VFX ARTIST Job at Grove Street Games in Orlando

Grove Street Games is seeking a full-time, experienced effects artist to join our team where you will focus on creating realistic and awesome looking visual effects for an unannounced UE5 game. We are looking for a motivated, well-organized person who can work well on individual and team-oriented tasks with a passion for making a visual splash. The successful candidate needs to demonstrate a strong artistic ability to bring concepts and designs to life in a real-time game environment. You will work closely with programmers and artists looking to achieve certain effect feedback and a certain look, in a VFX heavy AAA title.

When you join Grove Street Games you can gain experience on a wide range of game development projects. We foster a work environment that allows our employees to thrive, not just on their career paths but also on their personal journeys. We take a lot of pride in creating a foundation our employees can utilize to not only get ahead in their dreams but also create lasting games that millions of players will be able to enjoy.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Produce quality VFX art from concept to final implementation in Unreal Engine.
• Effectively collaborate with designers and art director to maintain consistent look and quality.
• Quickly learn and adapt to new tools and pipelines.
• Optimize effects to run smoothly in real-time use but maintain visual quality.
• Participate and contribute creatively in team discussions, critiques, and game development ideas.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 2 years working in Unreal Engine.
• Proficiency in Niagara and UE Blueprints.
• Ability to create textures and materials to accompany effects.
• Experience with post process effects and materials.
• Self-motivated, ability to work independently and own your work and work well with teammates.
• Detail-oriented & extremely well-organized.
• Relocation to Gainesville, FL – this job is not remote.

GOOD TO HAVE

• Strong understanding of shaders.
• Portfolio with high quality work.
• Creative problem-solving skills.

BENEFITS

• Flexible bank for time off (vacation, sick, personal).
• Comprehensive health package for full-time employees.
• Flexible work day built around our core hours of 10:30am – 4:30pm.
• Moving assistance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Royalties (with tenure).
• Yearly bonuses.

If all of this sounds like something you want to be a part of, joining a cohesive team that likes to have fun while being professionals, then let us know.

To Apply Email jobs@grovestreetgames.com

Please include your resume and portfolio when applying.