We’re looking for a Graduate VFX Artist to join our passionate VFX team and work on an exciting new large‑scale project in games.
Responsibilities
* Contribute to the creation of real‑time visual effects, working from clear briefs and inspiring references.
* Prepare source assets, textures, flipbooks and meshes for use in particle systems.
* Bring effects to life in‑engine, test them in gameplay and troubleshoot to ensure they perform as intended.
* Build knowledge of studio pipelines, performance budgets and profiling fundamentals.
* Participate in regular reviews, embrace feedback and keep project files clean and organised.
Requirements
* Recent graduate (or equivalent) with a portfolio showcasing real‑time visual effects and a creative spark.
* Comfortable using tools such as Blender, Photoshop, Substance and After Effects (or equivalent).
* Solid grasp of particle system basics, sprite and flipbook creation, and texture workflows for games.
* Curiosity and confidence in exploring tools like Houdini and Embergen (or similar) for flipbook simulations.
* Understanding of 2D particle texture creation techniques and how they translate to real‑time effects.
* Ability to transform concept art and reference material into exciting and believable in‑game effects.
* Valuable bonus: experience from game jams, mods, internships or professional projects, and familiarity with source‑control systems.
Benefits
* 22 days holidays plus Christmas closure (typically 4 days) and bank holidays (increasing with service, up to 31 days after 5 years).
* Private Medical Insurance, healthcare cash plan (including dental and vision).
* Life Assurance, Income Protection and Critical Illness Cover.
* Enhanced Family Leave.
* Interest‑free, tax‑free loans.
* Enhanced Pension Scheme.
* EAP: range of Mental Health and Wellbeing support.
* Additional discounts, freebies and social events.
Location: The role can be based in Oxford or Warwick, with flexibility, collaboration and relocation support including moving assistance, temporary accommodation and full transition assistance.
Right to Work
This role is only open to applicants who have the permanent right to work in the UK. We are unable to provide or take over visa sponsorship, either now or in the future. Applicants must demonstrate ongoing eligibility to work in the UK without employer sponsorship.
We are an equal opportunity employer that encourages the application of all individuals regardless of gender, ethnicity, neurodiversity, age, sexual orientation or any protected characteristic.
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