We’re seeking a driven artist to help expand the Destiny universe through spectacular visual effects!

The ideal candidate brings a passion to learn advanced technical and artistic skills. The candidate understands how to work with a team and will be expected to learn the challenges of modern AAA game development to produce stunning in-game visual effects that support gameplay, cinematics, and environments.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work closely with the VFX Lead to author effect assets that enhance gameplay and storytelling

• Use proprietary tools, Photoshop and 3D Studio Max to create effects that balance the visual goals of the project with the performance demands of the game engine

• Meet the quality bar established by the Art Director and Lead Artist

• Collaborate with the Art Lead, Concept, HS, Design, Engineering, and Animation on visuals, functions, style, limitations, etc.

• Help develop Destiny’s visual language through the craft of visual effects

• Participate in constructive critiques, giving and receiving feedback

• Mentorship of junior artists

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Experience working as a VFX Artist on a shipped game title (AAA), or equivalent

• Experience with node based shaders

• Be able to break down a visual effect into component content-types (particle FX, shader FX, mesh FX, post-process, animation, decal, lighting, etc.) and choose the right tools for the job

• Understands the principles of real time visual effects

• Understanding of Art and Visual Design fundamentals (color theory, etc.)

• Familiarity in Photoshop and 3D packages

• Ability and willingness to follow direction, collaborate productively with others, and work to meet deadlines as necessary

• A portfolio or demo reel that demonstrates expert artistic and technical skills, as well as a firm grasp of timing and scale

• Technically proficient, able to identify and collaborate on pipeline innovations

• A dedicated interest for games

NICE-TO-HAVE SKILLS

• Programming or scripting experience in any language (C++ / Python / HLSL)

• Animation background

• Experience with Houdini, Fume FX, Maya fluids tools, or Substance Designer

• Effective communication skills, and the ability to work well in a team environment