VFX Artist – UK North
29-05-2015
Our client is a leading publisher backed AAA development studio making some of the best selling videogames in the world. We seek a proven FX Artist to join out team.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for creating visual effects for the game (levels and cutscenes) compliant with game design and vision.
- Creation of effects using packages provided (Maya and Photoshop).
- Creation of particles using 2D textures (Photoshop) and in-house editors (particle/LED).
- Using Maya Fluid systems to create animating textures when required.
- Creation of bespoke and generic scenery effects (smoke/fire etc).
- Creation of bespoke character effects (shields/suits/hits/footsteps etc).
- Placement of static effects in levels.
- Creation of game specific VFX (explosions) placement generally by code.
- Creation (sometimes placement) of cutscene specific VFX (explosions etc) placement generally by animation.
- Working closely with environment artists on effects heavy levels to balance frame-rate.
Requirements
- Demonstrable creative artistry with a problem solving methodology
- An adaptable work style as the goal posts are forever on themove
- Capable of hitting deadlines along with the whole team
- Excellent understanding of Maya and Photoshop
CV to ash@big-planet.biz to apply / for more information.
