VFX ARTIST (REAL-TIME)
MID / SENIOR

About us

Gfactory is a french art outsourcing studio founded in 2011 by experienced video game professionals. Our team specializes in 2D and 3D services and is fully made up of skilled freelance artists, working on world-class projects and passionately committed to crafting the highest quality assets.
GFactory has contributed to renowned projects such as Wayfinder, Supervive, Borderlands 3, Overwatch, Prince of Persia : The Lost Crown, Crash Bandicoot 4 and Spyro Reignited Trilogy, Palia, Apex Legends, Anno 1800, Wolfenstein 2, Hitman…

About the role

As part of the expansion of our studio, we are looking for experienced and passionate VFX Artists to join our team and craft breathtaking visual effects for our video game projects.
You will work closely with designers, programmers and other artists to create high-quality VFX including explosions, fire, smoke, water and magical effects that enhance the gaming experience.
We are looking for both stylized and realistic VFX Artists : impress us with your portfolio !!
This is a remote freelancer position, with a possible lasting collaboration : we are looking for reliable and long-term partners to build a solid team that packs a punch!

Skills and requirements

– A minimum of 3+ years’ experience in game development on AAA titles as a VFX Artist
– Strong Knowledge of Unreal 4 / 5 and Unreal Particle System
– Proficiency in industry-standard 3D and VFX softwares (Maya /3DS Max / Blender, Substance, Photoshop…)
– Strong understanding of Real-time VFX techniques and pipeline
– Strong understanding optimizing VFX for console and mobile game development
– Portfolio that demonstrates a breadth of both technical and artistic execution of real-time VFX
– A critical eye for the timing, animation, and motion of real-world objects and visual VFX
– Attention to polish and detail
– Comfortable receiving constructive group criticism and making artistic adjustments to meet performance guidelines

Pluses

– Good knowledge of Houdini
– Experience with other real-time engines such as Unity
– Familiarity with UE Blueprints
– Strong Vex, Hscript, Python and / or Mel scripting skills
– Comfortable with written and spoken english
– French speaking is a serious plus

How to apply

Please apply with a resume and (short) cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. Ensure you provide a suitable portfolio along with your application.