Senior Real-Time FX Artist
Core
Create and optimize real-time visual effects (fire, smoke, explosions, fluids) for films, TV, and video games using Unreal Engine. (via careerplan.io/jobs/B5-00E-6A-52A-senior-real-time-fx-artist)
Role type
Senior IC real-time FX artist
Builds
Production-ready FX assets and particle libraries for immersive entertainment experiences
Domain
Entertainment (film, TV, games) + Real-time graphics
Required skills
Unreal Engine, Niagara particle systems, 3D graphics, particle systems, physics, shaders, lighting, real-time fluid simulations, performance profiling
Preferred skills
Python, C#, JavaScript, C++ scripting, Houdini
Technologies
Unreal Engine, Niagara, Houdini, proprietary tools
Responsibilities
Create and optimize stunning in-engine FX; Develop high-quality effects like fire, smoke, and explosions; Create libraries of Niagara particle effects; Integrate FX with lighting and scene design; Assist in R&D for tool enhancements and prototyping; Provide estimates for FX tasks and identify risks; Contribute to FX tool and process streamlining
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC