Principal VFX Artist

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison for all VFX matters including environments and gameplay
• Plan, organize, and task work for the VFX team using tools like JIRA
• Supervise and scope VFX assets for the team and outsourcing partners
• Collaborate with Directors to maintain Art Direction throughout the project
• Work cross-disciplinarily to ensure visual quality, optimization, and pipeline efficiency
• Mentor, inspire, and manage the VFX team
• Assist in setting up the outsourcing pipeline for VFX assets
• Support asset creation as a secondary priority

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience as a VFX Artist or equivalent with a AAA game engine
• At least one shipped AAA title as a VFX Artist
• Proficiency in industry standard tools: 3ds Max, Maya, Photoshop, Embergen, or Houdini
• Extensive portfolio showcasing stylized VFX assets
• Experience in the full game development cycle from pre-production to shipping
• Proficiency in English for international communication

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Unreal Engine in game development
• Experience with JIRA or other task tracking software

Benefits

• Insurance coverage and telemedicine from day one
• Transportation and meal allowance
• Referral bonus
• RRSP with employer contribution

About the Company

Highdive is a NetEase Games ThunderFire development studio based in Montreal, focused on creating ambitious, emotionally resonant games in a unique start-up atmosphere.