Agate is hiring: VFX Artist Intern in New York

We are looking for an amazing Visual Effects Artist to create and implement high-quality real-time gameplay VFX for a stylized, realized. The role focuses on creating master material shader, VFX creations with Niaraga Particle system, with a strong emphasis on gameplay readability, timing, and performance.
Responsibilities

Assist the Art and Technical Art teams in creating and implementing real-time visual effects for gameplay, environments, and cinematic sequences
Support the development of VFX assets using Unreal Engine’s Niagara system
Help implement particle systems, materials, and shaders under the guidance of senior team members
Assist in populating and integrating VFX assets into game levels based on provided concepts and feedback
Learn and apply VFX optimization techniques to help maintain performance and visual qualityi>
Collaborate with Art, Technical Art, Design, and Animation teams to implement VFX according to project requirements
Participate in VFX iteration, testing, debugging, and documentation
Continuously improve technical and artistic skills through mentorship, feedback, and project assignments
Requirements

Basic knowledge of Unreal Engine, preferably with experience using the Niagara VFX system
Understanding of VFX fundamentals, including timing, readability, color, motion, and shape language
Familiarity with particle systems, materials, and shaders is a plus
Basic understanding of performance considerations for real-time visual effects
Willingness to learn VFX implementation with gameplay systems and animation events
Portfolio or personal projects demonstrating VFX work in Unreal Engine or other real-time engines (academic, personal, or game jam projects are welcome)
Good communication and collaboration skills
Strong willingness to learn, receive feedback, and continuously improve
Able to manage assigned tasks and meet deadlines under supervision
Final-year student or recent graduate in Game Development, Computer Graphics, Animation, Digital Art, or a related field
Willing to fully work from the Agate Office
What You Get

Paid internship fee.
Opportunity to learn from experienced professionals in the game development industry.
Opportunity to meet other interns.
Experience working in a game development environment.
Opportunity to participate in fun internal events.

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