Senior VFX Artist
Red Rover Interactive is an exciting new game development studio founded by industry veterans from renowned companies such as Funcom, Lockwood Publishing, Bohemia Interactive, Ubisoft Reflections, and more. We're on a mission to reimagine the multiplayer gaming landscape, with an emphasis on crafting groundbreaking survival experiences that champion player agency and drama.
The Role:
As a Senior VFX Artist at Red Rover Interactive AS, you will be a key force in creating, implementing and optimizing breathtaking visual effects that enhance gameplay and deepen immersion. This position calls will call on a blend of artistic talent and technical proficiency, alongside a passion for video games and storytelling.
You will have unmatched expertise in Unreal Engine and a proven track record in crafting game VFX, particularly for first-person shooter, survival, or battle royale games. Additionally you will:
- Design and implement extraordinary VFX using Unreal Engine, elevating the immersive experience of our first-person shooter game.
- Work in tandem with the art and design teams to ensure VFX not only dazzle but also enrich the game's narrative and gameplay mechanics.
- Showcase mastery in particle systems, shaders, and Fullscreen effects to breathe life into our game's dynamic environments.
- Engage in R&D to continually advance our VFX capabilities, keeping us at the cutting edge of gaming visuals.
- Optimize VFX for peak performance without compromising on artistic vision, ensuring a fluid experience for our players.
We are looking for someone who:
- Possesses a robust reel/portfolio that showcases Real-Time FX work that has been realized, Ideally from First Person Games, Shooter, Survival, Battle royale Genre
- Critical understanding of timing, animation, and the movement of real-world objects and visual FX, with the skill to animate dramatic FX with creativity.
- Capable of generating all necessary artwork for FX, Particle effects, Materials, Full Screen effects,..., with scripting experience in Blueprint being a beneficial addition.
- Skilful in secondary areas such as modelling, skinning, animation, or lighting.
- Experience with having contributed to shipped titles within the gaming industry.
- Well-acquainted with the art pipeline of Unreal Engine 4/Unreal Engine 5.
- Experience in Houdini, Embergen, Niagara is essential.
- Experienced in dealing with the memory and performance limitations specific to different platforms.
In addition we expect you to have:
- Previous experience in a similar role, with a strong portfolio highlighting your VFX contributions to successful first-person games.
- For a position at our Newcastle office, you must possess the legal right to work in the UK. Similarly, to be eligible for a position in our Oslo office, one must have the requisite work permissions in Norway (i.e. be an EU national).
How We Work:
We strongly believe that our team and culture are integral to building creative and innovative games, to this ends we prioritize an office-first approach with hybrid home working options. With office locations in Oslo, Norway, and Newcastle, UK, we foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment where each team member's contribution is valued.
The Application Process:
If you know someone on the team, feel free to reach out directly - a personal recommendation speaks volumes. Our hiring process is streamlined to respect your time. Expect an introductory call with our Head of People, followed by a formal interview and skills assessment. In the final interview, you’ll meet the remaining founding members to learn about our vision and strategy.
Are you a trailblazer yearning to make a substantial impact? We’re seeking self-driven professionals who:
- Flourish in a fast-paced startup environment.
- Take initiative and drive development forward.
- Adapt effortlessly to wearing multiple hats.
- Foster innovation through a fail-fast mindset.
If this resonates with you, we invite you to join the ranks of Red Rover Interactive!
- Department
- Art
- Locations
- Oslo, Newcastle upon Tyne
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