Real Time Game VFX Artist

The Magic Media group is a media and tech start-up powered by creativity and innovation. We have a physical presence in 12 countries and expertise in the areas of art, animation, cybersecurity, game development, software development and VFX amongst others. We work with leading developers and publishers within the games and tech industry, providing support and solutions designed around individual needs and carried out by global experts.

We produce mind-blowing results by constantly staying at the forefront of modern technology and cutting-edge processes and practices. The best of Magic Media team are known for their strong initiative not just in taking care of their day-to-day responsibilities but in helping identify ways to build, grow, and do more across all areas.


Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the team to develop VFX that complement the visual style of the projects
  • Optimize effects for performance on multiple platforms
  • Develop stylistically consistent, visually impactful VFX assets through creative use of particles, geometry, animation and materials
  • Collaborate with team members to share knowledge and solve cross-discipline problems
  • Creation of all kind of special effects based on particles systems, trails, models and other 3d elements, working closely with the technical team members during the game development.

Requirements

  • At least 2 years of experience working in the videogame industry
  • Fluent work on particles and other visual effects for 3D and 2D games inside Unity or Unreal
  • Highly skilled with Photoshop, Substance designer, Maya, and or 3DS Max
  • Communication and collaboration skills
  • Able to independently and creatively solve VFX technical challenges

Nice to have

  • Basic programming skills in c# and or blueprints
  • Shader creation via code or authoring tool (Shadergraph, Amplify)
  • Fluid, Pyro and RBD simulations skills (Houdini, Embergen, Blender)
  • Fluent in Spanish

You are the one if you have

  • 2D drawing skills
  • Experience working with agile methodologies
  • Understanding of the current landscape of the industry
  • Fluent in English



Benefits

  • Permanently remote position
  • An opportunity to hone and improve your skills by applying them to a diverse variety of engaging projects.
  • Be part of an international Group with offices worldwide
  • Career growth and development
  • Working closely with a team of like-minded people in a fast-paced, multicultural environment
  • Ongoing training and professional self-improvement opportunities
  • Flexible working hours
  • An inclusive culture and open communication


At Magic Media, our passion lies in gaming. Our vision is to create and deliver engaging and interesting games for our clients. We can deliver this high-quality work on any platform, whether it be on console, PC, or mobile. We know that reputation and results go hand-in-hand. Therefore, we work hard to find experts and talented creators to deliver the best results.

If you do not meet all the requirements, but believe you’d still be a great fit for the role, don't worry! We’d still love to hear from you, please get in touch!