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Location: Plano, Texas

Robot Entertainment, the independent developer of the Orcs Must Die! franchise, is looking for a Senior VFX Artist to join our team.  This individual will be responsible for creating VFX across a variety of game platforms.  This is an excellent opportunity for someone with game industry experience looking for new challenges, including mentoring junior staff, and developing leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Creates, designs, and implements in-game visual effects;
• Model, paint, and animate as needed to create high quality VFX assets;
• Work with the Art Director and Leads to develop VFX languages that are consistent with project art styles;
• Collaborate with other departments such as Design, Engineering, Tech, and Animation, to make sure artwork fits the specs and gameplay needs.
• Assist with Tech Art and Engineering in planning and implementing our VFX pipeline;
• Work with production to follow and build schedules and to deliver assets on time;
• Serve as a mentor for less experienced artists;

The Ideal Candidate… 

• Is proficient in VFX development using Unreal 4 and its particle systems and materials.  
• Has strong VFX and traditional art skills (timing, shape language, color theory and illustration, painting, composition, 2D & 3D design);
• Is proficient in Photoshop (or other 2D software) and Maya (or 3D modeling package);
• Has a minimum of five (5) years’ experience working as a VFX artist for games;
• Has familiarity with video game development including, but not limited to workflow, tools, lighting, modeling, VFX material setup, in-game animation, and engine parameters/optimizations;
• Has contributed to multiple shipping video game titles;
• Likes to participate in the research and development of a product’s visual style;
• Is capable of identifying, investigating and resolving a range of artistic development issues often encountered during the game creation process;
• Great oral and written communication skill;
• Self-managing with capability to work individually in a remote location;
• Plays and enjoys a variety of games.

Educational Requirements

BS/BA/MS degree in Art, or equivalent work experience.

Interested? Apply now.

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