Lead VFX Artist

We’re seeking an experienced Lead VFX Artist to join our Brisbane studio and help shape the visual direction of our games. You’ll lead a talented team of artists, collaborating closely with designers, animators, and programmers to bring immersive worlds to life.

As a Lead VXF Artist with us, you will:

• Lead and inspire a team of VFX artists, providing guidance and mentorship to foster their growth and development.
• Collaborate with the Art Director and Game Designers to establish and maintain the visual style of the game.
• Ensure that all VFX align with the overall artistic vision and meet high-quality standards.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless integration of VFX into the game engine.
• Manage the VFX team production schedules and allocate resources effectively to meet project milestones.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously improve and innovate our artistic processes.

What you need to succeed:

• Experience leading art teams and projects.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and guide a team towards achieving project goals.
• Proven ability to collaborate across disciplines, including design, art, and engineering teams.
• Proficiency with Unreal Engine and 3D software (preferably Maya).
• Expertise in creating VFX in Niagara for Unreal Engine.
• Knowledge of Photoshop and After Effects.
• Capable of conceptualizing and animating a wide range of effects, from highly stylized to natural and fantastical (including tools, weapons, skills, environmental elements, atmospheric effects, creatures, vehicles, UI, and motion graphics).
• Actively participating in the learning process and contributing to the development of in-house tools.
• Strong observation skills and a keen eye for detail.
• A thorough understanding of VFX pipelines and processes.
• Prior experience with PC or console platforms is highly advantageous.

Perks & benefits:

• A flexible work model that supports work–life balance
• Subsidised car parking
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities to support career growth
• An employee referral program with generous bonuses
• Private health insurance and fitness subsidies
• Access to employee mental health and wellbeing support
• Paid parental leave
• Childcare assistance
• A dedicated relaxation space, including a massage chair
• Additional paid leave, including: Birthday leave, Christmas shutdown leave, Volunteer leave, Women’s health leave
• Free coffee from a commercial espresso machine, plus daily snacks and a light breakfast
• Friday social drinks with friendly game tournaments
• A stunning rooftop terrace with river views and a games room
• Exclusive Gameloft-branded merchandise
• Our studio mascot — Mr Hendricks, the friendly Dachshund who proudly guards the studio

Great Culture, Great Games

At Gameloft Brisbane, we believe success comes from a strong studio culture and the right balance, between creating world-class games and enjoying the incredible lifestyle of Queensland, Australia..

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BLUEY’S HAPPY SNAPS

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#2
Carmen Sandiego

The scarlet super-thief, Carmen Sandiego, is back. Put on her iconic red hat and step into her shoes as you travel the world on a thrilling espionage adventure. Use high-tech gadgets, follow clues, and outsmart VILE as you chase down criminals across iconic locations.

#3
The Oregon Trail

A modern twist on the trials and tribulations of the road to Oregon, this official successor to the global phenomenon will immerse players in exhilarating journeys ranging from the historically accurate to the totally extreme.

#4
My Little Pony: Mane Merge

C’mon everypony, we must save Equestria! A darkness is creeping through the lands, causing chaos to the Earth Ponies of Maretime Bay, through to the Unicorns in Bridlewood, and even to the Pegasi soaring above the clouds in Zephyr Heights. Saddle up and help the Mane 5, Sunny, Izzy, Zipp, Pipp, & Hitch, as they work together to investigate what or who is behind this dark curse.

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Ballistic Baseball

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WHAT GAMELOFT BELIEVES IN​

We play the good game for a better world. As a leader in the industry, we want to use the power of video games as a force for positive change. If you join us, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to help the environment, make a difference in communities, and build a more inclusive world.​

LIVING THE GAMELOFT LIFE​

We want our Gamelofters to focus on what matters: creating fun and high-quality games that they’ll be proud to share with our players around the world. To help you succeed in your role, we have some cool perks, which you can read about here.

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