Senior VFX Artist (Real-time Specialist)

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Cutting-edge technology exposure

Creative work environment

Competitive contractor rates)

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior VFX Artist specializing in real-time effects to lead visually stunning VFX in interactive environments. The role focuses on creating, implementing, and refining high-quality real-time visuals that enhance gameplay across platforms.

You will collaborate with designers and developers to ensure performance targets and artistic direction are met, mentoring junior artists and staying ahead of industry trends.

Qualifications

• Proven real-time VFX experience with a strong portfolio.
• Experience creating, implementing, and optimizing real-time VFX in games.
• Strong understanding of particle systems, shaders, and post-processing.

Responsibilities

• Create, implement, and optimize real-time VFX using industry engines.
• Develop particle systems, shaders, and material effects.
• Collaborate with designers and technical artists to integrate VFX.
• Ensure VFX meet performance targets across platforms.
• Prototype new VFX ideas and contribute to artistic direction.
• Maintain and improve existing VFX assets.

Skills

Real-time VFX

Portfolio

Unreal Engine

Unity

Shader programming

Team collaboration

Time management

Independent work

Education

Degree in Computer Graphics

Degree in Game Design

Tools

Unreal Engine

Unity

Maya

3ds Max

Substance Painter

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in the Arts & Entertainment sector, is seeking a talented and experienced Senior VFX Artist with a specialization in real-time effects to join their dynamic team. This role is ideal for a creative professional passionate about bringing visually stunning and technically precise effects to life within interactive environments. Based in Centurion, Gauteng , this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-profile projects, working alongside a dedicated team of artists and developers. You will be responsible for creating, implementing, and optimizing visually compelling VFX that enhance player immersion and gameplay experience. We are looking for a visionary artist who can push the boundaries of real-time graphics and deliver exceptional results.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, implement, and optimize high-quality real-time visual effects (VFX) using industry-standard engines (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity).
• Develop particle systems, shaders, material effects, and post-processing effects to achieve desired visual outcomes.
• Collaborate closely with game designers, technical artists, and other departments to integrate VFX seamlessly into projects.
• Ensure VFX are performant, meeting target frame rates and memory budgets across various platforms.
• Conceptualize and prototype new VFX ideas, contributing to the artistic direction of projects.
• Maintain and improve existing VFX assets, ensuring visual quality and technical stability.
• Mentor junior VFX artists, providing guidance on best practices and technical challenges.
• Stay current with emerging real-time VFX technologies and techniques.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any visual or technical issues related to VFX implementation.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior VFX Artist with a strong focus on real-time graphics within the Arts & Entertainment industry.
• A compelling portfolio showcasing exceptional real-time VFX work across multiple projects.
• Expert proficiency in real-time game engines such as Unreal Engine or Unity.
• Strong understanding of particle systems, material editors, shaders, and post-processing effects.
• Experience with 3D modeling, texturing, and animation software (e.g., Maya, 3ds Max, Substance Painter).
• Knowledge of performance optimization techniques for real-time rendering.
• Excellent artistic eye for detail, color, and composition.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively to meet deadlines.
• A degree in Computer Graphics, Game Design, or a related field is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive contractor rates commensurate with experience and skill level.
• Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects in the gaming and entertainment industry.
• Flexible work arrangements, allowing for remote work flexibility.
• Exposure to innovative technologies and development pipelines.
• Collaborative and creative work environment.
• Significant impact on the visual fidelity and player experience of key projects.