At a Glance
- Tasks: Create stunning VFX for immersive gaming experiences using cutting-edge tools.
- Company: Join a leading independent video game developer in the vibrant tech hub of Cambridge.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible hours, and comprehensive wellbeing support.
- Other info: Relocation support available and a focus on work/life balance.
- Why this job: Be part of a creative team that shapes the future of gaming with your artistic skills.
- Qualifications: Experience as a VFX Artist with a strong portfolio and knowledge of game engines.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 44000 £ per year.
Cambridge / Hybrid Art – VFX /Permanent /Hybrid Frontier is an independent video game developer and publisher, crafting immersive gaming experiences with fun gameplay and unparalleled artistic quality.
Renowned for its iconic creative management simulation games, Frontier captivates players worldwide with immersive and authentic game worlds.
The modern studio is located in the vibrant technology hub of Cambridge (UK).
This role is offered on a full in-studio basis or a hybrid basis (minimum 3 days per week in the studio).
We can provide a comprehensive relocation support package as part of any offer, should you need to relocate.
We're looking for a talented VFX Artist to join our VFX team who will help bring our next generation of immersive experiences to life.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOINGCollaborate with the VFX team to plan and deliver realistic and stylised VFX using our proprietary game engine (Cobra) and tools.
Create high-quality effects such as fire, smoke, explosions, debris, and clouds using our in-house particle editor and other tools.
Work closely with Art and Design teams on all VFX aspects of game development.
Partner with artists, designers, animators, and programmers to achieve next-gen visuals.
WHAT YOU'LL BRINGPrevious experience as a VFX Artist or a strong portfolio demonstrating high-level VFX skills.
Solid knowledge of real-time game engines and particle systems.
Ability to balance aesthetic and technical aspects of VFX.
Awareness of memory and performance considerations in VFX creation.
Proficiency in Maya, Janga Suite, Photoshop, After Effects, Houdini, or equivalent industry-standard software.
BONUS IF YOU HAVEKnowledge of game lighting and full-screen FX systems.
Experience in the film industry working in real-time environments.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOUYou will work with talented and passionate people to support, develop or publish our sophisticated and enduring games, in a creative, collaborative and inclusive environment.
We encourage a healthy work/life balance and provide a range of wellbeing activities, initiatives and sessions to support both mental and physical health.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes a success-based annual bonus, share option schemes, life assurance, private family healthcare, flexitime working hours, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, in-house subsidised catering, support with relocation, a Cycle to Work scheme, free bike servicing, and social activities and events.
If you therefore need any reasonable adjustments to support you during the recruitment process, please speak to your Talent Acquisition representative.
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