62 Visual Effects Artists jobs in the United States
Senior Visual Effects (VFX) Artist
Posted 12 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Create complex and compelling visual effects, including but not limited to explosions, fire, smoke, water, destruction, and environmental effects.
- Work closely with VFX Supervisors and Directors to achieve the desired artistic and technical vision for shots.
- Develop and implement creative solutions for challenging VFX sequences.
- Operate various industry-standard VFX software packages for modeling, texturing, animation, lighting, rendering, and compositing.
- Ensure seamless integration of CG elements with live-action footage.
- Optimize workflows and assets for efficiency and performance without compromising quality.
- Collaborate with other artists, including modelers, animators, and technical directors, to ensure consistency and quality across all assets.
- Manage personal shot workload, meet deadlines, and maintain clear communication regarding progress and any potential issues.
- Stay updated on the latest advancements in VFX technology, software, and techniques.
- Mentor junior artists and provide constructive feedback to support their development.
- Participate in dailies and provide creative input and technical solutions.
- Troubleshoot technical issues related to software, pipelines, and assets.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of the studio's VFX pipeline and tools.
- Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Computer Graphics, Film Production, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- 5-7 years of professional experience as a VFX Artist in film, television, or gaming.
- Strong portfolio showcasing a wide range of high-quality VFX work, demonstrating artistic skill and technical proficiency.
- Expertise in industry-standard VFX software such as Houdini, Maya, Nuke, After Effects, or similar.
- Proficiency in particle systems, dynamics simulations, and rendering techniques.
- Excellent understanding of cinematography, color theory, and composition.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively under pressure.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Ability to manage time effectively and meet tight production deadlines.
- Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python) is a plus.
- A keen eye for detail and a passion for pushing creative boundaries.
Senior Visual Effects (VFX) Artist
Posted 21 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Create high-quality visual effects assets and sequences for film, television, and gaming.
- Collaborate with directors and art directors to interpret and execute creative briefs.
- Utilize industry-standard software (Maya, Houdini, Nuke, After Effects, etc.) for modeling, texturing, lighting, compositing, and rendering.
- Integrate VFX elements seamlessly with live-action footage.
- Problem-solve technical and artistic challenges throughout the production pipeline.
- Mentor and provide artistic guidance to junior VFX artists.
- Maintain high standards for quality, efficiency, and artistic integrity.
- Manage time effectively to meet project deadlines in a remote setting.
- Participate in reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
- Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in the VFX industry.
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in Visual Effects (VFX) artistry.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating a wide range of high-quality VFX work.
- Expert proficiency in industry-standard VFX software (e.g., Maya, Houdini, Nuke, After Effects, Substance Painter).
- Solid understanding of 3D principles, including modeling, texturing, lighting, animation, and rendering.
- Knowledge of cinematography, color theory, composition, and art fundamentals.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.
- Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Digital Art, Animation, or a related field is preferred.
- Experience with real-time engines (Unreal, Unity) is a plus.
Senior Visual Effects (VFX) Artist - Feature Film
Posted 13 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Create high-quality visual effects assets and shots for feature films, adhering to project briefs and artistic direction.
- Specialize in areas such as 3D modeling, texturing, rigging, animation, lighting, rendering, simulation (e.g., fluids, particles, destruction), or compositing.
- Collaborate closely with VFX Supervisors, Art Directors, and other artists to achieve desired creative outcomes.
- Ensure seamless integration of VFX elements into live-action footage.
- Maintain a strong understanding of the full VFX pipeline and interdependencies between different stages.
- Troubleshoot technical and artistic challenges to deliver polished results.
- Manage time effectively to meet project deadlines and milestones.
- Stay current with industry trends, software updates, and new VFX techniques.
- Contribute to creative problem-solving and offer innovative solutions.
- Review and provide feedback on the work of other artists as needed.
- Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Computer Graphics, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in VFX for feature films.
- Expert proficiency in industry-standard VFX software (e.g., Maya, Houdini, 3ds Max, Nuke, After Effects, Cinema 4D).
- Strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of high-quality VFX work.
- Excellent artistic eye, with a keen sense of composition, color, and form.
- Solid understanding of 3D principles, rendering techniques, and compositing workflows.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, remote team environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and time management skills.
Lead VFX Artist
Posted 1 day ago
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Responsibilities:
- Lead and mentor a team of VFX artists, providing creative direction and technical guidance.
- Oversee the design, creation, and integration of complex visual effects for various media projects.
- Collaborate closely with directors, art directors, and producers to translate creative vision into stunning visual effects.
- Develop and maintain high artistic standards, ensuring visual consistency and quality across all shots.
- Manage project timelines and workflows for the VFX team, ensuring efficient delivery within deadlines.
- Troubleshoot technical challenges and implement innovative solutions for VFX production.
- Stay current with industry trends, software advancements, and emerging technologies in visual effects.
- Review and provide constructive feedback on artists' work, fostering a collaborative and creative environment.
- Contribute to the development of new tools and techniques to enhance the VFX pipeline.
- Ensure effective communication between the VFX team and other production departments.
- Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Computer Graphics, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in visual effects artistry, with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role.
- Proven portfolio showcasing exceptional skills in 2D/3D animation, compositing, modeling, texturing, or other relevant VFX disciplines.
- Proficiency in industry-standard VFX software such as Maya, Houdini, Nuke, After Effects, Cinema 4D, or similar.
- Strong understanding of cinematic language, composition, color theory, and storytelling.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively in a remote setting.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a keen eye for detail.
- Experience in game development or interactive media VFX is a plus.
- Passion for visual storytelling and a commitment to artistic excellence. This role is fully remote, allowing you to contribute your talent from anywhere, while being inspired by the innovative spirit often associated with **Seattle, Washington, US**.
Senior VFX Artist
Posted 1 day ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Create high-quality visual effects (VFX) for video games, including particle effects, simulations, and animated elements.
- Develop and implement VFX within game engines (Unity, Unreal Engine) using their respective tools and shaders.
- Design and create realistic and stylized effects for explosions, magic, weather, environmental elements, and UI.
- Optimize VFX assets for performance and memory usage across various platforms.
- Collaborate with art directors, game designers, and engineers to achieve desired visual targets.
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior VFX artists.
- Develop and maintain VFX style guides and best practices.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to VFX implementation.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in real-time VFX.
- Contribute creative ideas to enhance the visual appeal and gameplay experience.
- Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Digital Art, Game Design, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in VFX for games, with a strong portfolio demonstrating expertise.
- Proficiency with game engines such as Unity or Unreal Engine.
- Expertise in 2D and 3D VFX creation software (e.g., Houdini, Maya, 3ds Max, Photoshop, Substance Painter).
- Strong understanding of particle systems, shaders, lighting, and post-processing effects.
- Knowledge of real-time rendering techniques and optimization strategies.
- Excellent artistic foundation, including composition, color theory, and animation principles.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, suitable for remote work.
Senior VFX Artist
Posted 3 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Create stunning visual effects for film, television, or gaming projects, including explosions, fire, water, magic, and environmental phenomena.
- Collaborate closely with the Director, Art Director, and other VFX artists to achieve the desired artistic vision and technical requirements.
- Develop and implement innovative techniques and workflows for VFX creation.
- Work with 3D models, textures, and lighting to integrate VFX seamlessly into live-action footage or CG environments.
- Optimize VFX assets for performance and render efficiency.
- Provide creative input and problem-solving throughout the production pipeline.
- Mentor junior artists and contribute to team development.
- Stay current with emerging VFX technologies, software, and industry trends.
- Deliver high-quality work within project deadlines.
- Participate in reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers.
- Ensure artistic consistency and adherence to project style guides.
- Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Digital Media, Computer Graphics, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in visual effects creation for feature films, high-end television, or AAA games.
- Expert proficiency in industry-standard VFX software such as Houdini, Maya, Nuke, After Effects, Cinema 4D, or similar.
- Strong understanding of physics-based simulations (fluids, particles, destruction).
- Excellent artistic fundamentals, including composition, color theory, and lighting.
- Demonstrated ability to create realistic and stylized visual effects.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to new challenges and workflows.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to receive and implement feedback effectively.
- A strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of high-quality VFX work is essential.
- Experience with real-time VFX (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity) is a plus.
Senior VFX Artist
Posted 7 days ago
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Senior VFX Artist
Posted 15 days ago
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Your primary responsibilities will include designing, implementing, and optimizing visual effects for games, films, or other media projects. You will work with complex particle systems, simulations, shaders, and compositing techniques to achieve high-quality results. This role demands a strong artistic sensibility, a deep understanding of visual effects principles, and proficiency in industry-standard software. You will collaborate closely with art directors, technical directors, and other artists to ensure seamless integration of VFX elements within the overall project.
The ideal candidate possesses a strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of impressive VFX work, demonstrating creativity, technical skill, and attention to detail. You must have extensive experience with VFX software such as Houdini, Maya, After Effects, Unreal Engine, or Unity. Prior experience in a senior or lead artist role within the VFX industry is essential. Excellent problem-solving skills, the ability to adapt to new technologies, and strong communication abilities for effective remote collaboration are vital. You should be able to provide constructive feedback and mentor junior team members.
**Qualifications:**
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Graphics, Fine Arts, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in visual effects creation for games or film.
- Demonstrated expertise with VFX software (e.g., Houdini, Maya, Nuke, After Effects).
- Proficiency in real-time VFX in game engines like Unreal Engine or Unity.
- Strong understanding of particle systems, physics simulations, and shader development.
- Excellent artistic eye, with a keen sense of timing, composition, and color.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote environment.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills for virtual team settings.
- Portfolio demonstrating exceptional VFX artistry and technical proficiency.
- Experience mentoring junior artists is a plus.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute your creative talents to impactful projects from the comfort of your home, shaping visually rich experiences for our global audience.
Senior VFX Artist
Posted 20 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Design, create, and implement captivating visual effects for game environments, characters, and gameplay events.
- Utilize industry-standard software and proprietary tools to develop particle systems, simulations, and other VFX assets.
- Collaborate closely with art directors, game designers, and technical artists to define and achieve the desired visual style and technical requirements.
- Optimize VFX assets for performance and memory constraints across various platforms.
- Develop and refine shaders, lighting setups, and post-processing effects to enhance visual quality.
- Provide creative direction and mentorship to junior VFX artists.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to VFX implementation.
- Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in real-time VFX and game development.
- Contribute to the overall art direction and visual quality of the game.
- Ensure consistency and quality of VFX across the entire project.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Computer Graphics, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in VFX for video games, with a portfolio showcasing exceptional real-time VFX work.
- Proficiency in 3D modeling, texturing, and animation software (e.g., Maya, 3ds Max, Blender).
- Expertise in real-time VFX software and engines (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity).
- Strong understanding of particle systems, simulations (e.g., fluids, smoke, fire), and scripting (e.g., Python, C#).
- Knowledge of PBR rendering pipelines and shader development.
- Excellent artistic eye for composition, color theory, and motion.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to optimize assets for performance.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work well in a team environment.
- Passion for video games and a commitment to creating groundbreaking visual experiences.
Senior VFX Artist
Posted 20 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Conceptualize, design, and create high-quality visual effects, including simulations (fire, smoke, water), particle effects, compositing, and 3D elements.
- Collaborate with directors and art departments to translate creative vision into compelling visual effects.
- Utilize industry-standard software (e.g., Houdini, Maya, Nuke, After Effects, Unreal Engine) to produce visual effects.
- Work on multiple projects simultaneously, managing time effectively to meet deadlines.
- Troubleshoot technical challenges and find creative solutions for complex VFX requirements.
- Maintain a keen eye for detail, ensuring visual consistency and realism in all work.
- Participate in team meetings and provide constructive feedback to peers.
- Stay updated on the latest trends, techniques, and technologies in the VFX industry.
- Optimize workflows and assets for efficiency and performance.
- Mentor junior artists and share knowledge to foster team growth.
- Ensure final assets meet technical specifications for delivery.
- Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Animation, Computer Graphics, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of professional experience in visual effects artistry, with a strong portfolio showcasing diverse skills.
- Expert proficiency in industry-standard VFX software such as Houdini, Maya, Nuke, and Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Photoshop).
- Strong understanding of 3D principles, lighting, texturing, rendering, and compositing techniques.
- Experience with real-time engines like Unreal Engine or Unity is a plus.
- Excellent artistic eye, with a strong sense of composition, color theory, and motion.
- Ability to work effectively in a remote, collaborative team environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing project requirements.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to articulate creative ideas.
- Demonstrated ability to manage time and prioritize tasks efficiently.