SENIOR VFX ARTIST Art

At BULKHEAD, we're looking for a talented Senior VFX Artist to create stunning real-time visual effects that bring our worlds, weapons, gameplay systems, and cinematic moments to life.

Working within Unreal Engine 5, you'll own the creation, implementation, and optimisation of high-quality VFX while collaborating closely with Art, Design, Engineering, and Audio teams. You'll be responsible for delivering effects that not only look incredible but also perform efficiently in a multiplayer environment.

• Create and implement high-quality real-time VFX using Unreal Engine 5 and Niagara.
• Develop effects for gameplay, environments, cinematics, and first-person experiences.
• Optimise effects to meet performance and memory budgets across target platforms.
• Work closely with Designers and Engineers to integrate VFX into gameplay systems and features.
• Collaborate with Audio to ensure effects work seamlessly alongside sound design, maximising
  -impact and player feedback.
• Build and maintain scalable, reusable VFX systems and workflows.
• Utilise Blueprints to drive and trigger VFX, with a solid understanding of how effects integrate into gameplay events and systems.
• Mentor and support other VFX artists, helping to raise the quality bar across the team.
• Research new techniques and help drive innovation within the studio's VFX pipeline.

• 4+ years of professional games industry experience.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional real-time VFX work.
• Expert knowledge of Unreal Engine 5, Niagara, Materials, and Shaders.
• Experience creating VFX for multiplayer and first-person games.
• Good understanding of Blueprint workflows and VFX implementation within gameplay systems.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with Audio, Design, Art, and Engineering teams.
• Strong understanding of optimisation, performance profiling, and technical constraints.
• Experience with Photoshop, Maya, 3DS Max, or similar content creation tools.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to mentor others.