Senior VFX Artist

Stardock is currently seeking an experienced full-time, Senior VFX Artist, to collaborate with our existing team on assets for an upcoming game title. The ideal candidate will be skillful in creating a variety of magical and environmental effects and have a strong artistic eye. Furthermore, the artist should be comfortable with a technical pipeline and interested in researching new technology for the project. This is a salaried, full-time position reporting to our Plymouth, Michigan studio. This position is open to remote and hybrid applicants.   

Primary Responsibilities Include: 

• Produce highly detailed particle and volumetric effects according to art direction, design specs and technical requirements. 
• Create magical attacks, environmental and weather effects using Unreal Engine 5, Blueprints and Niagara. 
• Collaborate cross discipline to continually ensure project visuals and improve upon our custom workflows and technology. 
• Set up quality specs for asset creation and establish art pipelines and documentation in collaboration with the Art Lead, the Lead Animator, and the Art Director. 
• Mentor entry-level and mid-level Artists when needed. 

Education and/or Experience Desired: 

• 5+ Years professional experience making assets for games as displayed in a visual portfolio. 
• Experience with Unreal 5, including Blueprints and Niagara. 
• Strong grasp of color, form, composition and motion. 
• Experience creating effects for real-time games. 
• Experience with character and animation driven effects. 
• Well-developed communication, teamwork and collaboration skills. 

Bonuses: 

• Traditional drawing skills. 
• Degree or certification in 3D art, digital art, or related discipline. 
• Experience with 3D modeling. 
• Experience creating scripts. 
• Experience working with remote team members. 
• Experience working on a strategy game.