Graduate VFX Artist

Frontier is an independent video game developer and publisher, crafting immersive gaming experiences with fun gameplay and unparalleled artistic quality. Renowned for its iconic creative management simulation games, Frontier captivates players worldwide with immersive and authentic game worlds. The modern studio is located in the vibrant technology hub of Cambridge (UK). The talented team at Frontier are dedicated to nurturing our existing portfolio and delivering our exciting future roadmap. 

Frontier are looking for talented Graduate Visual Effects Artist with evident skill and clear potential to grow in VFX. We’re looking for people with a passion for particles and beyond! The role of a VFX artist at Frontier is multi-faceted, requiring artists with solid visual skills as well as a keen understanding of motion.

Responsibilities

  • Work with the VFX team to plan and deliver high quality realistic/stylised particle effects.
  • Work with the art and design team on all visual effect aspects of game development including in regard to game play specific tasks.
  • Demonstrate creativity and technical ability, while ensuring VFX are efficient and in budget.

About You

  • A Visual Effects reel to show off your work.
  • Proactive and inquisitive mind to find the best possible results.
  • Attention to detail is crucial, backed up by a solid understanding of real time game engines and particle systems.
  • A passion for perfection and a pragmatic approach as well as a mind-set that encompasses both the aesthetic and motion based aspects for the role.
  • An understanding of how to create effects which are efficient and well balanced.
  • Strong knowledge of particle systems in the games industry.
  • The observation skills to create authentic, believable motion for the most dynamic VFX.
  • Knowledge of the range of visual techniques employed in delivering high quality effects in modern games.
  • Keen understanding of memory and performance pitfalls as well as techniques and tricks a VFX Artist can employ to avoid them.
  • Knowledge of Maya, Fume, Photoshop, After Effects, Houdini or other industry standard software.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

You will work with talented and passionate people to support, develop or publish our sophisticated and enduring games, in a creative, collaborative and inclusive environment. We love what we do, and we work hard to provide outstanding experiences for our players. 

Wellbeing is a big focus at Frontier, and we are continually evolving how we can support our people. We encourage a healthy work/life balance and provide a range of wellbeing activities, initiatives and sessions to support both mental and physical health.  

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes a success-based annual bonus, share option schemes, life assurance, private family healthcare, flexitime working hours, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, in-house subsidised catering, support with relocation, a Cycle to Work scheme, free bike servicing, and social activities and events. 

We strive to create an environment where everyone can fully demonstrate their capability and potential. If you therefore need any reasonable adjustments to support you during the recruitment process, please speak to your Talent Acquisition representative.  


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