Senior - Lead VFX Artist (Mobile)

Permanent / Full Time
Spain
Europe
DOE
Art and Animation
1583694
02-04-2025 04:37 PM
A leading mobile game art production studio is seeking an experienced Senior or Lead VFX Artist to join their growing team. This role involves end-to-end ownership of stylized real-time VFX creation, from concept to integration. You’ll collaborate closely with artists, designers, and developers to deliver high-quality effects that enhance the gameplay experience. The position also offers the opportunity to lead and mentor other VFX artists.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and implement stylized real-time VFX, particle systems, and shaders using tools such as Unity VFX Graph, Spine, Adobe Animate, and Niagara
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure VFX aligns with the game's artistic and gameplay direction
  • Optimize VFX for performance across mobile platforms using profiling and debugging tools
  • Develop shaders and contribute to the technical development of the VFX pipeline
  • Provide leadership and mentorship to junior VFX artists, supporting quality standards and team growth
  • Contribute to the creative vision while maintaining efficiency and scalability in production
Requirements
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating high-quality stylized VFX work in games
  • Proficiency with Unity and experience optimizing visual effects for performance
  • Scripting skills in C#, Python, or other relevant languages
  • Experience working with both real-time and pre-rendered effects
  • Familiarity with game engines, art pipelines, and mobile game production constraints
  • Prior experience mentoring or leading other VFX artists is a strong advantage
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Location & Working Style
  • Full-time role, open to remote candidates or those based in Barcelona
  • Flexible working environment with a focus on long-term collaboration

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