Senior VFX Artist

ABOUT ULTIMATE STUDIO

Ultimate Studio is a Melbourne based games studio on a mission to build remarkable long lasting games. To do this we want to bring passionate and talented people together, and give them the resources, time and space to focus on building games. We are currently looking for driven developers to join our experienced teams to help shape and build two high fidelity action PC games using Unreal Engine. Ultimate Studio is also a remote first workplace built on trust that caters for flexible working hours.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

As a Senior VFX Artist, you will play a pivotal role in creating visually stunning effects for our upcoming PC titles. Working closely with the Art Director and game development team, you will conceptualise, design, and implement a wide range of dynamic visual effects to enhance gameplay and immersion. This full-time position requires a deep understanding of VFX techniques, proficiency in industry-standard tools and software, and the ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Supporting the Art Director in creating the overall VFX vision.
  • Producing composites to showcase ideas and concepts.
  • Creating and modifying assets to assist the process of rapid prototypes of experimental features.
  • Designing, creating high quality effects to support the game design and communicate game state and events.
  • Designing and creating visual effects for cinematics to enhance storytelling and create immersive experiences.
  • Lighting and rendering effect elements.
  • Working with the development team to correctly place and trigger effects.
  • Ensuring effects hits all memory and frame rate guides.
  • Working with production to define scope and timelines for project milestones.
  • Developing and refining best practices and workflows to achieve production goals.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Portfolio showcasing a range of real-time high-quality visual effects work including stylized content.
  • Experience creating stylized effects to complement graphic art styles and visual themes.
  • Experience in the games industry, with a proven track record of projects.
  • Strong knowledge of Unreal VFX pipelines.
  • Excellent artistic and creative skills, with an eye for detail and the ability to match the project’s visual style.
  • Problem-solving skills to address technical and artistic challenges during production.
  • Up-to-date with the latest VFX trends, techniques, and technologies.
  • Strong communication skills to collaborate with directors, producers, and other team members.
  • Time management skills to meet project deadlines and manage resources efficiently.

HOW TO APPLY

Email your CV and examples of your work to jobs@ultimatestudio.com.au with the role you're applying for in the subject.