative and collaborative studio culture with impactful projects.