Insomniac Games
Insomniac Games has created and developed award-winning video game franchises across multiple platforms for 25 years.
Lead VFX Artist
Location
California
Posted
7 days ago
Salary
$153K - $230.4K / year
Bachelor DegreeEnglishNode.jsUnityUnreal Engine
Job Description
• Balance hands-on VFX asset creation with team leadership
• Partner closely with Principal VFX Artist to plan and create content
• Oversee and support external VFX partners
• Collaborate with Production Management to scope and estimate work
• Work closely with Art Directors to develop visual targets
• Review VFX artists’ work for aesthetic and technical performance
• Collaborate with multiple disciplines for gameplay and cinematics
• Coordinate with teams to ensure timely delivery of VFX assets
• Work with Tool and Engine team for ongoing improvements
• Champion and implement new production methods and optimizations
• Address complaints related to workplace conduct
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of VFX artists
Job Requirements
- Advanced level in Houdini and Maya
- 3D modeling and procedural modeling skills
- Strong knowledge of modern game engines and editors (e.g. Unreal, Unity)
- Proficient with real-time particle-editors and VFX systems (e.g. Unreal’s Niagara)
- Advanced understanding of complex node-based shader networks
- Familiarity with game scripting and/or node-based systems
- Strong grasp of technical scripting, programming, and expressions
- Proficient in Photoshop for painting and editing textures
- Knowledge of procedural texture generation software
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Matching 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Wellness program
- Employee discounts for Sony products
- Bonus package