We’re looking for a Senior VFX Artist with at least 5 years experience in game development and one shipped title. You will work closely with the Art, Design and Programming teams to help create VFX assets optimally while working closely with the Art Director’s visual look for the game. You will be spearheading the visual look of our VFX while working with outsource teams and associate artists to maintain a high visual standard. Our ideal candidate demonstrates both the artistic and technical sides of the art process, values teamwork, is autonomous, shows initiative and wants to work in a well-funded startup environment.

Department: VFX
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: United States
Workplace type: Fully remote
Compensation: $85,000 - $120,000 / year

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the art director to achieve a consistent art style in regards to VFX for characters, environments, Gameplay and UI
Closely works with designers to create compelling VFX for game play needs
Creates and integrates VFX assets into the game engine, from prototype to final in game assets
Mentors associate artists with best practices and personal creative growth
Can provide feedback to outsource teams to help support consistent quality and style of the VFX

Qualifications

Required Skills

Advanced knowledge of both 2d and 3d animation and how it relates to VFX
Organized, particularly with asset management
Knowledge of physics and natural phenomena
Advanced knowledge of the Unreal Engine
A solid understanding of both the technical and creative sides of the art process
Understanding of technical limitations with VFX and art creation pipelines
Ability to evaluate needs of the art team and handle outsource as needed
Proven ability to work with art teams to deliver on the games artistic vision
Excellent skills in organization, communication and team collaboration
At least 5 years of experience as a VFX artist

Desired Skills

Simulation software such as Houdini, Ember Gen, etc
Familiarity with 2D VFX software like After Effects, Toon Boom, etc
Experience with Modeling software and UV unwrapping

Benefits

Work from home (anywhere in the US)!
Flexible hours – 32 hour a week minimum / 50 hour maximum
3 weeks vacation each year, in addition to paid holidays and sick days
Competitive healthcare plans including medical, dental, and vision
Available Flexible Spending / Health Savings Accounts
401K with 100% matching up to 4% of your salary
Employee stock options

About Ruckus Games

Ruckus Games is a veteran team of shooter and RPG developers on a mission to break down the barriers that stand between players and the joy of shared play. We are dedicated to crafting exhilarating and heart-pounding experiences that are held together by deep RPG systems which will grip and captivate players for years to come in a world that is ever-evolving alongside our players.

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