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Job Description

CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a talented and experienced Senior VFX Artist to join our team. In this role you will be responsible for creating high-quality real-time visual FX for characters, environments and gameplay. You will also help refine the VFX pipeline, optimize visual effects for performance and maintain high-quality standards.

Daily Responsibilities

  • Create high quality real-time visual effects- explosions, fire, smoke, clouds, weapons FX, debris and weather elements.

  • Collaborate with multiple disciplines to support gameplay, cinematics, environments, with VFX requirements.

  • Research new and innovative workflows, push what is possible in VFX.

  • Ensure VFX content is performant and within budgets.

  • Populating environments with VFX.

  • Write and prepare briefs for work with outsource vendors, review work as necessary.

  • Work with directors and Production to estimate and plan work.

  • Mentor other VFX artists, and help build an environment of creativity, trust, and excellence.

Qualifications

  • Ability to work independently to identify and own work, deliver results.

  • At least 6 years of experience in the gaming industry.

  • Experience with both real time and baked simulation.

  • Knowledge with standard software: Houdini, Max, Maya, etc.

  • Solid portfolio demonstrating expertise.

  • Understanding of PBR concepts.

  • Understanding of rendering techniques, real-time shaders and lighting.

  • Understanding of performance and optimization.

  • Good general knowledge of Maya (or 3ds Max).

  • SideFX Houdini knowledge is a big plus.

  • Excellent communication, presentation, and collaboration skills.

Additional Information

This job requires working in Boston, US.

Working mode: in-office in a hybrid or full-time capacity.

Health & Well-being

  • Company paid medical healthcare (dental vision & mental).

  • Paid Leave — 20 days of holiday for every team member per year (26 days after two years).

  • No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.

  • 401K with employer matching.

  • Gym Membership Reimbursement.

Perks & Professional Growth

  • Flexible working hours.

  • Trainings, lectures and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn!

  • Merch — regular chances to nab some cool swag!

  • A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team.

Life in the Office

  • Dog-friendly office — dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio.

  • Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.