The Magic Media group is a media and tech start-up powered by creativity and innovation. We are a group with brands with a physical presence in 12 countries and expertize 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 industry, providing support and solutions designed around individual needs and carried out by global experts.
We are looking for a VFX Artist who is self-motivated, goal-orientated, and a strong team player. If you are qualified to flesh out games with stunning visual effects and also happen to enjoy having gaming competitions and other crazy stuff, your time has come.
WHAT WILL YOU DO:
- 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.
YOUR PROFILE:
- 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
Desirable Requirements:
- 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 English
- 2D drawing skills
- Experience working with agile methodologies
- Understanding of the current landscape of the industry
- Fluent in English
WE OFFER:
- An opportunity to hone and improve your skills by applying them to a diverse variety of engaging projects
- Competitive salary and commission structure
- Working closely with a team of like-minded people in a fast-paced, multicultural environment
- Ongoing training and professional self-improvement opportunities
- Permanently remote position
- Be part of an international Group with offices worldwide
- Career growth and development
- Flexible working hours
- An inclusive culture and open communication
