Artiste VFX senior / Senior VFX Artist

Who We Are

2K is headquartered in Novato, California and is a wholly owned label of Take‑Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO). Founded in 2005, 2K Games is a global video game company publishing titles developed by some of the world’s most influential studios. 2K’s portfolio spans sports, shooters, action, role‑playing, strategy, casual, and family entertainment, and includes AAA, sports and entertainment brands such as NBA® 2K, BioShock®, Borderlands®, Mafia®, Civilization® and XCOM®.

What We Need

Do you want to craft spectacular visual effects that breathe life into game worlds? Then join us as a Senior VFX Artist. You will be instrumental in crafting and implementing beautiful effects that define the mood and spectacle of our games.

What You Will Do

• Conceptualize and implement spectacular VFX that align with the project’s artistic vision.
• Take key VFX content from concept to completion, owning the work within the scope provided by the Lead VFX Artist.
• Collaborate across art, engineering and design teams to seamlessly integrate VFX that support gameplay and deliver memorable moments.
• Use your deep knowledge of Unreal to create high‑performance effects that elevate our visual standards.
• Help build efficient pipelines for VFX creation and implementation, sharing expertise to elevate the team.
• Partner with production to manage tasks, ensuring work is delivered on schedule to meet deadlines.

Who Will Be A Great Fit

• 5+ years within the video game industry in a VFX artist role.
• Experience working with real‑time particle systems, shader development, lighting, and performance optimization.
• Solid understanding of DCCs such as Photoshop and Maya.
• Expertise in Unreal, including Niagara, the Material Editor, Sequencer and Blueprint.
• A high level of artistry with expertise in form, color, movement, painting, texturing and 3D modeling skills.
• A collaborative spirit with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently.

Nice to Have

• Experience with Houdini, EmberGen or other simulation tools.
• Background in traditional art or animation.
• Experience working on multiplayer or live‑service titles.
• Familiarity with PBR workflows and cross‑platform development.

Equal Opportunity

As an equal‑opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform their essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Contact

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Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Design, Art / Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

Computer Games

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