Visual Effects (VFX) Artist

At Velan Studios, we stay curious. Our games are diverse and driven by the adventurous spirit of our people. We are the creators behind Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit, Knockout City, Hot Wheels Rift Rally, and we're not done yet! The mission of our studio is to explore ground-breaking game experiences and new forms of play. We believe in pushing the boundaries of conventional gaming, blurring the lines between reality and fantasy, and revolutionizing the industry one game at a time. Velan Studios maintains a team of both remote, hybrid, and onsite employees. Hybrid and onsite employees work from our office in Troy, NY.

We are looking for skilled, passionate visual artists to join our team. If you're brimming with passion and curiosity and ready to create the best work of your career, we'd love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

Craft and create a wide range of VFX for original and existing IP game properties.

Work closely with the Art Director and other key team leaders to help define and build out the VFX look and style for our projects.

Collaborate with the design and art teams to develop high-quality assets that reinforce the gameplay goals of our projects.

Be proactive in problem-solving and cross-discipline brainstorming throughout project production cycles.

Contribute to peer reviews, troubleshoot, problem solve, and give and receive constructive feedback.

Bring a strong understanding of modern artistic toolsets and typical AAA game engine experience.

Requirements

5+ years of game industry experience on console, mobile, handheld and/or PC platforms preferred.

Degree or equivalent experience in Digital Media Design, Game Design, Illustration, or related field is desired.

Minimum of 3 years of experience working in VFX.

Strong portfolio of shipped games (mobile, console, PC) or other website or software products.

Excellent technical art understanding in order to better work with our engineering team, as well as to better work within the limits of various hardware platforms.

Strong organizational skills with adherence to optimization and asset management.

Passion for making and playing great games, with an awareness of current titles and industry trends.

Self-direction, passion, and creativity in your work.

A receptiveness to feedback and the ability to act successfully on direct critique.

Big Plusses

Experience or skill in one or more additional disciplines (e.g. Concepting, Animation, User Interface, Lighting, Design, etc.)

Technical expertise with standard industry toolsets and/or experience with scripting languages.

Have a working knowledge of Popcorn.

Ability to create from your own ideas, not just from pre-existing concept art.

Leadership and/or mentoring experience.