VFX Artist (Unreal Engine)

ABOUT US

Segritude Games was established in May 2023, based in Oxfordshire. Our growing team brings together various skills and expertise, working collectively to develop a game that stands out in the industry.

We offer a flexible contract agreement requiring a minimum of contracted hours per week. We are actively pursuing investment and funding opportunities to support and pay our team based on revenue from sales or secured funding.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a creative VFX Artist to bring impactful visual effects to our open-world PvPvE survival game. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and implementing particle effects, environmental effects, and combat visuals that enhance immersion and gameplay feedback in Unreal Engine 5.

You will work closely with environment artists, animators, and programmers to ensure effects integrate smoothly, perform well, and match the visual tone of the game.

This position requires strong knowledge of Niagara, real-time VFX techniques, and the ability to balance visual impact with performance.

This is a remote contractor role offering flexible working hours. Compensation will begin once project funding is secured; all hours are tracked and documented.

JOB DESCRIPTION

As a VFX Artist, you will create and maintain visual effects for combat, environments, weather, and gameplay systems using Niagara and Unreal Engine 5's rendering tools.

You will ensure that effects are optimised for real-time performance, and help maintain a consistent visual language across all VFX in the game.

You will also collaborate with the art and programming teams to troubleshoot effect-related issues, refine visual feedback, and ensure effects read clearly during gameplay.

This role requires a balance of artistic vision, technical understanding, and an eye for performance and polish.

WHY JOIN US

Segritude Games is focused on building a supportive, fun work environment. We believe in enjoying the journey while putting passion and effort into the game we’re building.

From game nights to creative collaboration and daily laughs, we’ve built a culture where everyone feels welcome and appreciated.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and implement particle effects, environmental effects, and combat VFX in Unreal Engine 5
• Create and manage Niagara systems for gameplay, weather, and ambient effects
• Develop visual effects that clearly communicate gameplay feedback
• Optimise VFX for real-time performance across various platforms
• Collaborate with animators and designers to sync effects with animations and game events
• Maintain visual consistency across all effects and environments
• Iterate on effects based on feedback from playtesting and direction
• Document VFX workflows and technical standards for the art team

REQUIREMENTS

• Proven experience as a VFX Artist or similar role in Unreal Engine
• Strong knowledge of Niagara and real-time particle systems
• Experience creating combat, environmental, and ambient VFX
• Understanding of materials and shaders as they relate to visual effects
• Ability to optimise effects for performance without sacrificing visual quality
• Strong artistic eye for timing, colour, and composition
• Experience with 3D tools such as Blender, Maya, or 3ds Max
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
• Ability to collaborate across art and programming teams in a remote environment
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

PREFERRED

• Experience with Blueprints or basic scripting for VFX-related automation
• Familiarity with shader creation for VFX purposes
• Knowledge of post-processing effects and how they interact with VFX
• Experience with simulation tools (e.g. Houdini) for FX prototyping
• Prior experience working in an indie or start-up game studio

BENEFITS

• Flexible remote work with a creative, motivated team
• Opportunity to shape the visual identity of a large-scale survival title
• Experience building VFX for a production-ready Unreal Engine 5 project
• Work directly with core designers and directors to implement gameplay vision
• Freedom to experiment, prototype, and contribute new ideas
• Supportive and collaborative studio environment
• Future paid opportunities as project funding is secured

You can send your portfolio and CV to [email protected] or apply directly through our LinkedIn page. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Discord: https://discord.gg/Segritude

Website: https://www.segritude.com/careers/