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<p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p><strong>What You'll Do</strong></p><p>-Create and implement high-quality real-time VFX using Unreal Engine 5 and Niagara.</p><p>-Develop effects for gameplay, environments, cinematics, and first-person experiences.</p><p>-Optimise effects to meet performance and memory budgets across target platforms.</p><p>-Work closely with Designers and Engineers to integrate VFX into gameplay systems and features.</p><p>-Collaborate with Audio to ensure effects work seamlessly alongside sound design, maximising -impact and player feedback.</p><p>-Build and maintain scalable, reusable VFX systems and workflows.</p><p>-Utilise Blueprints to drive and trigger VFX, with a solid understanding of how effects integrate into gameplay events and systems.</p><p>-Mentor and support other VFX artists, helping to raise the quality bar across the team.</p><p>-Research new techniques and help drive innovation within the studio's VFX pipeline.</p><p><strong>What We're Looking For</strong></p><p>-4+ years of professional games industry experience.</p><p>-Strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional real-time VFX work.</p><p>-Expert knowledge of Unreal Engine 5, Niagara, Materials, and Shaders.</p><p>-Experience creating VFX for multiplayer and first-person games.</p><p>-Good understanding of Blueprint workflows and VFX implementation within gameplay systems.</p><p>-Ability to collaborate effectively with Audio, Design, Art, and Engineering teams.</p><p>-Strong understanding of optimisation, performance profiling, and technical constraints.</p><p>-Experience with Photoshop, Maya, 3DS Max, or similar content creation tools.</p><p>-Excellent communication skills and the ability to mentor others.</p>