Lead VFX Artist

Lead VFX Artist – Overview

Rebellion is seeking a Lead VFX Artist to join our growing VFX team for an upcoming unannounced project at the early stages of development. The role involves leading the creation of real‑time visual effects across Rebellion’s proprietary engine, "Asura", and ensuring high‑quality VFX that aligns with gameplay, storytelling and overall project goals.

• Define the creative vision and technical direction for real‑time visual effects across the project
• Guide, inspire, and mentor a team of VFX artists, ensuring high‑quality standards and consistent visual language
• Partner with art, design, and engineering leadership to align VFX with gameplay, storytelling, and overall project goals
• Establish and maintain efficient workflows, pipelines, and best practices to keep the team productive and scalable
• Provide clear feedback, support career growth, and foster a collaborative, creative environment
• Own the delivery of VFX content at scale, balancing visual impact with performance budgets and platform requirements

• Extensive professional experience in real‑time VFX, with a portfolio that demonstrates exceptional artistry, technical mastery, and a cohesive visual style
• Leadership experience guiding teams of VFX artists, providing mentorship, and setting standards for quality and efficiency
• Expert proficiency with industry‑standard tools (Blender, Photoshop, Substance, After Effects, Houdini, Embergen or equivalents)
• Deep knowledge of particle systems, textures, simulations, and optimisation strategies for real‑time performance
• Ability to define and communicate a clear vision for VFX that enhances gameplay and narrative
• Strong cross‑discipline collaboration skills, with experience aligning VFX direction with art, design and code
• Proven ability to solve complex technical challenges and establish scalable workflows and pipelines
• Experience with project planning, source control, and documentation, ensuring the VFX team operates smoothly within studio and departmental pipelines

• 22 days holiday plus Christmas closure and bank holidays (up to 31 days with service)
• Private medical insurance, healthcare cash plan including dental and vision
• Life assurance, income protection & critical illness cover
• Enhanced family leave
• Interest‑free, tax‑free loans
• Enhanced pension scheme
• EAP – mental health and wellbeing support
• Wide range of discounts, freebies and social events

The position can be based out of any of our studios in Oxford, Warwick or Runcorn. We offer a comprehensive relocation package that includes moving assistance, temporary accommodation and full support to ensure a smooth transition to your new environment.

Rebellion encourages innovation in all areas and actively recruits a diverse team, fostering an inclusive culture where every individual is encouraged to be themselves. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants of all cultures, genders, ethnicities, neurodiversities and beyond.