Senior VFX

A Senior VFX Artist opportunity is available to join our client’s team in Galway, Ireland, or remotely within a European timezone, on a permanent basis. This role focuses on developing high-quality real-time visual effects for an exciting new First Person Shooter project with a major publisher. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, expertise in Unreal Engine, and a passion for delivering impactful visuals to millions of players worldwide.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Develop high-quality real-time visual effects for characters, weapons, environments, and gameplay.
• Optimise visual effects for performance while maintaining high visual standards.
• Manage pipelines and ensure assets are delivered on schedule.
• Collaborate with other departments to create and integrate VFX assets.
• Research and implement new techniques to improve VFX quality and efficiency.

You Have:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a VFX role within the games industry.
• Expertise in Unreal Engine, including its particle systems such as Niagara.
• Proven ability to create game-ready visual effects, from concept to final setup.
• Proficiency in Photoshop or similar 2D software.
• Familiarity with 3D software such as Maya, 3ds Max, or Blender.
• A strong portfolio or demo reel showcasing your creativity and commitment.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving skills, and openness to feedback.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with shaders and materials in node-based editors like Unreal’s.
• Familiarity with Houdini for physics and dynamics simulations.
• Experience with version control systems such as Perforce.