Senior VFX Artist - Remote

Overview

Unknown Worlds is seeking an experienced VFX Artist to help create the immersive underwater world of Subnautica 2. Our VFX team creates real-time visual effects that bridge gameplay and art, while elevating the emotional and artistic tone across the game.

In this role, you will work on VFX features spanning from environments, creatures, tools, vehicles, cutscenes, and UI. Partnering closely across disciplines to ensure visuals are expressive, performant, and clearly communicate gameplay to the player.

Our ideal candidate will be self motivated, with a passion for game creation, real time visual effects, art and animation. This is a full time remote position on a globally distributed team.

Applications must include a portfolio link.

In Short

• Create and iterate on real-time visual effects for Subnautica 2.
• Collaborate with Design, Engineering, and Art disciplines.
• Profile and optimize effects within performance budgets.
• Contribute to improving workflows and documentation.
• Provide feedback and share knowledge with other VFX artists.
• Iterate based on playtests and feedback.

Requirements

• 5+ years experience as a VFX artist in the games industry.
• Experience with Unreal Engine 5, Niagara, and Blueprints.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating real-time VFX.
• Proficiency in shader/material authoring.
• Understanding of real-time rendering principles.
• Skilled in 2D and 3D content creation tools.
• Ability to adapt to and evolve visual styles.
• Strong understanding of art fundamentals.
• Self-starting and comfortable working remotely.
• Strong communication skills.

Benefits

• Annual professional development and home office stipends.
• Paid time off for volunteer/non-profit work.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.