Senior VFX Artist I - Unannounced Game | Irvine, CA

Overview

Senior VFX Artist II - Unannounced Game | Irvine, CA
Team : Unannounced Project
Requisition ID : R027087
Your Mission
At Blizzard, we craft genre-defining games and legendary worlds for all to share. Through creativity and storytelling we create immersive universes and iconic characters, supported by a work environment that cultivates the artistry of game development.
We are looking for a Senior VFX Artist to help craft a new, unannounced game for Blizzard. The team values creativity, collaboration, and quality, and seeks contributors aligned with Blizzard values.
As an early member of the development team, you will deliver appealing VFX that showcase gameplay in a dynamic environment with evolving deadlines and priorities.
This role is anticipated to be hybrid, with some on-site work in Irvine, CA, and some from home.
What you bring to the table
Responsibilities

Apply fundamental visual design and animation principles to storytelling through VFX development.
Leverage tools for real-time VFX creation, including Adobe Creative Suite, Maya, Unity, and in-game FX systems.
Collaborate with design to apply lighting, value, color, details, and motion to emphasize gameplay and delight players.
Construct VFX from the ground up with a stable technical foundation, including setup, implementation, and troubleshooting in Unity.
Collaborate with engineers to create VFX that are performant and sustainable, enabling good gameplay experience.
Contribute a positive attitude and the ability to give and receive feedback that elevates team quality.
Maintain passion for games and create gameplay moments that inspire the team and players.
Minimum Requirements

12+ years of experience creating real-time visual effects for games.
Expert-level proficiency with modern game engines (Unity or Unreal).
Knowledge & Skills

Understanding of VFX pipelines from concept to completion with strong stylized art and implementation skills.
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, Maya, or similar 3D package, and Unity.
Creative and technically-minded with problem-solving abilities for design and technical challenges.
Key Attributes

Self-motivated with strong collaboration and interpersonal skills.
Excellent communication for giving and receiving clear feedback.
Shipped AAA title(s) as a Senior VFX Artist or equivalent experience.
Extra Points

Experience creating real-time VFX on multiple platforms, including mobile.
Experience with advanced VFX tooling (Houdini, Substance, Ember Gen, etc.).
Skills in shader authoring, scripting, or visual scripting tools (Playmaker, Blueprint).
Expertise in 3D, illustration, concept, or related disciplines in game development.
Your Platform

Blizzard Entertainment is known for iconic universes such as Warcraft, Overwatch, Diablo, and StarCraft. We publish across PC and consoles and operate Battle.net with global reach.
Our World

We are committed to an inclusive environment with diverse teams. We offer benefits supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being.
Note: The video game industry is fast-paced and duties may evolve as directed by the company.
We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and aim to create an inclusive environment. If you require accommodations to apply, please email accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity.
Rewards & Benefits

We provide comprehensive benefits subject to eligibility, including:
Medical, dental, vision, health-related accounts and insurance options;
401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;
Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, leaves; parental leave;
Mental health and well-being programs, fitness programs, game access, and other voluntary benefits;
Relocation assistance if required.
In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $97,200.00 - $179,900.00 annually. Offer details depend on experience, location, and performance. Incentive compensation may be available but is not guaranteed.

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