Key skills
Node.jsUnityUnreal EngineLeadershipTeam LeadershipPhotoshop
About this role
Role Overview
- Balance hands-on VFX asset creation with team leadership
- Partner closely with Principal VFX Artist to plan and create content
- Oversee and support external VFX partners
- Collaborate with Production Management to scope and estimate work
- Work closely with Art Directors to develop visual targets
- Review VFX artists’ work for aesthetic and technical performance
- Collaborate with multiple disciplines for gameplay and cinematics
- Coordinate with teams to ensure timely delivery of VFX assets
- Work with Tool and Engine team for ongoing improvements
- Champion and implement new production methods and optimizations
- Address complaints related to workplace conduct
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of VFX artists
Requirements
- Advanced level in Houdini and Maya
- 3D modeling and procedural modeling skills
- Strong knowledge of modern game engines and editors (e.g. Unreal, Unity)
- Proficient with real-time particle-editors and VFX systems (e.g. Unreal’s Niagara)
- Advanced understanding of complex node-based shader networks
- Familiarity with game scripting and/or node-based systems
- Strong grasp of technical scripting, programming, and expressions
- Proficient in Photoshop for painting and editing textures
- Knowledge of procedural texture generation software
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Tech Stack
- Node.js
- Unity
- Unreal Engine
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Matching 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Wellness program
- Employee discounts for Sony products
- Bonus package