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Senior VFX Artist

CD PROJEKT
Boston, MA, US
Full-time

Job Description

CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a talented and experienced Senior VFX Artist to join our team. In this role you will be responsible for creating high-quality real-time visual FX for characters, environments and gameplay.

You will also help refine the VFX pipeline, optimize visual effects for performance and maintain high-quality standards.

Daily Responsibilities

  • Create high quality real-time visual effects- explosions, fire, smoke, clouds, weapons FX, debris and weather elements.
  • Collaborate with multiple disciplines to support gameplay, cinematics, environments, with VFX requirements.
  • Research new and innovative workflows, push what is possible in VFX.
  • Ensure VFX content is performant and within budgets.
  • Populating environments with VFX.
  • Write and prepare briefs for work with outsource vendors, review work as necessary.
  • Work with directors and Production to estimate and plan work.
  • Mentor other VFX artists, and help build an environment of creativity, trust, and excellence.

Qualifications

  • Ability to work independently to identify and own work, deliver results.
  • At least 6 years of experience in the gaming industry.
  • Experience with both real time and baked simulation.
  • Knowledge with standard software : Houdini, Max, Maya, etc.
  • Solid portfolio demonstrating expertise.
  • Understanding of PBR concepts.
  • Understanding of rendering techniques, real-time shaders and lighting.
  • Understanding of performance and optimization.
  • Good general knowledge of Maya (or 3ds Max).
  • SideFX Houdini knowledge is a big plus.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and collaboration skills.

Additional Information

This job requires working in Boston, US.

Working mode : in-office in a hybrid or full-time capacity.

Health & Well-being

  • Company paid medical healthcare (dental vision & mental).
  • Paid Leave 20 days of holiday for every team member per year (26 days after two years).
  • No dress-code we like to keep it casual.
  • 401K with employer matching.
  • Gym Membership Reimbursement.

Perks & Professional Growth

  • Flexible working hours.
  • Trainings, lectures and courses internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available.

There’s always something to learn!

  • Merch regular chances to nab some cool swag!
  • A welcome pack filled with goodies to help you feel right at home once you join the team.

Life in the Office

  • Dog-friendly office dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio.
  • Truly international working environment a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.

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