Manager, VFX Art - Unpublished R&D Product
Core
Lead visual effects discipline for an unpublished R&D product, bridging Riot's creative vision with partner studio execution to ensure world-class skin VFX and ability effects.
Role type
Senior IC VFX Lead (Unpublished R&D Product)
Builds
Visual effects for game champions and abilities (skins, abilities)
Domain
Video Games / Real-time VFX
Required skills
VFX fundamentals (timing, color, composition, motion, readability), Game engine expertise (Unreal, Unity), Partner studio management, Team leadership & mentorship, Cross-functional collaboration, Creative direction
Preferred skills
AAA title experience, Modern VFX tools optimization, Multilingual communication (Mandarin)
Technologies
Unreal, Unity
Responsibilities
Lead and mentor VFX craft, manage full lifecycle of VFX team members, provide clear feedback to partner studios, collaborate with production and art teams, review VFX deliveries for quality, contribute to visual guides and training materials.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
