[Hiring] Lead FX Artist @Halon

Role Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Unreal FX Artist with the skills to create spectacular real-time FX. The ideal candidate has experience working within the constraints of real-time engines, shows attention to detail, and can take artistic and technical direction to achieve the most appropriate solution. A level of technical knowledge combined with strong creative and visual instincts is critical for this position. This is a remote work opportunity.

• Work directly in Engine to create and optimize stunning FX
• Collaborate with the team to develop high-quality effects like fire, smoke, explosions, fluid simulations, etc.
• Create libraries of Niagara particle effects
• Consider lighting and other integration techniques to the overall scene design
• Use Unreal Engine and proprietary tools to create FX assets
• Assist in R&D efforts for tool enhancements and prototyping of new technology
• Provide department and production leads with responsible estimates for FX tasks and identify any risks to the effort
• Contribute to the design and streamlining of FX tools and development processes

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience working with in-engine effects, preferably with Niagara
• Proficiency with 3D graphics, particle systems, physics, and shaders
• Understanding of VFX asset costs and impact on performance
• Solid grasp of the principles of animation and lighting
• Good understanding of real-time physics and fluid simulations
• Optimize content through profiling and enhancing performance with the help of diagnostic tools
• Scripting & programming skills with Python, C#, JavaScript and C++ a plus
• Experience with Houdini a plus

Requirements

• Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
• All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
• To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently.
• Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others.
• The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.
• This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.