Visual Effects (VFX) Artist

Global One; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital marketing agency in Cape Town is seeking a talented Visual Effects (VFX) Artist to join their creative team. You will design and create captivating visual effects for various media, enhancing videos and advertisements. Ideal candidates have proven experience in VFX, are deadline-oriented, and possess a strong understanding of relevant software. Join us to produce high-quality visuals and push the boundaries of creativity in digital marketing.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a VFX artist.
• Strong understanding of the software used in VFX.
• Ability to think creatively and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Creating visual effects and animations using software applications.
• Realizing and creating CGI characters.
• Producing visuals for video games and mobile applications.
• Creating simulations and mockups for media production approval.
• Troubleshooting issues with animations.
• Creating storyboards to visualize storyline images.
• Adhering to deadlines to meet production times.
• Following instructions from clients and supervisors.
• Brainstorming with team members on animation concepts.

Skills

VFX Software Proficiency

Creativity

Deadline Management

Job description

About the job Visual Effects (VFX) Artist

Job brief

The VFX artist will work with the creative team to design and create visual effects for digital marketing campaigns. They will enhance videos, ads, and other visual content with stunning effects to captivate the audience. The artist must be able to think creatively and have a strong understanding of the software. They will also be responsible for meeting deadlines and communicating with the team.

Requirements

Proven experience as a VFX artist

Strong understanding of the software

Ability to think creatively

Deadline-oriented

Responsibilities

• Creating visual effects and animations using computerized technology and software applications.
• Realizing and creating CGI characters.
• Producing visuals for video games and mobile applications.
• Creating simulations and mockups to be viewed and approved by those involved in media production, including directors, engineers, and editors.
• Troubleshooting any issues with animations.
• Creating storyboards to understand the images needed for the storyline and where the images should be used.
• Adhering to tight deadlines and other constraints in order to meet production times.
• Following client and supervisor instructions.
• Brainstorming with artists and designers to discuss digital animation concepts, gaming ideas, and progress on current projects.