Lead VFX Artist

• Lead and manage the VFX team, ensuring high-quality work output and timely delivery of assets. Ensuring that all visual effects align with the project’s artistic vision and technical requirements.
• Cascade direction from upper management across the team, ensuring alignment with studio and project goals.
• Mentor, provide feedback, and create career development opportunities for team members, fostering an environment of growth and collaboration.
• Effectively delegate tasks based on team members' strengths, ensuring optimal performance.
• Oversee the creation of complex, multi-disciplinary visual effects features, from concept to implementation.
• Provide high-level artistic feedback to the team and maintain consistency in the quality of all visual effects.
• Hands-on involvement with the creation of high-quality VFX assets as needed.
• Integrate new tools and technologies into the VFX pipeline, with a focus on improving quality and efficiency.
• Ensure all VFX assets are optimized for performance, particularly for Unreal Engine 5 (Niagara/Blueprint).
• Troubleshoot and resolve any technical issues related to the art production pipeline, optimizing workflows for maximum efficiency.
• Serve as a key liaison between the VFX team and other relevant departments, such as design, engineering, and production, ensuring smooth collaboration and alignment on project goals.
• Communicate risks, mitigations, and updates clearly and diplomatically, maintaining strong working relationships across the studio.
• Oversee and ensure outsourced VFX components are aligned with the studio’s quality standards and integrated seamlessly into the project.

• Prior experience working on a major AAA game title.
• Extensive experience in creating real-time visual effects for AAA games.
• Mastery of industry-standard software including Houdini, Maya/Max, Photoshop/Substance, Embergen, and Unreal Engine 5 (Niagara/Blueprint).
• Proven ability to deliver visually stunning and technically proficient VFX that enhance the gameplay experience.
• Experience with VFX pipeline automation.

•  Previous experience leading and managing a team of VFX artists.
•  Strong organizational and delegation skills, with the ability to balance both operational responsibilities and management tasks.
•  Demonstrated ability to lead a team through complex, multi-disciplinary features from start to finish, ensuring successful delivery. 
• Familiarity with outsourcing workflows and managing external teams.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work effectively with multiple departments and teams.
•  Active listening skills, enabling you to understand the needs and concerns of your team and address them effectively.
•  Ability to diplomatically address feedback, risks, and concerns, while maintaining a solution-oriented approach.

• Unlimited coaching & therapy — with Oliva, to support your mental health
• Stock Options — everyone owns a piece of our success
• Pension scheme — up to 5% employer matched contribution to finance those golden years
• Socials — office & remote events, play sessions and company-wide parties
• And even more benefits based on your location!

• 25 Annual Leave + 3 bank holidays - we’re flexible with most bank holidays so you can use the time to celebrate what’s important to you
• Private Medical Insurance - full cover with AXA
• Healthcare Cash Plan - Level 3 cover with Medicash
• Cycle2Work Scheme - lease a bike through us and save on tax too!
• Electric Car Charging - electric car charging at our Port office in Edinburgh, Scotland.

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