🏢 Company: Dead Mage
🇨🇦 Location: Canada
🌎 Work Model: Remote
Job Title
Visual Effects Artist (Unreal Engine 5)
Location
Remote or On-site (Vancouver)
Type
Contract
Experience Level
Intermediate to Senior
About Us
We are an independent game studio creating visually striking and emotionally resonant games for PC and console. Our current projects include stylized action RPGs and narrative-driven experiences built in Unreal Engine 5.
The Role
We’re looking for a talented Visual Effects Artist experienced in Unreal Engine 5 to design and implement high-quality game particle effects. You’ll work closely with our art and gameplay teams to bring combat, environments, and magical elements to life through impactful VFX.
Responsibilities
Design and implement real-time VFX using Niagara and UE5’s material system. Create stylized effects for spells, abilities, environmental ambiance, UI feedback, and more. Work with designers to ensure effects support gameplay clarity and responsiveness. Optimize effects for performance across platforms. Contribute to the creative identity of the game’s visual style.
Requirements
Proven experience with Unreal Engine 5 and the Niagara VFX system. Strong portfolio showcasing real-time particle effects for games. Ability to create hand-crafted textures and flipbooks as needed. Good understanding of timing, motion, and impact in VFX design. Familiarity with performance optimization and LOD systems for VFX. Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Bonus Points
Experience with stylized or fantasy art styles. Knowledge of shaders and UE5 material creation. Background in traditional animation or motion graphics.