Senior VFX Artist - Real-time Cinematics

Placements24; Rustenburg; Presencial; ZAR 520.000 - 900.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Studio space

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Rustenburg is seeking a Senior VFX Artist to craft real-time visual effects for cinematic moments and in-game events. You will design particle systems, shaders, and simulations for fire, smoke, explosions, magic, and environmental phenomena within Unreal Engine or Unity.

The role requires a strong artistic eye, technical proficiency, and collaboration with cinematic and art directors to maintain a high-fidelity visual style across projects.

Formación

• 6+ years of professional VFX experience in the game industry.
• Proven real-time VFX for cinematics and storytelling.
• Expert in Unreal Engine or Unity and VFX tools.
• Strong knowledge of particle systems, fluids, shaders, and materials.
• Strong artistic fundamentals and teamwork.

Responsabilidades

• Create high-quality real-time visual effects for cinematics and events using Unreal or Unity.
• Design particle systems, shaders, textures, and simulations for fire, smoke, explosions, magic.
• Collaborate with cinematic team to define the visual style and technical requirements.
• Optimize VFX assets for performance and memory usage within the game engine.
• Work with art directors and technical artists to develop and maintain VFX style guides and best practices.
• Iterate on effects based on feedback from directors, leads, and art teams.
• Mentor junior VFX artists and contribute to the overall artistic direction of the team.
• Stay current with industry trends and new technologies in real-time VFX creation.

Conocimientos

Real-time VFX

Particle systems

Fluid dynamics

Shader creation

Material authoring

Maya

Blender

Artistic fundamentals

Teamwork/communication

Herramientas

Unreal Engine

Unity

Niagara

Cascade

Shuriken

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a renowned studio specializing in visually stunning game experiences, is searching for a talented Senior VFX Artist to contribute to their Rustenburg, North West based team. This role focuses on creating breathtaking real-time visual effects for in-game cinematics and narrative sequences. You will be responsible for bringing cinematic moments to life through dynamic particle systems, fluid simulations, explosions, magic, and other spectacular visual elements. The ideal candidate is a master of real-time VFX, with a keen artistic eye and a strong technical understanding of game engines. You will work closely with the cinematic and art directors to achieve a consistent and high-fidelity visual style that enhances storytelling and player immersion. This is an exciting chance to leave your mark on visually ambitious projects in a collaborative and creative studio environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Create high-quality, real-time visual effects for cinematics and in-game events using Unreal Engine or Unity.
• Design and implement particle systems, shaders, textures, and simulations for effects such as fire, smoke, explosions, magic, and environmental phenomena.
• Collaborate with the cinematic team to define the visual style and technical requirements for effects.
• Optimize VFX assets for performance, ensuring smooth frame rates and efficient memory usage within the game engine.
• Work with art directors and technical artists to develop and maintain VFX style guides and best practices.
• Iterate on effects based on feedback from directors, leads, and art teams.
• Mentor junior VFX artists and contribute to the overall artistic direction of the team.
• Stay current with industry trends and new technologies in real-time VFX creation.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience as a VFX Artist in the game industry, with a strong focus on real-time effects.
• Proven experience creating stunning VFX for cinematics and storytelling sequences.
• Expert proficiency in a major game engine (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity) and its VFX tools (e.g., Niagara, Cascade, Shuriken).
• Strong understanding of particle systems, fluid dynamics, shader creation, and material authoring.
• Excellent artistic fundamentals, including composition, color theory, and timing.
• Experience with 3D modeling and animation software (e.g., Maya, Blender) for effect elements.
• Ability to create realistic and stylized effects tailored to project requirements.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to receive and provide constructive feedback.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary package commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits program that includes private medical insurance, retirement savings plans, and paid time off. Employees based in Rustenburg enjoy access to a modern, well-equipped studio space designed for collaboration and creativity, complete with high-end workstations and amenities. The company fosters a culture of continuous learning, providing opportunities for professional development, attendance at industry conferences, and internal skill-sharing workshops. Additional perks include regular team events, subsidized meals, and the chance to work on visually groundbreaking projects that reach a global audience. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and innovative studio environment.